HAMDEN RESOURCE DIRECTORY
Hamden Youth Services Bureau ~ 777-2610 FAX 562-3498
AD-CARE HOSPITAL 1-800-ALCOHOL
Information and referral to drug and alcohol abuse facilities. Fee - Insurance
ADOLESCENT & CHILDREN CRISIS UNIT FOR TREATMENT & EVALUATION(ACUTE) 772-1270 (24 hours)
93 Edwards Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Joint program of Hospital of St. Raphael and Clifford Beers Guidance Center, designed to help adolescents and their families during an acute emotional crisis. Evaluation and short term treatment service for adolescents and their families. Ages: Adolescents and children 3 to 18 years. Hours: 9-5, Monday – Friday. Sliding fee scale.
AIDS PROJECT NEW HAVEN (APNH) 624-0947 (24 hours)
1302 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511
Organization to inform the community about AIDS. Resources and information to improve the quality of life for people infected with AIDS virus, and significant others. Education, case management and outreach. Referrals made to doctors, therapists, and support groups. Includes a support group for gay teens. Hours: 9-5, Monday – Friday. No fee.
AIDS INTERFAITH NETWORK, INC. 624-4350
1303 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511
Support group meetings, volunteer training, case management, and health education. Respite center for HIV positive individuals. Hours: 9:00-4:30, Monday - Friday. No fee.
Teen AIDS Hotline, Thursday 5-9p.m. 401-3317
AL-ANON, ALATEEN
1-888-825-2666 (24 hours)
Assists family & friends of an alcoholic in solving their common problem, and through support, to encourage the alcoholic to seek recovery. Hours: 24 hour answering service. No fee.
ALCOHOL SERVICE ORGANIZATION
871 State St., New Haven, CT 06511 787-2111
Information and referral resource for any individual who wants information on alcohol, alcohol abuse, or alcoholism, or a referral to a treatment center. Also outpatient counseling. DUI or Drug Education through Court is referral only. Hours: 9a.m. – 8p.m., Mon-Thurs., 9-5 Friday. Sliding Fee Scale.
ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS (AA)
AA Answering Service 624-6063 (24 hours)
To solve problems of alcohol addiction and to assist other alcoholics in recovery.
ALLIANCE FOR THE MENTALLY ILL
25 Wright Lane, Hamden, CT 06517 288-4823
Statewide organization providing mutual support and advocacy for improved treatment and follow-up care for the mentally ill and their families. Meetings held twice monthly. No fee.
AMERICAN DIABETES ASSOCIATION
300 Research Pkwy. Meriden, CT 06450 - www.diabetes.org 1-800-842-6323
Information about diabetes and referrals to support organizations. Provides overnight camping for diabetic children, state residents, ages 7-14. Hours: 8:30–5, Mon.- Fri. No fee.
AMERICAN FIELD SERVICE 1-800-AFS-INFO
310 Southwest 4th Ave Suite 630, Portland, OR 97204-2618
Provides information on overseas (Formally known as AFS) academic programs for High School students.
Hours: 9a.m.-5p.m. (Pacific Time).
AMERICAN RED CROSS
703 Whitney Ave., New Haven, CT 06511 787-6721
Provides baby-sitting courses for those 11+ years old. There is also first aid and CPR training for those 13+. Provides basic aid training for elementary age children, and HIV/AIDS education for K-12 grades. Water safety and lifesaving classes are given at the Orange and North Haven pools. There are also individual volunteer opportunities for youths.
AREA COOPERATIVE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES (ACES)
350 State Street, North Haven, 06473 498-6800
Educational services agency offering programs for youth and teachers in the greater New Haven area. Services include: educational programs for children with special needs, classes for the gifted, counseling, and skills development. Hours: 7a.m.-4:30p.m., Monday – Friday. Fee for services
BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES AT HAMDEN 288-6253 (24 hours)
95 Circular Avenue, Hamden, CT 06514
Mental health counseling and therapy for adults only. Consultant services, evaluation and case management. Hours: 9-5, MWF; Noon -8pm TT. Adults only. Sliding fee scale.
BENHAVEN
187 Half Mile Rd. East Haven, 06473 239-6425
Residential, educational and employment opportunities for developmentally disabled and autistic youth and adults. A consultation service called: The Learning Network, at 234-8454 provides in-home support, respite care, and temporary out-of-home placement. Also assessments. Hours: 9-4:30, Mon-Fri. set fee
BIG BROTHERS / SISTERS 389-8734
2470 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06605
Support and companionship to children from single parent families through one-to-one friendships with adult volunteers. Additional programs: "Challenges" for children with learning disabilities. Single parent mentoring programs. Ages: 7-14 (boys) ~ Ages: 6-14 (girls). Hours: 9:30-4:30, Mon.-Fri. (Flexible). No fee.
