Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by

• Autism

• ASD

• Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

• Asperger's Syndrome (AS)

• Pervasive Developmental Disorder (PDD)

What is Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)?

Autism Spectrum Disorder is a brain development condition that affects how a person interacts with others, communicates, learns, and behaves. It's called a "spectrum" disorder because it can look different in each person. Some people with ASD might need a lot of help in their daily lives, while others might need less support.

People with ASD often have trouble with social skills. They might find it hard to understand facial expressions or tone of voice. They might also have trouble starting or keeping conversations going. Many people with ASD like to stick to routines and may get upset when things change unexpectedly.

Another common trait is having an intense interest in specific topics. For example, a person with ASD might know everything there is to know about trains or dinosaurs. They might talk about these topics often, even when others aren't as interested.

Some people with ASD are very sensitive to certain sounds, lights, textures, or smells. These sensations might bother them more than they would bother other people. On the other hand, some people with ASD might not react much to pain or temperature changes.

It's important to remember that ASD is not an illness or disease. It's just a different way that some brains develop. People with ASD have many strengths and abilities, just like everyone else. With the right support, people with ASD can lead happy and fulfilling lives.

How is it diagnosed?

• Doctors watch how a child behaves, talks, and plays
• Parents answer questions about their child's development
• Doctors check if the child has met typical milestones for their age
• Special tests might be done to check language and thinking skills
• Doctors look for signs of ASD, like trouble with eye contact or repetitive behaviors
• Sometimes, genetic tests are done to rule out other conditions
• A team of specialists often works together to make a diagnosis
• There's no single medical test that can diagnose ASD

How is it treated?

• Special education programs at school
• Speech therapy to help with communication
• Occupational therapy to help with daily living skills
• Behavioral therapy to teach social skills and reduce problem behaviors
• Social skills groups to practice interacting with others
• Medications to help with specific symptoms like anxiety or attention problems
• Parent training to help families support their child at home
• Sensory integration therapy for those with sensory sensitivities
• Alternative communication methods like picture cards or devices for non-verbal individuals

Trend

• In the United States, about 1 in 36 children have ASD, according to the latest data from the CDC
• In the last five years, the number of people diagnosed with ASD has increased
• Experts think this increase is mainly because we're better at spotting ASD now
• In five years, it's likely that even more people will be diagnosed with ASD as we get even better at recognizing it

History

People have probably always had ASD, but we didn't always have a name for it.

In the 1940s, two doctors named Leo Kanner and Hans Asperger first described autism in children. For a long time, people thought autism was very rare and only affected people who needed a lot of support.

In the 1980s, we started to understand that autism could look different in different people. We realized it was more common than we thought.

In the 1990s and 2000s, more people started learning about autism. Schools began providing more support for students with ASD.

In 2013, the way we diagnose ASD changed. Instead of having separate diagnoses like Asperger's syndrome, everything was put under one name: Autism Spectrum Disorder. This helped people understand that autism is a spectrum with many different ways it can look.

Today, we know much more about ASD than we used to. We're still learning more every day about how to best support people with ASD and help them reach their full potential.

Source of Information

• Autism Society

• Autism Speaks

• Centers for Disease Control

• National Institute of Mental Health

• US Department of Health and Human Services, National Institutes of Health Eunice Kennedy Schriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice.

Name of the medical condition and other names that it’s been known by

• Profound Autism

• Severe Autism

• Low-Functioning Autism

What is Profound Autism?

Profound autism is a term used to describe a severe form of autism spectrum disorder (ASD).  It is characterized by significant challenges in communication, social skills, and daily living activities.

Individuals with profound autism often have:

• Very limited or no speech.

• A high level of dependence on others for basic tasks such as eating, dressing, and staying safe.

• Intellectual disabilities, typically with an IQ below 50.

• Repetitive behaviors like rocking or hand-flapping.

• Additional health issues such as epilepsy or sleep disorders.

How is it Diagnosed?

The diagnosis process for profound autism involves multiple steps:

• Observation of the child's behavior and development.

• Special tests to assess communication and social skills.

• IQ tests to determine intelligence levels.

• Evaluations of the child's language comprehension and speech.

• Observation of the child's interactions and play.

• Medical tests to rule out other conditions.

• Collection of the child's history and behaviors from parents.

• Involvement of specialists such as psychologists and neurologists.

• Several visits and various types of assessments.

How is it Treated?

Treatment for profound autism often includes:

• Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) therapy to teach new skills.

• Speech therapy to improve communication abilities.

• Occupational therapy for daily living skills.

• Physical therapy to enhance movement and coordination.

• Special education programs tailored to individual needs.

• Medications for related conditions like seizures or sleep issues.

• Sensory integration therapy to address sensory difficulties.

• Social skills training to improve interactions.

• Use of picture cards or devices to aid communication.

• Behavioral interventions to manage challenging behaviors.

• Family support and training for caregivers to better support their loved ones.

