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CT Clean Slate / Expungement Assistance
State of Connecticut
Connecticut's Clean Slate law provides automatic erasure of most low-level convictions after 7 years (misdemeanors) or 10 years (felonies). For cases not eligible for automatic erasure, you can apply for an Absolute Pardon through the Board of Pardons and Paroles.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Phone hours: Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm
Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.
(203) 805-6643Learn more → - Cash Assistance Food
CT Department of Social Services - Bridgeport Office
Connecticut Department of Social Services
State office administering SNAP (food stamps), Temporary Family Assistance (TFA/TANF), Medicaid/HUSKY Health, and other public benefits for low-income individuals and families.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon/Tue/Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; Wed/Thu 8:30am-12pm
Before you go: Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.
(855) 626-6632Learn more → - Utilities
CT Energy Assistance Program (CEAP) - Bridgeport
Alliance for Community Empowerment
Help paying winter heating bills. Benefits paid directly to utility company or fuel vendor. Recipients may also qualify for payment matching plans, shut-off protection, and heating equipment repair/replacement.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm (seasonal program)
Before you go: Bring the bill, shutoff notice if any, proof of income, and account holder information.
(203) 366-8241 ext. 3991Learn more →