BIRTHRIGHT OF GREATER NEW HAVEN 248-6550
1220 Whitney Ave., Hamden, CT 06517 1-800-550-4900
Provides assistance and support, offering pregnant women an alternative to abortion. Counseling, referrals to community agencies for financial, legal, medical, prenatal, adoption, housing and employment services. Also free pregnancy tests, emergency shelter, educational literature. Limited office hours. Hours: Local office has answering machine. Tuesday - 3-5p.m., Thurs. & Friday - 9-12p.m. No fee.
CAMPES 1-888.97.YOUTH (24 hours)
93 Edwards St., New Haven, CT 06511
Child and Adolescent Mobil Psychiatric Emergency Services.
CANCER INFORMATION SERVICE OF NEW ENGLAND 1-800-4-CANCER
Office of Cancer Communications. A toll-free phone service supported by the National Cancer Institute, providing accurate, up-to-date, personalized information to cancer patients and their families, health professionals, and the general public. Hours: 9:00-4:30, Mon.-Fri. No fee.
CARE 4 KIDS
60 Hartland Street, East Hartford, CT 06108-3213 1-888-214-5437
A social services agency that provides assistance with day care costs for qualified families.
CARE LINE 1-800-842-2288 (24 hours)
Emergency response to all reports regarding child abuse. No fee.
CASEY FAMILY SERVICES 1-800-332-6991
789 Reservoir Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06606
Provides permanent foster care and adoption planning for special needs children. Post-adoptive support services.
Eligibility: Ages 5-16, Fairfield and New Haven Counties. No fee.
CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICES OF GREATER NEW HAVEN 787-2207
478 Orange St., New Haven, CT 06511
Counseling and adjustment services for families and individuals. Family life education, adoption services, single parent support services, and crime and delinquency prevention. Hours: 9-5. Mon. - Fri. Sliding fee scale.
CENTER FOR ADAPTIVE TECHNOLOGY, SCSU 392-5799
Advice on computer access for persons with disabilities. No fee. Evaluation appointment ($750).
CENTER FOR COMMUNICATION DISORDERS, SCSU
Davis Hall, SCSU, 501 Crescent St., New Haven, CT 06515 392-5954
Serves needs of individuals with communication (hearing & speech) impairments. Consultation for language, voice, fluency and articulation problems, and for those needing communication devices. Ages: birth - adult. Hours: 8-4:30, Mon.-Fri.. Sliding fee scale.
CENTER FOR DISABILITY RIGHTS 934-7077
764 Campbell Ave., West Haven, 06517 934-7079 TDD
Assistance with independent living for persons with disabilities. Evaluations, referrals and equipment loans.
Hours: 9:00-5:00 pm Mon-Fri. No fee.
CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 288-6431
2969 Whitney Ave., Hamden, CT 06518
CHILD CARE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 1-888-214-5437
999 Asylum Ave., Hartford, CT 06105
Assistance for working parents or parents taking courses approved by the department.
Hours: 8:00-5:00pm Mon-Fri. No fee.
CHILD CARE INFOLINE 211
CHILD CARE 1-800-505-1000
Info Line has information on any licensed child care facility in the area, and will provide counseling to families about finding day care. Crisis intervention & suicide prevention. Hours: 8-5. Mon-Fri. No fee.
CHILD SUPPORT INFORMATION HOTLINE 1-800-228-5437
Referrals and information for help with enforcing child support payments. State office. Hours: 8 – 5, Mon.-Fri. One-time fee $25.00
CHILD PROTECTION TEAM~HOSPITAL OF SAINT RAPHAEL 789-3388
Provides medical assessments, investigative interviewing, intervention and follow-up regarding issues of child abuse. Service only for the Hospital of St. Raphael ~ Pediatric Primary Care patients.
CHILD SUPPORT INFORMATION AND PROBLEM RESOLUTION UNIT
ENFORCEMENT SUPPORT DIVISION ~ JUDICIAL BRANCH ~ STATE OF CT
1-800-228-5437
Referrals and information for help with enforcing child support payments and problem resolution for families.