Trends

• According to the CDC, approximately 26.7% of people with ASD in the United States have profound autism.

• Autism diagnoses overall have been increasing, which may result in more individuals being identified with profound autism.

History

The term "profound autism" is relatively new, emerging around 2021 to better identify individuals with severe symptoms who need substantial support.

Previously, terms like "low-functioning autism" were used, but the aim with "profound autism" is to provide a more respectful and precise description focusing on the level of support required.

Source of Information

• Autism Science Foundation

• Autism Speaks

• American Academy of Pediatrics

• CDC

• National Institute of Child Health and Human Development

For informational purposes only. Consult a medical professional for advice.

This is a space for the autism community to connect and build relationships. Here’s how to get started:

● Introduce Yourself: Share your Wefayo screen name (if you prefer), your general location in the U.S., and anything else about yourself.

● Start Conversations: Create and respond to posts.

● Private Chats: You can also move conversations to private chat if both parties are comfortable.

● Be Respectful and Safe: Be kind, avoid sharing sensitive personal details, and respect everyone’s boundaries.

Enjoy connecting! 😊

This is a very nice artical about how neurodivergent cooks ( with Autism or ADHD ) can make their cooking much easier. I thought it was really thourough and well written

https://www.eater.com/24253297/neurodivergent-cooking-kitchen-tools-hacks

Autism Tree Coding Camp was founded in 2020 by Princeton Intern Anlin Zhang and MIT Intern Hannah Zhang. It has since reached over 40 children from all over the United States. The curriculum used is from Code.org and developed by Microsoft, Google, and Amazon.
Really nice resource to look out for to learn coding

What do you think about "Love on the Spectrum" (Netflix)?

It’s about people with autism dating and finding love. I haven’t seen it yet—curious what you all think!

Is it worth watching? 

This is the trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kX-QbcXyZug

"Disability as a source of competitive advantage" refers to the idea that hiring and including people with disabilities in the workforce can provide a company with a distinct edge over competitors by bringing unique skills, enhancing workplace culture, improving customer perception, and boosting a company's reputation for social responsibility, ultimately leading to increased productivity and market share. These are some examples:

• Employees with Autism often excel at recognizing patterns, seeing correlations in large amounts of data, and staying focused for long periods on routine tasks

• People with dyslexia are particularly adept at spotting anomalies in surveillance data, making them valuable in cybersecurity and intelligence roles

• Employees with disabilities working in customer service roles frequently demonstrate exceptional levels of empathy, leading to higher customer satisfaction

• Employees in wheelchairs working as security guards have better visibility at pocket height, allowing them to more easily spot pickpockets in crowded areas

• Deaf employees are well-suited for working in noisy environments like elevator shafts, where their hearing impairment is not a hindrance

• People with intellectual disabilities, such as Down syndrome, often bring unique creativity and authenticity to design projects

Read or listen to the Harvard Business Review article here: https://hbr.org/2023/07/disability-as-a-source-of-competitive-advantage 

Support and assistance provided by New York State for people with medical conditions, health issues and/or special needs:

Office for People with Developmental Disabilities (OPWDD)
Condition: Developmental disabilities
Assistance: Help with housing, jobs, and daily living skills
https://opwdd.ny.gov/

New York State Office of Mental Health
Condition: Mental illness
Assistance: Counseling, medication, and inpatient/outpatient treatment
https://omh.ny.gov/

New York State Department of Health AIDS Institute
Condition: HIV/AIDS
Assistance: Medical care, medications, and support services
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/

New York State Cancer Services Program
Condition: Breast, cervical, and colorectal cancer
Assistance: Free cancer screenings for uninsured people
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/services/

Early Intervention Program
Condition: Developmental delays in young children
Assistance: Therapy and special education services for babies and toddlers
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/

Adult Cystic Fibrosis Assistance Program
Condition: Cystic fibrosis
Assistance: Help paying for medications and equipment
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/cfap/

Physically Handicapped Children's Program
Condition: Various physical disabilities in children
Assistance: Medical care and equipment for kids with disabilities
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/special_needs/physically_handicapped_children/

Medicaid Waiver for Individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury
Condition: Traumatic brain injury
Assistance: Home care and community services
https://www.health.ny.gov/health_care/medicaid/program/longterm/tbi.htm

New York State Commission for the Blind
Condition: Blindness and visual impairments
Assistance: Job training, education, and daily living skills
https://ocfs.ny.gov/programs/nyscb/

Hearing Aid Assistance Program
Condition: Hearing loss
Assistance: Help getting hearing aids for children
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/hearing_screening/hearing_aid_loan_bank.htm

Spinal Cord Injury Research Board
Condition: Spinal cord injuries
Assistance: Funding research to help people with spinal cord injuries
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/spinal_cord_injury/

Alzheimer's Disease Caregiver Support Initiative
Condition: Alzheimer's disease and dementia
Assistance: Support and education for caregivers
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/conditions/dementia/alzheimer/

