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988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline
SAMHSA
Free, confidential 24/7 crisis support for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call, text, or chat. Available in English and Spanish.
24/7AcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)24/7
Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.
988Learn more → - Immigration Jobs
Bridgeport Adult Education - ESL & Citizenship Classes
Bridgeport Public Schools
Free English as a Second Language (ESL) classes from introductory to advanced levels. Also offers citizenship preparation courses covering US History, Government, and Civics for the USCIS exam. GED and adult basic education also available.
Call to confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Day classes at 418 Kossuth St; Evening classes at Central High School
Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.
(203) 275-1509Learn more → - Legal Aid
Bridgeport Probate Court
Connecticut Probate Courts
Handles matters including wills and estates, conservatorships, guardianship of minors, name changes, adoption, and commitment proceedings. Public court serving Bridgeport residents.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Thu 8:30am-5pm; Fri 8:30am-4pm
Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.
(203) 576-3945Learn more → - Housing Harm Reduction
CASA Inc. - Noble House Transitional Housing
CASA Inc.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) 16-bed, 24-hour transitional housing program for individuals in recovery. Average stay is 18 months but residents may stay longer if needed. Staff provide case management, referrals to treatment, support for permanent housing, and links to the recovering community.
24/7AcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)24/7 residential program
Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.
(203) 337-6529Learn more → - Harm Reduction Housing
CASA Inc. (Chemical Abuse Services Agency)
CASA Inc.
Bilingual (English/Spanish) substance abuse treatment including residential recovery house (14-bed, men 18+), outpatient treatment (Project Courage), psychiatric services, auricular acupuncture, STD testing, and relapse prevention. Also provides supportive housing.
Call to confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Call for hours
Before you go: Bring photo ID and any eviction, shelter, lease, or income paperwork you have.
(203) 339-4112Learn more → - Immigration Legal Aid
Catholic Charities - Immigration Services
Catholic Charities of Fairfield County
Immigration legal services specializing in citizenship applications and family-based petitions for individuals seeking legal status and family reunification. Multi-lingual staff (English, Spanish, French). Initial consultation fee $75 per case.
Call to confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri; call for hours
Before you go: Bring immigration notices, identity documents, court papers, and any prior applications if you have them.
(203) 416-1322Learn more → - Legal Aid Mental Health
Center for Family Justice - Crisis Services
The Center for Family Justice
Connecticut's first Family Justice Center providing free, confidential, trauma-informed services for victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual violence, human trafficking, and child abuse. Services include crisis counseling, safety planning, support groups, civil/legal advocacy, self-sufficiency services, and 24/7 crisis hotlines. Also operates Kathie's Place, a 15-bed emergency safe house for women and children fleeing abuse (up to 60 days).
24/7AcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Walk-ins Mon-Fri 9am-4pm; DV Hotline 24/7: (888) 774-2900; Sexual Assault Hotline: (888) 999-5545
Before you go: Bring court papers, notices, letters, leases, IDs, and deadlines related to the legal issue.
(203) 334-6154Learn more → - Mental Health
Child & Family Guidance Center
The Child & Family Guidance Center Inc.
Culturally-informed mental health care for children ages 0-18 and their families since 1925. Outpatient clinic providing individual, family, and group therapy, psychiatric evaluation, and medication management for children experiencing emotional and behavioral problems. Regardless of ability to pay.
Call to confirmAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri; call for hours
Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.
(203) 394-6529Learn more → - Legal Aid
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 → - Healthcare
Fred Weisman Americares Free Clinic of Bridgeport
Americares Free Clinics
Free medical clinic for uninsured adults. Provides primary care, chronic disease management, and health screenings at no cost to eligible patients.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Tue 9am-4:30pm; Thu 12:30-4:30pm; Sat 8:30am-12:30pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.
(203) 333-9175Learn more → - Utilities
Home Energy Solutions - Income Eligible (HES-IE)
Energize CT / Eversource
Free weatherization services for income-eligible households including insulation, air sealing, duct sealing, energy-efficient lighting, and appliance upgrades. Expert energy diagnostics and recommendations.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Phone: Mon-Fri 8am-5pm
Before you go: Bring the bill, shutoff notice if any, proof of income, and account holder information.
(877) 947-3873Learn more → - Food Cash Assistance
Salvation Army - Bridgeport Corps Food Pantry
Salvation Army
Food pantry and emergency food assistance. Also provides other social services including clothing and emergency financial assistance.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Pantry: Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri 10am-1pm; Office: Mon-Fri 9am-4pm
Before you go: Bring photo ID and proof of address if you have them.
(203) 334-0995Learn more → - Healthcare Legal Aid
SWCAA - Southwestern CT Agency on Aging
Southwestern CT Agency on Aging
Regional Area Agency on Aging serving older adults and individuals with disabilities. Provides Medicare/Medicaid counseling, benefits screening, care management, long-term care planning, elder abuse prevention, and connections to home-delivered meals, senior day centers, home care, transportation, legal services, and nutrition programs. Call Aging Answers helpline for assistance.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:30pm; Aging Answers helpline: (800) 994-9422
Before you go: Bring photo ID, insurance or HUSKY card if you have one, and a medication list.
(203) 333-9288Learn more → - Cash Assistance
Temporary Family Assistance (TFA/TANF) - Bridgeport
Connecticut Department of Social Services
Cash assistance for families with dependent children under 18 to help pay for basic needs while in school, job training, or experiencing hardship. Includes emergency housing assistance for up to 60 days if housing is lost.
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 → - Transportation
Veyo - Non-Emergency Medical Transportation (NEMT)
Veyo (State of CT contractor)
Free medical transportation for HUSKY Health (Medicaid) members who have no other way to get to medical, behavioral health, or dental appointments. Covers rides to and from appointments.
Closed nowAcceptingVerified 5/5/2026 (via web check)Reservations: Mon-Fri 7am-6pm EST
Before you go: Confirm eligibility, service area, reservation windows, and pickup times before traveling.
(855) 478-7350Learn more →