Hours: 8 – 5, Mon-Fri. No fee or one time fee.
CHILDREN'S CENTER OF HAMDEN
1400 Whitney Ave., Hamden, CT 06517 248-2116
Residential and day treatment services for children and families experiencing social and emotional problems. Specialized services for adolescents with alcohol and/or drug problems. Court ordered referrals “New Choices”. Ages: 8-18 fees for most services
CHILDREN’S HEALTH PROJECT (HUSKY) 1-877-284-8759
999 Asylum Ave. Second Floor., Hartford, CT 06105-2448
Healthcare for uninsured youth. Provides free or low cost insurance for uninsured children under 19 years of age. Eligibility based on family income.
CHRISTIAN UNION PROGRAM
St. Ann's Church, 930 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06415 562-5700
Social program with spiritual orientation, offering outreach, food pantry, soup kitchen services. Furniture and food available to those who qualify. Eligibility: Unrestricted No fee.
CLIFFORD BEERS GUIDANCE CLINIC
93 Edwards St., New Haven, CT 06511 772-1270
1-888-979-6884 (24 hours)
Comprehensive mental health services for children, youth, and their families. Includes: psychiatric outpatient program, testing and evaluation, counseling, child sexual abuse treatment, substance abuse prevention.
Hours: M&W 8-5, Tues & Thurs. 8-6:30, Fri. 9-5. Ages: 0-18. Sliding fee scale.
COLUMBUS HOUSE (emergency shelter)
586 Ella Grasso Boulevard, New Haven, CT 06519 773-9673
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF NEW HAVEN
781 Whalley Ave., New Haven, CT 06515 387-7700
Anti-Poverty agency for City of New Haven and contiguous towns. Operates fuel bank, energy assistance. Rental assistance, meals on wheels, job readiness programs, medical transportation. Provides “CHORE” services (light housekeeping/food shopping) for elderly. Income guidelines for eligibility. Hours: 8-5, Mon & Wed., 8-7 Tues & Thurs., 9-4 Fri. No fee.
CONNECTICUT CHILDREN'S MUSEUM
22 Wall St., New Haven, CT 06511 562-5437
Hands-on play for children under age seven, accompanied by an adult. Hours: Friday & Saturday 12-5 $5.00 admission.
CONNECTICUT COMMISSION ON DEAF AND HEARING IMPAIRED
1-860-566-7414
1245 Farmington Avenue, West Hartford, CT. 06l07-2667 1-860-242-7698
CONNECTICUT CHILDREN’S MEDICAL CENTER (NEWINGTON)
1-860-545-9000
282 Washington St., Hartford, CT 06106
Adaptive Equipment Center with referral from doctor, test various equipment for purchase by child’s family. Coverage through family insurance. Fees.
CONNECTICUT MISSING PERSONS 1-800-FOR LOST (24 hours)
Call to report sightings of missing children. No fee.
CONNECTICUT PARENTS ADVOCACY CENTER 1-800-445-2722
338 Main St., Niantic, CT 06357
For parents of children with disabilities. Information on special education rights and procedures to obtain services relating to education or the child's welfare. Hours: 8:30-4, Mon.-Fri. No fee.
CONNECTICUT SPECIAL OLYMPICS 1-800-443-6105
Sports competition/event information for persons with disabilities at area, regional and state levels.
CONNECTICUT STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION, SERVICES FOR THE BLIND
184 Windsor Avenue, Windsor, CT 06095 1-800-842-4510
Educational services for visually impaired people, primarily provided in home and in the community by traveling personnel. No fee. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon-Fri.
CONNECTICUT STATE DEPT. OF CHILDREN AND FAMILIES (DCF) 786-0500
One Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, Ct. 06511
Investigates abuse and neglect of children and youth. Counseling for families, children and youth concerning abuse and neglect. Adoptive services, special education placements services, temporary foster care services. Coordinates community services for children and youth and their families. Hours: 8-5, Mon.-Fri. No fee.
CONNECTICUT STATE DEPT. OF EDUCATION BUREAU, SPECIAL EDUCATION SECTION
165 Capitol Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106 1-860-713-6911
Information on special education services available in the state, and responds to complaints from parents concerning local services in special education. Provides information on program guidelines for special education and pupil services. Hours: 8-5, Mon.-Fri. No fee.