Diabetes Prevention Program
Condition: Prediabetes
Assistance: Classes to help prevent type 2 diabetes
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/conditions/diabetes/

Asthma Control Program
Condition: Asthma
Assistance: Education and support to manage asthma
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/asthma/

Obesity Prevention Program
Condition: Obesity
Assistance: Programs to help people eat healthy and be active
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/obesity/

Arthritis Program
Condition: Arthritis
Assistance: Education and exercise programs
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/conditions/arthritis/

Osteoporosis Prevention and Education Program
Condition: Osteoporosis
Assistance: Education on bone health and preventing fractures
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/conditions/osteoporosis/

Cardiovascular Health Program
Condition: Heart disease and stroke
Assistance: Programs to prevent heart disease and improve heart health
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cardiovascular/heart_disease/

Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Condition: Lead exposure
Assistance: Testing for lead and help removing lead hazards
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/lead/

Newborn Screening Program
Condition: Various genetic and metabolic disorders in newborns
Assistance: Testing all newborns for rare health conditions
https://www.wadsworth.org/programs/newborn

Childhood Lead Poisoning Primary Prevention Program
Condition: Lead exposure in children
Assistance: Inspecting homes for lead and educating families
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/lead/primary_prevention/

Immunization Program
Condition: Vaccine-preventable diseases
Assistance: Free or low-cost vaccines for children and adults
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/

Tobacco Control Program
Condition: Smoking and tobacco use
Assistance: Help quitting smoking and preventing tobacco use
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/tobacco_control/

Dental Health Program
Condition: Oral health issues
Assistance: Education on dental health and help finding low-cost dental care
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/dental/

Migrant Health Program
Condition: Health issues affecting migrant workers
Assistance: Medical care and health education for migrant workers
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/special_populations/migrant_health/

Refugee Health Program
Condition: Health issues affecting refugees
Assistance: Health screenings and care for newly arrived refugees
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/special_populations/refugee_health/

Sickle Cell Disease Program
Condition: Sickle cell disease
Assistance: Education and support for people with sickle cell disease
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/sickle_cell/

Hemophilia Program
Condition: Hemophilia and other bleeding disorders
Assistance: Help paying for treatment and medications
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/hemophilia/

Spina Bifida Program
Condition: Spina bifida
Assistance: Medical care and support services
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/special_needs/spina_bifida/

Muscular Dystrophy Program
Condition: Muscular dystrophy
Assistance: Medical care and support services
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/muscular_dystrophy/

Epilepsy Program
Condition: Epilepsy
Assistance: Education and support for people with epilepsy
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/epilepsy/

Gaucher Disease Program
Condition: Gaucher disease
Assistance: Help paying for treatment and medications
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/gaucher/

Huntington's Disease Program
Condition: Huntington's disease
Assistance: Education and support for people with Huntington's disease
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/huntington/

Multiple Sclerosis Program
Condition: Multiple sclerosis
Assistance: Education and support for people with multiple sclerosis
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/ms/

Parkinson's Disease Program
Condition: Parkinson's disease
Assistance: Education and support for people with Parkinson's disease
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/parkinsons/

Lupus Program
Condition: Lupus
Assistance: Education and support for people with lupus
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/lupus/

Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) Program
Condition: ALS (Lou Gehrig's disease)
Assistance: Education and support for people with ALS
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/als/

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Program
Condition: Chronic fatigue syndrome
Assistance: Education and support for people with chronic fatigue syndrome
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/cfids/

Lyme Disease Program
Condition: Lyme disease
Assistance: Education and prevention of tick-borne illnesses
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/lyme/

Tuberculosis Control Program
Condition: Tuberculosis
Assistance: Testing, treatment, and prevention of TB
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/tuberculosis/

Hepatitis C Program
Condition: Hepatitis C
Assistance: Testing, treatment, and education about hepatitis C
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/hepatitis/hepatitis_c/

Sexually Transmitted Disease Program
Condition: Sexually transmitted infections
Assistance: Testing, treatment, and prevention of STDs
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/std/

Rabies Program
Condition: Rabies exposure
Assistance: Prevention and treatment of rabies exposure
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/rabies/

West Nile Virus Program
Condition: West Nile virus
Assistance: Prevention and education about mosquito-borne illnesses
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/west_nile_virus/

Influenza Program
Condition: Flu
Assistance: Flu shots and education about preventing the flu
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/influenza/seasonal/

Childhood Asthma Program
Condition: Asthma in children
Assistance: Help managing asthma for kids and their families
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/asthma/childhood.htm

Breast Cancer Program
Condition: Breast cancer
Assistance: Education, screening, and support for breast cancer patients
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/breast/

Prostate Cancer Program
Condition: Prostate cancer
Assistance: Education and support for men with prostate cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/prostate/

Colorectal Cancer Program
Condition: Colorectal cancer
Assistance: Screening and education about colorectal cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/colorectal/

