Stonington

Local offices in Stonington

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · City office

  Stonington Social Services

  166 South Broad Street, Stonington, CT 06378

  Help here

  • Benefits and local supportGet help applying for SNAP, energy aid, and other support, or ask about one-time help with urgent bills and expenses.
  • Medicare and transportation helpAsk about Medicare counseling and transportation resources.
  Call 860-535-5015DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on stonington-ct.gov

• Housing help · City office

  Stonington Housing Authority

  45 Sisk Drive, Pawcatuck, CT 06379

  Help here

  • Affordable housingAsk about affordable apartments for older adults and people with disabilities.Read more
  Call 860-599-2600DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on stoningtonhousingauthority.org

• Utilities · City office

  Stonington Water Pollution Control Authority

  152 Elm Street, Stonington, CT 06378

  Help here

  • Sewer bills and serviceGet help with sewer bills, sewer accounts, and questions about sewer connections.
  Call 860-535-5065DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on stonington-ct.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Stonington Senior Services

  166 South Broad Street, Stonington, CT 06378

  Help here

  • Senior support and programsAsk about services, workshops, and social programs for older residents.
  Call 860-535-5015DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on stonington-ct.gov

• Library · Nonprofit

  Stonington Free Library

  20 High Street, Stonington, CT 06378

  Help here

  • Library materials and programsGet a library card to borrow books and other materials or join library programs.
  • Home delivery for library materialsHomebound patrons can sign up to receive library materials at home.
  Call 860-535-0658DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on stoningtonfreelibrary.org

• Local office · City office

  Stonington Town Hall

  152 Elm Street, Stonington, CT 06378

  Help here

  • Town office informationContact Town Hall to find the town office or service you need.Read more
  Call 860-535-5000DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on stonington-ct.gov

• Local office · City office

  Stonington Tax Collector

  152 Elm Street, Stonington, CT 06378

  Help here

  • Tax paymentsPay or ask questions about real estate, motor vehicle, and personal property taxes.Apply online
  Call 860-535-5080DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on stonington-ct.gov

• Parks and recreation · Nonprofit

  Stonington Community Center (The COMO)

  28 Cutler Street, Stonington, CT 06378

  Help here

  • Community programs and recreationFind classes, sports, camps, and other programs for children and adults.
  Call 860-535-2476DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on thecomo.org

Town of Stonington website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Stonington

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Stonington is in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · State office

  Connecticut Department of Social Services Norwich Resource Center

  401 West Thames Street, Norwich, CT 06360

  Help here

  • State benefits and social servicesVisit or contact DSS for help with state benefit programs and social services.Apply online
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on portal.ct.gov

• Child support · State office

  Connecticut Office of Child Support Services, Norwich

  401 West Thames Street, Unit 102, Norwich, CT 06360

  Help here

  • Child support servicesGet help with child support services for families in the region.
  Call 860-823-3325DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on portal.ct.gov

• Housing help · City office

  New London Housing Authority

  Help here

  • Housing assistanceContact the authority for information and applications for subsidized housing in New London.
  Call 860-443-2851Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on newlondonct.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  United Way of Connecticut 211

  Help here

  • Information and referralCall 211 or search online to find local help with basic needs, health, housing, and other services.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on uwc.211ct.org

• Public health · Nonprofit

  TVCCA WIC Norwich

  401 West Thames Street, Unit 201, Norwich, CT 06360

  Help here

  • Women, Infants, and Children nutrition programWIC offers nutrition education, health referrals, breastfeeding support, and healthy foods to eligible families.
  Call 860-425-6562DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on portal.ct.gov

• Public health · Regional office

  Ledge Light Health District

  216 Broad Street, New London, CT 06320

  Help here

  • Local public health servicesContact the district for local public health services in the towns it serves.
  Call 860-448-4882DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on llhd.org

Everything in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region

Connecticut programs by kind of help

These are run by Connecticut and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
• SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026