CONNECTICUT STATE DEPT. OF MENTAL RETARDATION
One Long Wharf Drive, Suite 302, New Haven, CT 06511 974-4200
104 South Turnpike Rd., Wallingford, CT 06492 294-5049
Provides counseling, information, residential and respite care programs, recreation, special education, and day programs to reduce impact of retardation on children and their families. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon-Fri. no fee or sliding scale
CONNECTICUT STATE DEPT. OF REHABILITATION SERVICES 974-3000
414 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511
Services to enable the persons with disabilities to become employed. Offers testing, counseling, guidance, referrals, training, maintenance, transportation, job placement, and services to members of the individual's family. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon.-Fri. No fee.
CONNECTICUT STATE DEPT.OF VICTIM SERVICES 1-800-822-8428
31 Cooke Street, Plainville, CT 06062
Offers crime victims court-based services, rights information, counseling of homicide survivors, a compensation program, and a help-line and clearinghouse, with appropriate referrals. Notification program. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon.-Fri. No fee.
CONNECTICUT STUDENT LOAN FOUNDATION 1-800-237-9721
525 Brook St. P.O. Box l009, Rocky Hill, CT 06103
Guaranteed loans made to meet post-secondary educational expenses. Provides information about other sources of financing, and planning for obtaining financial help. Hours: 8:30-4:15, Mon.-Fri. No fee.
CONNECTICUT WOMEN'S EDUCATIONAL AND LEGAL FUND
135 Broad St., Hartford, CT 06105 1-800-479-2949
1-860-247-6090
Information/Referrals 9-1:00, Mon-Fri. 1-860-524-0601
Provides information, referrals, and legal information booklets on sex discrimination, sexual harassment, rights of pregnant workers, family law, child support and other areas of law that affect women. Hours: 9:00-1:00, Mon.& Fri.
CONNECTICUT YANKEE COUNCIL(Boys Scouts of America) 876-6868
60 Wellington Road, Milford, CT 06460
Offers recreational, camping and social activities with scout troops. Includes programs for males with disabilities. Ages 7-18 years. Hours: 9-5, Mon. – Fri.
CONNTAC - EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY CENTER
60 Sargent Dr., New Haven, CT 06511 at Gateway Community College 285-2216
Academic and career and financial counseling for disadvantaged students wishing to enter or re-enter post secondary education. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon-Fri. No fee.
CONSULTATION CENTER
389 Whitney Ave., New Haven, CT 06511 789-7645
Family education and support program for children 18 months - 5 years and their families. Therapeutic day care and parent support, training in parenting skills, assessments for the developmentally delayed. Also parent support self-help groups. Hours: 8:00-5:00, Mon.-Fri. Directory fees.
Self-Help Network 9-2, Mon-Fri. 624-6982
COORDINATING COUNCIL FOR CHILDREN IN CRISIS
131 Dwight Street, New Haven, CT 06511 624-2600
Information, service coordination, and referral for educational, medical, financial and legal needs. Parent aide program, family advocacy program, sexual abuse prevention program, family violence outreach/prevention, neighborhood victim advocacy program, and SAX program (sexual assault crisis). Hours: 8:30-4:30 Mon-Fri. No fee.
CORPORATION FOR INDEPENDENT LIVING 1-860-563-6011 ext. 248
30 Jordan Lane, Wethersfield, CT 06109
Loans for accessibility: A statewide low-interest loan program for the modification of existing housing for people who are physically disabled.
CREATIVE ARTS WORKSHOP
80 Audubon St., New Haven, CT 06510 562-4927
Non-profit organization offering art classes to adults and children. Hours: 9-5:00, Mon.-Fri. Fee/Scholarships available.
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE SERVICES 789-8104 (24 hours)
205 Whitney Ave. #306, P.O. Box 1329, New Haven, CT 06505 865-1957
Crisis intervention and support services for battered women and their children. Support groups, emergency shelter, victim advocacy and court services. Hours: 9-5, Mon.-Fri. No fee.
DRUG INFORMATION: COCAINE 1-800-662-HELP
Toll Free National Substance Abuse information/referral service. Provides information on specific treatment options. Referrals to treatment programs and self help groups ~ Narcotics Anonymous, Marijuana Anonymous, Alcohol Anonymous, Cocaine Anonymous and Family Support Crisis information. Provides crisis training if necessary.
EASTER SEALS/GOODWILL INDUSTRIES REHABILITATION CENTER
95 Hamilton St., New Haven, CT 06511 777-2000
Evaluation and therapy for developmentally delayed, physically disabled children (0-3 yrs). Case management, consultation, evaluation, counseling, therapy, and follow-up for older youth. Hours: 8-3, Mon.-Fri., 9-5 Saturday, Dollar Store sliding fee scale.