Skin Cancer Program
Condition: Skin cancer
Assistance: Education about sun safety and skin cancer prevention
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/skin/

Ovarian Cancer Program
Condition: Ovarian cancer
Assistance: Education and support for women with ovarian cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/ovarian/

Cervical Cancer Program
Condition: Cervical cancer
Assistance: Screening and education about cervical cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/cervical/

Lung Cancer Program
Condition: Lung cancer
Assistance: Education and support for people with lung cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/lung/

Leukemia Program
Condition: Leukemia
Assistance: Education and support for people with leukemia
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/leukemia/

Lymphoma Program
Condition: Lymphoma
Assistance: Education and support for people with lymphoma
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/lymphoma/

Brain Tumor Program
Condition: Brain tumors
Assistance: Education and support for people with brain tumors
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/brain/

Testicular Cancer Program
Condition: Testicular cancer
Assistance: Education and support for men with testicular cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/testicular/

Thyroid Cancer Program
Condition: Thyroid cancer
Assistance: Education and support for people with thyroid cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/thyroid/

Pancreatic Cancer Program
Condition: Pancreatic cancer
Assistance: Education and support for people with pancreatic cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/pancreatic/

Kidney Cancer Program
Condition: Kidney cancer
Assistance: Education and support for people with kidney cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/kidney/

Bladder Cancer Program
Condition: Bladder cancer
Assistance: Education and support for people with bladder cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/bladder/

Oral Cancer Program
Condition: Oral cancer
Assistance: Education and support for people with oral cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/oral/

Childhood Cancer Program
Condition: Cancer in children
Assistance: Support and resources for families of children with cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/childhood/

Cancer Survivorship Program
Condition: Cancer survivors
Assistance: Support and resources for people who have had cancer
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/cancer/survivorship/

Prenatal Care Assistance Program
Condition: Pregnancy
Assistance: Free or low-cost prenatal care for pregnant women
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/pregnancy/health_care/prenatal/

Family Planning Program
Condition: Reproductive health
Assistance: Birth control and reproductive health services
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/pregnancy/family_planning/

Maternal and Infant Community Health Collaboratives
Condition: Maternal and infant health
Assistance: Support for new moms and babies in high-need communities
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/adults/women/maternal_and_infant_comm_health_collaboratives.htm

Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program
Condition: Hepatitis B in pregnant women and newborns
Assistance: Preventing hepatitis B transmission from mother to baby
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/hepatitis/hepatitis_b/perinatal/

Newborn Hearing Screening Program
Condition: Hearing loss in newborns
Assistance: Testing all newborns for hearing problems
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/hearing_screening/

Children with Special Health Care Needs Program
Condition: Various health conditions in children
Assistance: Help finding services for kids with special health needs
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/special_needs/

School-Based Health Center Program
Condition: Various health issues in school-age children
Assistance: Health care services provided in schools
https://www.health.ny.gov/facilities/school_based_health_centers/

Youth Development Program
Condition: Various issues affecting youth
Assistance: Programs to help young people stay healthy and succeed
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/youth/development/

Hunger Prevention and Nutrition Assistance Program
Condition: Food insecurity and malnutrition
Assistance: Provides food to food banks and soup kitchens
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/hpnap/

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
Condition: Nutritional needs of low-income women and children
Assistance: Provides healthy food, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/wic/

Obesity Prevention in Pediatric Health Care Settings
Condition: Childhood obesity
Assistance: Helps doctors prevent and treat obesity in kids
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/obesity/health_care/

Creating Healthy Schools and Communities
Condition: Various health issues in schools and communities
Assistance: Promotes healthy eating and physical activity
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/obesity/prevention_activities/chsc/

Disability and Health Program
Condition: Various disabilities
Assistance: Promotes health and prevents secondary conditions for people with disabilities
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/disability/

Falls Prevention Program
Condition: Risk of falling in older adults
Assistance: Education and exercises to prevent falls
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/injury_prevention/falls_prevention/

Prescription Drug Overdose Prevention Program
Condition: Prescription drug abuse
Assistance: Educates about safe medication use and prevents overdoses
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/narcotic/

Traumatic Brain Injury Services Coordination Program
Condition: Traumatic brain injury
Assistance: Helps people with brain injuries access services
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/tbi/

Comprehensive Care Centers for Eating Disorders
Condition: Eating disorders
Assistance: Provides specialized treatment for eating disorders
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/eating_disorders/

Chronic Disease Self-Management Program
Condition: Various chronic diseases
Assistance: Teaches people how to manage their chronic conditions
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/selfmanage/

Diabetes Self-Management Education Program
Condition: Diabetes
Assistance: Teaches people how to manage their diabetes
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/conditions/diabetes/education_program.htm

Chronic Kidney Disease Program
Condition: Chronic kidney disease
Assistance: Provides education and support for people with kidney disease
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/chronic/kidney/

Genetics Program
Condition: Genetic disorders
Assistance: Provides genetic counseling and testing
https://www.wadsworth.org/programs/newborn/genetics

