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Connecticut Covid-19 Resources

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There are many resources available throughout the state of Connecticut for all of us dealing with Covid-19/Coronavirus. Following are a few related to accessing healthy foods and support.

SNAP / EBT BENEFITS

  • SNAP / EBT BENEFITS in CT - find updates on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits from CT.gov.
  • Our CT SNAP Help page can also assist you in finding CT DSS contact information and more.

STATEWIDE 

  • Coronavirus, Food, and Connecticut - a detailed list of websites and resources from the Connecticut Food System Alliance.
  • Resources from The Village - find help on everything from parenting and fitness, to coping and working from home. 

HARTFORD COUNTY

  • Mobile FoodShare - learn the mobile food pantry schedule providing emergency food in Northern Connecticut (Hartford & Tolland Counties).
  • Hartford Public Schools Student Meals - get updates on how meals are being offered to children in Hartford.
  • Food in Hartford During Pandemic [PDF] - a guide from the Hartford Advisory Commission on Food Policy.
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NEW HAVEN, FAIRFIELD, SOUTHERN CT

  • Connecticut Food Bank Mobile Pantry - find the food pantry schedule with locations across Connecticut (New Haven, Fairfield, Litchfield, New London, Middlesex, and Windham Counties).
  • Food & Resources in New Haven - food resources information from the City of New Haven.
  • New Haven Food Resources Map - an interactive map of places to access food in New Haven.
  • New Haven County Resource for Coronavirus (Covid-19) - a list from the GNH Community which is updated regularly.
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NEW LONDON COUNTY

  • New London County Emergency Food Programs [PDF file] - a web page and printable list from United Way of Southeastern CT.

NATIONAL RESOURCES

  • USDA – Food and Nutrition Service Covid-19 - information on how the USDA is responding to Covid-19.
  • Consumer Reports Covid-19 - find a wide range of questions and answers, along with meal ideas.

NUTRITION / MEAL IDEAS

Following are some of our favorite SNAP4CT pages that you may find helpful during this challenging time:
  • Meatless Meals 
  • Kid Friendly Recipes
  • Quick and Easy Recipes
  • Budget Pantry
  • Pantry Stocking Like a Pro
  • Guide to Preventing Food Waste
  • Wait Don’t Throw That Out!
  • 14 Tips for Using Canned & Frozen Fruits
  • Vegetables the Easy Way
  • 10 Meals to Make with a Bag of Frozen Vegetables
  • Make Cooking Easier
  • 5 Long Lasting Fruits & Vegetables
 
Below are additional nutrition and grocery shopping resources:
  • Food Planning During the Coronavirus - resources from ChooseMyPlate.gov.  
  • Getting Groceries During Quarantine - tips from EatRight.org.
  • Long Lasting Produce Guide - a detailed online guide from BudgetBytes.com.
  • Pantry Staples List - a helpful list of pantry staples from BudgetBytes.com.

Please Contact Us to share resources. We are also sharing resources and updates on the SNAP4CT Facebook page.

Page updated and links active as of 1/21/21.


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  • Home
  • Recipes
    • Recipe Categories >
      • Kid Friendly Recipes
      • No Added Sugar
      • Vegetarian Recipes
      • Heart Healthy Recipes
      • Five Ingredients or Less
      • Quick and Easy Recipes
    • Breakfast
    • Breads and Muffins
    • Desserts
    • Dips and Salsas
    • Drinks and Smoothies
    • Meatless Meals
    • Meals with Meat
    • Salads
    • Side Dishes
    • Snacks
    • Soups and Stews
    • Sodium Free Spice Blends
    • Recetas
  • Farmers Markets
    • Find a Farmers Market
    • CT Crop Calendar
    • Using SNAP/EBT at Farmers Markets
  • Education
    • Healthy Eating >
      • MyPlate
      • Understanding The Nutrition Label
      • Added Sugar
      • Healthy Snacking Tips
      • Calories Needed Each Day
      • What is "enough" fruits and vegetables
      • Recipe Videos
    • Budget Shopping >
      • Healthy Shopping on a Budget
      • What Can $16 Buy?
      • Budget Pantry
    • Diabetes >
      • Healthy Eating with Diabetes
      • "Diabetes-Friendly" Recipe Guide
    • Heart Health
    • Exercise Tips
    • Physical Literacy
    • Water First for Your Thirst
  • SNAP4CT Blog
  • Resources
    • DSS Offices and SNAP Help
    • FAQ
    • Free Health Events in CT
    • Organizations
    • SNAP-Ed Events Calendar
    • Healthy Food Pantry Donations