ELI WHITNEY MUSEUM AND 1816 BARN
915 Whitney Ave., Hamden, CT 06511 777-1833
Events of historical and cultural interest. After-school and weekend workshops for children, hands-on museum exhibits. Water-learning lab open July -September. Performances at the Barn include folk music, country dancing, story telling, poetry reading and art shows. Hours: Summer: 11-4 Mon-Sun. Winter: Wed., Thurs., Fri. 12-5. Saturday 10-3, Sunday 12-5. Set fees.
EMERGENCY SHELTER FOR WOMEN (Domestic Violence Services) 789-8104 (24 hours)
Emergency shelter for women and children: meals, clothing, advocacy, counseling, play groups for children. Eligibility: Females and minor children. No fee.
FAMILY COUNSELING OF GREATER NEW HAVEN
One Long Wharf, Suite 126, New Haven, CT 06511 495-7431
1890 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06514 288-7484
Comprehensive mental health services, including alcohol and drug evaluation and treatment, and individual and family counseling. Hours: 9am-7pm Mon.-Fri. Sliding fee scale.
GESELL INSTITUTE
310 Prospect St., New Haven, CT 06511 777-3481
Clinical evaluation and counseling regarding school problems. Psychological and educational testing, counseling. Hours: 9-5, Mon.-Fri. Set fees.
GIRL SCOUTS OF AMERICA, CONNECTICUT TRAILS 1-800-922-2770
20 Washington Ave., North Haven, CT 06473 239-2922
Informal educational program to help girls develop a sense of values and feelings of warmth as individuals. To encourage personal development, social action, youth leadership, community service, career exploration. Hours: 8:30-5:30, Mon.-Thurs.; 8:30-1:30, Friday. No fee.
4-H Program (Cooperative Extension System) 407-3158
305 Skiff St., North Haven, CT 06473
Summer camping, citizenship, leadership training, individual and group projects, activities. Ages: 7 - Teen.
Adults: Horticultural, nutritional, food safety programs. No fees
HAMDEN ARTS COMMISSION 287-2546
Coordinates cultural, social and entertainment activities and events in the Town of Hamden.
Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon.-Fri. Some fees.
HAMDEN COMMUNITY CENTER
M. L. Keefe Center: 11 Pine Street 562-5129
Community services and activities. Food bank, fuel bank, WIC program.
Hours: 8:30-4:30 Mon-Fri.
HAMDEN FIRE DEPARTMENT Emergency 911
Non-Emergency 407-5880
HAMDEN FOOD & FUEL BANK
M. L. Keefe Center, 11 Pine St., Hamden 06514 562-5129
Open to any Hamden resident in an emergency situation. Hours: 8:30-4:30 Mon-Fri. No fee.
HAMDEN HIGH SCHOOL NURSERY 407-2040
Hamden High School, 2040 Dixwell Ave., Hamden 065l4
Hamden children are eligible. Sign-up for the following year is available each fall ~ the preceding Fall. Students from high school child development classes assist professional teachers. Hours: 8:30-11:30 AM. Ages: 3 & 4 years old. Set fee.
HAMDEN HOUSING AUTHORITY 248-9036
51 Worth Avenue, Hamden CT 065l4
Administers subsidized housing for income-eligible residents of Hamden. No fee.
HAMDEN PARKS AND RECREATION DEPT.
Main Office, Center One 287-2579
Program Activities Recording 287-2544/2545 (24 hours)
Brooksvale Park, 524 Brooksvale Ave. 248-2669
Ice Rink, Mix Ave. 287-2611
HAMDEN POLICE DEPARTMENT Emergency 911 (24 hours)
2900 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06518 Non-emergency 230-4000 (24 hours)
HAMDEN PUBLIC LIBRARIES
Miller Memorial Library, 2901 Dixwell Ave. 287-2680
Hours: M-Th. 10-9, F&S 10-5:30, Sun. 1-5
Children's Room 230-3770
Community Branch, 91 Circular Ave. 287-2675
Hours: M, T, Th. F. – 10-12, 1-5:30, Closed Wed.
Whitneyville Branch, 125 Carlton St. 287-2677
Hours: M, T, Th. F. – 10-12, 1-5:30, Closed Wed.