Occupational Health Clinic Network
Condition: Work-related health issues
Assistance: Diagnoses and treats work-related illnesses and injuries
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/workplace/clinic_network.htm

Healthy Neighborhoods Program
Condition: Environmental health hazards in homes
Assistance: Identifies and addresses home health and safety issues
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/indoors/healthy_neighborhoods/

Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
Condition: Lead poisoning in children
Assistance: Prevents and manages lead poisoning in kids
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/lead/childhood/

Climate and Health Program
Condition: Health impacts of climate change
Assistance: Prepares for and responds to climate-related health issues
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/weather/

Cooling Center Program
Condition: Heat-related illnesses
Assistance: Provides air-conditioned spaces during extreme heat
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/weather/cooling/

Radon Program
Condition: Radon exposure
Assistance: Provides information on radon testing and mitigation
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/radiological/radon/

Water Fluoridation Program
Condition: Dental health
Assistance: Promotes water fluoridation to prevent tooth decay
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/dental/fluoridation/

Drinking Water Protection Program
Condition: Waterborne illnesses
Assistance: Ensures safe drinking water for New Yorkers
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/water/drinking/

Bathing Beach Program
Condition: Waterborne illnesses from recreational water
Assistance: Monitors beach water quality to prevent illness
https://www.health.ny.gov/environmental/outdoors/beach/

Tick-borne Disease Program
Condition: Tick-borne illnesses
Assistance: Provides education and prevention strategies for tick-borne diseases
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/lyme/

Rabies Prevention Program
Condition: Rabies exposure
Assistance: Provides education and prevention strategies for rabies
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/rabies/

Zoonotic Disease Program
Condition: Diseases spread from animals to humans
Assistance: Monitors and prevents diseases transmitted from animals
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/zoonoses/

Mosquito-borne Disease Program
Condition: Mosquito-borne illnesses
Assistance: Monitors and prevents diseases transmitted by mosquitoes
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/west_nile_virus/

Foodborne Disease Program
Condition: Food poisoning and related illnesses
Assistance: Investigates and prevents foodborne illnesses
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/foodborne/

Healthcare-Associated Infections Program
Condition: Infections acquired in healthcare settings
Assistance: Prevents and controls infections in hospitals and other healthcare facilities
https://www.health.ny.gov/statistics/facilities/hospital/hospital_acquired_infections/

Antibiotic Resistance Prevention Program
Condition: Antibiotic-resistant infections
Assistance: Promotes proper antibiotic use to prevent resistance
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/diseases/reporting/communicable/antibiotic_resistance/

Legionellosis Prevention Program
Condition: Legionnaires' disease
Assistance: Prevents and controls outbreaks of Legionnaires' disease
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/legionellosis/

Vaccine-Preventable Disease Program
Condition: Various vaccine-preventable diseases
Assistance: Promotes vaccination to prevent infectious diseases
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/

Adult Immunization Program
Condition: Vaccine-preventable diseases in adults
Assistance: Promotes vaccination for adults
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/immunization/adult_immunization/

Perinatal Hepatitis B Prevention Program
Condition: Hepatitis B in newborns
Assistance: Prevents transmission of hepatitis B from mother to baby
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/hepatitis/hepatitis_b/perinatal/

HIV/AIDS Prevention Program
Condition: HIV/AIDS
Assistance: Provides HIV testing, prevention, and treatment services
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) Program
Condition: HIV prevention
Assistance: Provides medication to prevent HIV infection
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/prep/

Sexually Transmitted Disease Prevention Program
Condition: Sexually transmitted infections
Assistance: Provides testing, treatment, and prevention services for STDs
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/std/

Tuberculosis Control Program
Condition: Tuberculosis
Assistance: Provides testing, treatment, and prevention services for TB
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/tuberculosis/

Viral Hepatitis Prevention Program
Condition: Hepatitis A, B, and C
Assistance: Provides testing, treatment, and prevention services for viral hepatitis
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/hepatitis/

Communicable Disease Surveillance Program
Condition: Various infectious diseases
Assistance: Monitors and tracks the spread of infectious diseases
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/diseases/reporting/communicable/

Wadsworth Center Newborn Screening Program
Condition: Various genetic and metabolic disorders in newborns
Assistance: Tests all newborns for rare health conditions
https://www.wadsworth.org/programs/newborn

Birth Defects Registry
Condition: Birth defects
Assistance: Tracks and studies birth defects to improve prevention and treatment
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/congenital_malformations/

Congenital Malformations Registry
Condition: Birth defects
Assistance: Collects information on birth defects to improve care and prevention
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/congenital_malformations/

Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Quality Improvement Program
Condition: Various health issues in premature or sick newborns
Assistance: Improves care for babies in NICUs
https://www.health.ny.gov/facilities/hospital/nicu/

Perinatal Quality Collaborative
Condition: Various health issues in pregnant women and newborns
Assistance: Improves care for mothers and babies
https://www.albany.edu/cphce/nyspqc.shtml

Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) Prevention Program
Condition: SIDS
Assistance: Educates parents on safe sleep practices to prevent SIDS
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/injury_prevention/babies/sids.htm

Breastfeeding Promotion Program
Condition: Infant nutrition
Assistance: Promotes and supports breastfeeding
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/pregnancy/breastfeeding/

Child and Adult Care Food Program
Condition: Nutritional needs of children and adults in care settings
Assistance: Provides healthy meals in daycare centers and adult care facilities
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/cacfp/

Creating Breastfeeding Friendly Communities
Condition: Infant nutrition
Assistance: Promotes breastfeeding-friendly policies and environments
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/cacfp/breastfeedingfriendly.htm

Child and Adolescent Health Program
Condition: Various health issues in children and teens
Assistance: Promotes health and well-being of young people
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/

School Health Program
Condition: Various health issues in school-age children
Assistance: Promotes health services and education in schools
https://www.schoolhealthny.com/

Adolescent Health Program
Condition: Various health issues in teenagers
Assistance: Promotes health and well-being of adolescents
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/youth/development/

Children and Youth with Special Health Care Needs Program
Condition: Various chronic conditions and disabilities in children
Assistance: Helps families access services for children with special needs
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/special_needs/

Early Hearing Detection and Intervention Program
Condition: Hearing loss in newborns and young children
Assistance: Provides early identification and intervention for hearing loss
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/infants_children/early_intervention/hearing_screening/

Vision Screening Program
Condition: Vision problems in children
Assistance: Provides vision screening in schools
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/dental/vision_screening.htm

Oral Health Program
Condition: Dental health issues
Assistance: Promotes good oral health and access to dental care
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/dental/

School-Based Health Center Program
Condition: Various health issues in school-age children
Assistance: Provides healthcare services in schools
https://www.health.ny.gov/facilities/school_based_health_centers/

Poison Control Program
Condition: Poisoning
Assistance: Provides emergency information and prevention education for poisonings
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/poison_control/

Suicide Prevention Program
Condition: Suicide risk
Assistance: Provides resources and support to prevent suicide
https://www.omh.ny.gov/omhweb/suicide_prevention/

Problem Gambling Program
Condition: Gambling addiction
Assistance: Offers treatment and support for problem gamblers
https://oasas.ny.gov/problem-gambling

Tobacco Control Program
Condition: Tobacco use and addiction
Assistance: Provides resources to quit smoking and prevent tobacco use
https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/tobacco_control/

Alcohol and Substance Use Prevention Program
Condition: Alcohol and drug abuse
Assistance: Provides prevention education and treatment resources
https://oasas.ny.gov/prevention

Prescription Drug Monitoring Program
Condition: Prescription drug abuse
Assistance: Monitors prescription drug use to prevent abuse
https://www.health.ny.gov/professionals/narcotic/prescription_monitoring/

Opioid Overdose Prevention Program
Condition: Opioid addiction and overdose
Assistance: Provides naloxone and education to prevent overdose deaths
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/

Maternal and Infant Health Program
Condition: Various health issues in pregnant women and infants
Assistance: Promotes health of mothers and babies
https://www.health.ny.gov/community/pregnancy/

Support and assistance provided by Connecticut for people with medical conditions, health issues and/or special needs:

Department of Social Services - HUSKY Health (Medicaid)
Condition: Low-income individuals and families
Assistance: Free or low-cost health insurance coverage
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/HUSKY

Access Health CT
Condition: Uninsured residents
Assistance: Help finding and enrolling in affordable health insurance plans
URL: https://www.accesshealthct.com/

Connecticut Home Care Program for Elders
Condition: Seniors needing home care
Assistance: In-home services to help seniors stay at home instead of nursing homes
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/DSS/Health-And-Home-Care/Connecticut-Home-Care-Program-for-Elders/Connecticut-Home-Care-Program-for-Elders

Connecticut AIDS Drug Assistance Program (CADAP)
Condition: HIV/AIDS
Assistance: Help paying for HIV/AIDS medications
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/AIDS--Chronic-Diseases/Care/CADAP

Connecticut Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
Condition: Breast and cervical cancer
Assistance: Free breast and cervical cancer screenings for eligible women
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/DPH/Comprehensive-Cancer/Comprehensive-Cancer/Connecticut-Breast--Cervical-Cancer-Early-Detection-Program-CBCCEDP

Birth to Three System
Condition: Infants/toddlers with developmental delays
Assistance: Early intervention services for young children with delays
URL: https://www.birth23.org/

Connecticut Autism Waiver Program
Condition: Autism spectrum disorder
Assistance: Home and community-based services for people with autism
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/DSS/Health-And-Home-Care/Autism-Services/Autism-Waiver-Program

CHOICES Program
Condition: Medicare beneficiaries
Assistance: Free counseling on Medicare options and benefits
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/AgingandDisability/Content-Pages/Programs/CHOICES-Connecticuts-program-for-Health-insurance-assistance-Outreach-Information-and-referral-Couns

