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The Social Services Department is a vital division under the Health and Social Services Department focused on enhancing the well-being of vulnerable individuals and communities. With services ranging from case management to housing support, the department is dedicated to promoting social justice and empowering those in need to lead fulfilling lives.

Seeking Assistance? Let Us Guide You. If you're in need of help accessing services but don't know where to start or who to contact, we're here to assist you. Simply fill out a referral form and let us guide you on your journey to getting the support you need. 

Services Provided

  • Case Management and Referrals: We provide personalized case management and referrals to individuals and families facing various challenges, addressing a wide range of needs with compassion and expertise.
  • Housing Stability Support: We offer emergency rental and utility assistance to families experiencing housing-related hardships, helping them regain stability.
  • Emergency Relocation Assistance: We provide relocation services to city residents whose residences have been deemed unsuitable for human habitation, ensuring they have safe and healthy living arrangements.
  • State and Federal Program Administration: We manage state and federal programs aimed at supporting economically and socially disadvantaged city residents, as well as special initiatives assigned by the city's administration to address social issues.

Please note, our rental assistance funds allows us to provide only a ONE time payment per resident who needs assistance.

 

Bridgeport mobile food pantry led by Filling in the Blanks. Schedule 6:30 am - 9 am every 4th saturday of the month Luis Munoz Marin School 479 Helen St BPT CT 06608. 2026 dates: 1/24, 2/28, 3/28, 4/25, 5/23, 6/27, 7/25, 8/22, 9/26, 10/24, 11/28. Fillingintheblanks.org 203-750-0019 Paola Arango
From the BPT Public Library. Pink flowers and petals throughout: Mental Health Matters Social Support Society North Branch Library 3455 Madison Avenue, Bridgeport 203-576-8113 Thursday’s from 2:00 to 3:00 pm. Weekly group meetings led by a licensed facilitator Peer Suppor and open discussions Coping Strategies and wellness tools A judgement - free zone to be yourself Emotional wellbeing Referrals to community resources
(Picture of woman looking at phone ad Snap card) Important SNAP and CASH benefit loading dates are changing. March 1st 2026. WHAT’S CHANGING? • CASH benefits will issue on the  first day of the month • SNAP benefits will issue during  the first 8 days of the month HOW? Payment date is based on  the last 2 digits of the EBT card.  Client ID and Loading date time of month: 00-12 1st. 13-24 2nd. 25-37 3rd. 38-49 4th. 50-62 5th. 63-74 6th. 75-87 7th. 88-99 8th.  PLAN AHEAD

 

Muchacha viendo teléfono. Importante snap y efectivo las fechas de cargo de beneficios están cambiando 1 de marzo de 2026. ¿QUÉ ESTÁ CAMBIANDO? • Los beneficios de EFECTIVO se  emitirán el primer día del mes • Los beneficios de SNAP se emitirán  durante los primeros 8 días del mes ¿CÓMO? La fecha de pago se basa  en los últimos 2 dígitos de la tarjeta  EBT. Cliente ID y Fecha de cargo: 00-12 1er. 13-24 2do. 25-37 3er. 38-49 4to. 50-62 5to. 63-74 6to. 75-87 7mo. 88-99 8vo.  PLANIFIQUE CON ANTICIPACIÓN
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Social Services Department

999 Broad St

203-576-7416

Hours: Monday-Friday

9 a.m. - 5 p.m.