HAMDEN PUBLIC SCHOOLS
Central Office, 60 Putnam Ave., Hamden, CT 06517 407-2000
Adult and Continuing Education 407-2028
Pupil Personnel Services 407-2000
HAMDEN TOWN HALL 287-2500
Government Center, 2750 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06518
HAMDEN YOUTH SERVICES BUREAU 777-2610
11 Pine Street, Hamden, CT 06514
Youth outreach activities, school age child care programs, Pre-school program, summer youth employment, vacation mini-camps, summer day camp, substance abuse prevention, community events, information and referrals. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon-Fri.
Youth Services Programs:
Boxing Program – Basic boxing skills and techniques for ages 9 through adult from World Champion, Gaspar Ortega. Hours: Mon.- Fri. 5-7:30p.m. at the Newhall Community Center. 821-2307/09
Hamden/North Haven Teen Center – Teen activities at alternate sites. Concerts, seasonal parties, recreational activities and fundraising. Teen Advisory Board. 777-2610
Pre-School Child Care Program - State licensed pre-school program for children three to five years old, not enrolled in Kindergarten. Support services are available to parents. Meets Monday through Friday. 8:45 a.m. to 11:15 a.m. and extended program from 8:45 a.m. to 2:45 p.m. 777-2610 11 Pine Street. Sliding fee scale.
School Age Child Care – State licensed after school care program for children from K-6th grades. Available only to Hamden students. Parents must be working, in training, or attending school. Hours: 11a.m.-5:30 p.m. 777-2610 11 Pine Street. Sliding fee scale.
Summer Theater Camp
Six weeks of instruction in and of the arts. Ages 10 to 14 years of age. 10a.m. to 3p.m. July and August. 777-2610 Fees.
Summer Youth Employment - State funded program for youth ages fourteen to twenty-one years of age. Six weeks of summer employment for youth (income guidelines apply) and youth with special needs. Program is subject to funding. 11 Pine Street 777-2610. No fee.
Youth Center - Recreational programs for students in Grades Six to Twelve. Sports, games, art projects, community service programs. Membership guidelines apply. Monday – Friday 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. 490 Newhall Street 821-2307/09. Fees.
HANDICAPPED LAW COMPLIANCE OFFICE 1-800-842-7303
Free information and assistance for callers with civil rights complaints about A.D.A. law compliance. No fee.
HEALTH LINK
24 Hour Health Information Service 1-800-622-5922
HEAL (HEALTH, EDUCATION & ADVOCACY LEAGUE) 1-800-842-1501
Association of parents of children with mental health needs. Hours: 9-5PM, Mon-Fri., No fee.
HIGH MEADOWS 281-8300
825 Hartford Turnpike, Hamden, CT 06517
Residential treatment facility that provides two services; brief residential care and emergency diagnostic care for emotionally and behaviorally disordered youth. Ages 10-18.
HOLE-IN-THE-WALL-GANG CAMP
565 Ashford Center Rd., P.O. Box 156, Ashford, CT 06278 1-860-429-3444
Summer camp for children with life-threatening diseases (Paul Newman camp). Ages: 7-15. No fee.
HOLE IN THE WALL GANG CAMP & INFORMATION 772-0522
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE
555 Long Wharf Drive, New Haven, CT 06511
Summer Camp for children with life threatening blood diseases. Ages 7-17. No fee.
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT 776-5978
M.L. Keefe Center, 11 Pine Street, Hamden, CT 06514
Assistance for low and moderate-income residents and eligible businesses with property rehabilitation, code enforcement and fair housing problems. Hours: 8:30-4:30pm, Mon-Fri., No fee.
INDIAN GUIDES/PRINCESSES/TRAILBLAZERS Call YMCA: 248-6361
Father/child program sponsored through the YMCA. Parent involvement with children. Meeting in neighborhood groups of similar aged children for events and activities. Meets monthly. Ages 5-12. Fees.
INFO LINE 211 (24 hours)
One State Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Connecticut's information, referral, and crisis line. A single, central source of information about human services in Connecticut. Free and confidential help and information. Information on licensed child care facilities. Will provide counseling to families seeking child care. No fee. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon-Fri.
JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER OF GREATER NEW HAVEN
360 Amity Rd., Woodbridge, CT 06525 387-2522
Provides health, fitness, educational, cultural and recreational activities. Offers day camp for children ages 5-13, with JCC membership, and a day care program year-round. Set fee.
JEWISH FAMILY SERVICES
1440 Whalley Ave., New Haven, CT 06515 389-5599
Family counseling and support services. Sliding fee scale.