Connecticut Home Care Program for Adults with Disabilities
Condition: Adults with disabilities
Assistance: In-home care services to help people stay in their homes
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/DSS/Health-And-Home-Care/Connecticut-Home-Care-Program-for-Adults-with-Disabilities/Connecticut-Home-Care-Program-for-Adults-with-Disabilities-CHCPD

MED-Connect (Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities)
Condition: Employed individuals with disabilities
Assistance: Medicaid coverage for working people with disabilities
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/DSS/Health-And-Home-Care/Disability-Services/Med-Connect---Medicaid-for-Employees-with-Disabilities

Connecticut Children's Medical Center
Condition: Various pediatric conditions
Assistance: Specialized medical care for children
URL: https://www.connecticutchildrens.org/

Connecticut Dental Health Partnership
Condition: Dental health needs
Assistance: Dental care for HUSKY Health members

URL: https://www.ctdhp.com/

Department of Developmental Services
Condition: Intellectual disabilities
Assistance: Support services for people with intellectual disabilities

URL: https://portal.ct.gov/DDS

Bureau of Rehabilitation Services
Condition: Various disabilities
Assistance: Vocational rehabilitation services to help people with disabilities find work
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/AgingandDisability/Content-Pages/Bureaus/Bureau-of-Rehabilitation-Services

Connecticut Behavioral Health Partnership
Condition: Mental health and substance use disorders
Assistance: Behavioral health services for HUSKY Health members
URL: https://www.ctbhp.com/

Connecticut Statewide Respite Care Program
Condition: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
Assistance: Respite care services for caregivers
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/AgingandDisability/Content-Pages/Programs/Statewide-Respite-Care-Program

Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services
Condition: Mental health and substance use disorders
Assistance: Treatment and support services for mental health and addiction
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/DMHAS

Connecticut Lifespan Respite Coalition
Condition: Various conditions requiring caregiving
Assistance: Respite care services for family caregivers
URL: https://www.ct.gov/opm/cwp/view.asp?a=2998&q=436080

Connecticut Family Support Network
Condition: Children with special healthcare needs
Assistance: Information and support for families of children with special needs
URL: https://ctfsn.org/

Connecticut Council on Developmental Disabilities
Condition: Developmental disabilities
Assistance: Advocacy and support for people with developmental disabilities
URL: https://portal.ct.gov/CTCDD

Connecticut Tech Act Project
Condition: Various disabilities
Assistance: Help accessing assistive technology devices and services
URL: https://cttechact.com/

Connecticut Association for Healthcare at Home
Condition: Various conditions requiring home care
Assistance: Home health and hospice services
URL: https://www.cthealthcareathome.org/

Connecticut Brain Injury Support Network
Condition: Brain injuries
Assistance: Support groups and resources for people with brain injuries
URL: https://www.biact.org/

Connecticut Hearing Voices Network
Condition: Mental health conditions involving voice hearing
Assistance: Support groups for people who hear voices
URL: https://www.hearingvoicesusa.org/hvn-usa-groups/find-a-group/152-connecticut

Connecticut Parkinson's Working Group
Condition: Parkinson's disease
Assistance: Support and resources for people with Parkinson's disease
URL: https://ctparkinsons.org/

Connecticut Epilepsy Advocate
Condition: Epilepsy
Assistance: Support and advocacy for people with epilepsy
URL: https://www.epilepsyct.com/

Connecticut Association of Optometrists
Condition: Vision problems
Assistance: Eye care services and vision screenings
URL: https://www.cteyes.org/

Connecticut Speech-Language-Hearing Association
Condition: Speech, language, and hearing disorders
Assistance: Resources for speech and hearing services
URL: https://www.ctspeechhearing.org/

Connecticut Occupational Therapy Association
Condition: Various conditions requiring occupational therapy
Assistance: Resources for occupational therapy services
URL: https://www.connota.org/

Connecticut Physical Therapy Association
Condition: Various conditions requiring physical therapy
Assistance: Resources for physical therapy services
URL: https://ctpt.org/

Connecticut Association for the Deaf
Condition: Hearing impairment
Assistance: Advocacy and resources for deaf and hard of hearing individuals
URL: https://www.cadinc.org/

Connecticut Council of the Blind
Condition: Visual impairment
Assistance: Advocacy and resources for blind and visually impaired individuals
URL: https://www.ccbct.org/

Connecticut Down Syndrome Congress
Condition: Down syndrome
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with Down syndrome and their families
URL: https://www.ctdownsyndrome.org/

Connecticut Autism Spectrum Resource Center
Condition: Autism spectrum disorder
Assistance: Resources and support for individuals with autism and their families
URL: https://www.ct-asrc.org/

Connecticut Association for Children and Adults with Learning Disabilities
Condition: Learning disabilities
Assistance: Resources and support for individuals with learning disabilities
URL: https://www.cacld.org/