K.C.'s Closet 562-5129
Keefe Community Center – Donated women's business clothes and some children’s clothes.
LAWYER REFERRAL SERVICE 562-5750
Referral service of the New Haven Bar Association. Half hour consultation with a private lawyer. Hours: 10-4, Mon-Fri., Fee for service.
LEARNING DISABILITY ASSOCIATION OF CONNECTICUT 1-860-560-1711
999 Asylum Avenue, Suite 504, Hartford, CT 06105
Information and referrals for parents of learning disabled children. Parent assistance program, newsletter, and support groups available. Hours: 8:30-4, Mon.-Fri. Membership fee.
LUNG LINE, National Jewish Center, Immunology and Respiratory Medicine 1-800-222-5864
Phone information service for questions about respiratory and allergic problems. May speak to a nurse, or order literature on these health problems. 8am - 5pm, Mon-Fri. No fee.
MENTAL HEALTH ASSOCIATION OF CONN. 1-800-842-1501
Referrals to mental health professionals.
Hours: 9-5, Mon-Fri. No fee.
MOM’S CLINIC
QVHD 2040 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06514 248-6107
A school based health center at Hamden High School. Provides confidential medical help for students at Hamden High.
NATIONAL CENTER FOR MISSING AND EXPLOITED CHILDREN
699 Prince Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
Report a missing child/information 1-800-843-5678 (24 hours)
1-800-235-3900 An information clearinghouse for parents and others to help in the search for missing children. Also information on how to protect children. No fee.
NATIONAL LIFE CENTER 1-800-848-5683 (24 hours)
Referral agency and counseling for pregnant women. No fee.
NATIONAL RUNAWAY SWITCHBOARD 1-800-621-4000 (24 hr)
Parent or child may call this number at any time. No fee.
NEIGHBORHOOD MUSIC SCHOOL
100 Audubon St., New Haven, CT 06510 624-5189
Non-profit organization, providing music and dance classes for adults and children. Fee, scholarships available.
NEW HAVEN COLONY HISTORICAL SOCIETY
114 Whitney Ave., New Haven, CT 06510 562-4183
Museum with information and artifacts on the Greater New Haven Area.
NEW HAVEN DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH 946-7009
54 Meadow Street, Gateway Center, New Haven, CT 06519
Maternal and Child Health Division.
NEW HAVEN LEGAL ASSISTANCE ASSOCIATION 946-4811
426 State St., New Haven, CT 06510
Free legal services, including legal advice, and representation in court for civil cases. Serving residents of greater New Haven, including Hamden. Eligibility: Income restriction. No fee.
PEABODY MUSEUM OF NATURAL HISTORY AT YALE
170 Whitney Ave., New Haven, CT 06510 432-5050
Hours: l.0 am-5 pm Mon-Sat, 12-5 Sun fees
PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF CONNECTICUT
129 Whitney Ave., New Haven, CT 06511 865-5158
Clinic-50 Fitch St, New Haven, CT 06515 387-3131
A non-profit organization providing reproductive health services for men and women.
Eligibility: No restriction. Sliding fee scale. 8:30-5:00 Mon.-Fri.
POISON CONTROL CENTER 1-800-222-1222 (24 hr)
At UCONN Medical Center. Information on poisoning emergencies. no fee
PUBLIC UTILITY CONTROL AUTHORITY(STATE OFFICE) 1-800-382-4586
10 Franklin Square, New Britain, CT
Customer assistance and information about problems with any regulated utility in the State of Connecticut. Hours: 8-4:30, Mon-Fri. No fee.
QUINNIPIACK VALLEY HEALTH DISTRICT 248-4528
1151 Hartford Turnpike, North Haven, CT 06473
Public health services for Hamden residents: health screening, testing, immunization clinics every other month, health permit and license inspections, and health information and training in schools. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon-Fri. Fees.
ST. COLETTA’S CENTER AT BLESSED SACRAMENT CHURCH 288-4857
322 Circular Avenue, Hamden, CT 06514
Catholic religious instruction and preparation for the sacraments for children and young adults with disabilities.
ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH
782 Dixwell Ave., New Haven, CT 06511 624-3097
Donated clothing available on the first Monday of each month. 9:30-11 AM, October - May. Can Food distribution on the last Thursday of each month. 8-8:30 a.m.
SCHOONER, INC.
60 South Water St., New Haven, CT 06519 865-1737
Day camp, summer marine science education, environmental education. Hours: 8-5, Mon-Fri. Fee, some scholarships.
SLEEPING GIANT DAY CARE, INC.
11 Pine St., Hamden, CT 06514 776-5026
State-funded day care for Hamden residents ages 3-5. Located at Keefe Community Center. Hours: 7:30-5:30, Mon-Fri. Sliding fee scale.
SLEEPING GIANT STATE PARK
200 Mt. Carmel Ave., Hamden, CT 06518 789-7498
Hours: 8-Sunset
SOUTHERN CT STATE UNIVERSITY FAMILY CLINIC
501 Crescent Street, New Haven, CT 06515 392-6415
Family counseling, crisis intervention, anger management and supervised visitation.
Hours: 9-9, Mon & Tue & Thurs. 9 am-1pm Sat. Sliding fee scale.
SPECIAL EDUCATION RESOURCE CENTER 1-860-632-1485
25 Industrial Park Road, Middletown, CT 06457
Resources, library and directory of summer camps and programs for exceptional children in CT.
SAGA (DEPT. OF SOCIAL SERVICES) 974-4350
540 Ella Grasso Blvd., New Haven, CT 06511
Applications and information for persons/families needing assistance.
Hours: 8-2:30, Mon-Fri. Office: 8-4:00p.m.
VNA SERVICES, INC.
1100 Sherman Avenue, Hamden, CT 06514 288-1623
Provides nursing to homebound patients. Also have home health aids for patients.
Hours: 8:00 am-5:00, Mon-Fri. Fees
WOMEN, INFANTS & CHILDREN (W.I.C.) PROGRAM 789-3563 (St. Raphael)
Hospital of Saint Raphael & off site locations.
Provides nutrition counseling and education, as well as nutritional supplement checks for infants and children under 5 yrs., and pregnant or nursing mothers. Hours: 8:15-4, Mon.-Fri. (at St.Raphael) No fee.
WOMEN'S HEALTH SERVICES
911 State St., New Haven, CT 06511 777-4781
Non-profit health care organization. Provides birth control and gynecological services, pregnancy testing and abortions, AIDS testing and counseling, and testing and treatment for male sexually transmitted diseases.
Hours: 9-5 Mon.-Fri. Sliding fee scale.
WOMEN'S SPORTS FOUNDATION 1-800-227-3988
Information on sports medicine, training camps and athletic scholarships.
Hours: 9-5, Mon-Fri. No fee.
YALE ART GALLERY
1111 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511 432-0600
YALE CENTER FOR BRITISH ART
1080 Chapel St., New Haven, CT 06511 432-2800
YALE CHILD STUDY CENTER 785-2513
230 South Frontage Rd., New Haven, CT 06520 785-5930
Guidance clinic for children and their families including diagnosis, treatment, individual and family counseling, outpatient psychiatric care, and psychological testing and evaluation. Hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs.8:30am-6pm; Tues. 8:30am-7pm; Fri. 8:30am-4:30pm. Sliding fee scale.
YALE-NEW HAVEN CHILD SEXUAL ABUSE CLINIC 688-2468
Primary Care Center, 789 Howard Avenue, New Haven, CT 06511
Social Work Intake 688-2392
Medical exam and short-term treatment for sexually abused children
Referrals from parents, schools, daycare, police, DCF, etc.
Hours: By appointment only. Fees.
YALE-NEW HAVEN PSYCHIATRIC HOSPITAL 688-9907
184 Liberty Street, New Haven, CT 06519
Adolescent Unit 688-9777
Fees.
YMCA HAMDEN/NORTH HAVEN/BRANCH 248-6361
1605 Sherman Ave., Hamden, CT 06514
Recreational, social and support services, including childcare, and summer camp.
Hours: Mon-Thurs. 5:30am-9:30pm, Fri. 5:30-8:30, Sat 6:30am-5pm, Sun 12-5:00
Fees vary.
YOUTH FOR UNDERSTANDING 1-800-TEENAGE
3501 Newark St. NW, Washington, DC 20016
Information on study programs abroad.
Hours: 9 AM-5 PM, Mon-Fri. No fee.
YWCA RAPE CRISIS SERVICE 624-2273 (24 hours)
131 Dwight St. New Haven, CT 06511
Provides counseling, advocacy and referral services in rape crisis situations. Answering service pages a counselor immediately for call-back during non-business hours. Hours: 8:30-4:30, Mon.-Fri.