Connecticut Brain Tumor Alliance
Condition: Brain tumors
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with brain tumors
URL: https://www.ctbta.org/

Connecticut Hospice
Condition: Terminal illnesses
Assistance: End-of-life care and support
URL: https://www.hospice.com/

Connecticut Kidney Foundation
Condition: Kidney disease
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with kidney disease
URL: https://www.kidneyct.org/

Connecticut Hemophilia Society
Condition: Hemophilia and bleeding disorders
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with bleeding disorders
URL: https://www.cthemophilia.org/

Connecticut Celiac Disease Support Group
Condition: Celiac disease
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with celiac disease
URL: https://www.celiacct.org/

Connecticut Tourette Syndrome Association
Condition: Tourette syndrome
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with Tourette syndrome
URL: https://www.tsact.org/

Connecticut Lupus Foundation
Condition: Lupus
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with lupus
URL: https://www.lupusct.org/

Connecticut Multiple Sclerosis Society
Condition: Multiple sclerosis
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with multiple sclerosis
URL: https://www.nationalmssociety.org/Chapters/CTN

Connecticut Alzheimer's Association
Condition: Alzheimer's disease and related dementias
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with Alzheimer's and their caregivers
URL: https://www.alz.org/ct

Connecticut Arthritis Foundation
Condition: Arthritis
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with arthritis
URL: https://www.arthritis.org/local-offices/ct

Connecticut Chapter of the American Diabetes Association
Condition: Diabetes
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with diabetes
URL: https://www.diabetes.org/community/local-offices/connecticut

Connecticut Asthma and Allergy Foundation
Condition: Asthma and allergies
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with asthma and allergies
URL: https://www.aafa.org/connecticut/

Connecticut Heart Association
Condition: Heart disease
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with heart disease
URL: https://www.heart.org/en/affiliates/connecticut/welcome-to-connecticut

Connecticut Lung Association
Condition: Lung diseases
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with lung diseases
URL: https://www.lung.org/about-us/local-associations/connecticut.html

Connecticut Cancer Foundation
Condition: Cancer
Assistance: Financial assistance and support for Connecticut cancer patients
URL: https://www.ctcancerfoundation.org/

Connecticut Children's Specialty Group
Condition: Various pediatric conditions
Assistance: Specialized medical care for children
URL: https://www.connecticutchildrens.org/specialty-group/

Connecticut Crohn's and Colitis Foundation
Condition: Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with inflammatory bowel diseases
URL: https://www.crohnscolitisfoundation.org/chapters/connecticut

Connecticut Spinal Cord Injury Association
Condition: Spinal cord injuries
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with spinal cord injuries
URL: https://sciact.org/

Connecticut Amputee Network
Condition: Amputations
Assistance: Support and resources for amputees
URL: https://www.amputee-coalition.org/support-groups-peer-support/support-group-network/connecticut/

Connecticut Dyslexia Association
Condition: Dyslexia
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with dyslexia
URL: https://ctdyslexia.org/

Connecticut Traumatic Brain Injury Association
Condition: Traumatic brain injuries
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with traumatic brain injuries
URL: https://www.biact.org/

Connecticut Sickle Cell Disease Association
Condition: Sickle cell disease
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with sickle cell disease
URL: https://www.sicklecelldisease.org/get-involved/sickle-cell-disease-organizations-around-the-world/connecticut/

Connecticut Rare Disease Foundation
Condition: Rare diseases
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with rare diseases
URL: https://rarediseases.org/organizations/connecticut-rare-action-network/

Connecticut Cystic Fibrosis Foundation
Condition: Cystic fibrosis
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with cystic fibrosis
URL: https://www.cff.org/Chapters/connecticut

Connecticut Huntington's Disease Society
Condition: Huntington's disease
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with Huntington's disease
URL: https://hdsa.org/chapter/connecticut-chapter/

Connecticut Muscular Dystrophy Association
Condition: Muscular dystrophy and related neuromuscular diseases
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with muscular dystrophy
URL: https://www.mda.org/office/hartford

Connecticut ALS Association
Condition: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS)
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with ALS
URL: https://www.als.org/connecticut

Connecticut Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Condition: Blood cancers
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with blood cancers
URL: https://www.lls.org/connecticut-hudson-valley

Connecticut Myasthenia Gravis Foundation
Condition: Myasthenia gravis
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with myasthenia gravis
URL: https://myasthenia.org/Support/Support-Groups-by-State/Connecticut

Connecticut Fibromyalgia & Chronic Pain Association
Condition: Fibromyalgia and chronic pain
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with fibromyalgia and chronic pain
URL: https://fibroct.org/

Connecticut Lyme Disease Association
Condition: Lyme disease
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with Lyme disease
URL: https://www.lymediseaseassociation.org/resources/support-groups/connecticut

Connecticut Eating Disorders Association
Condition: Eating disorders
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with eating disorders
URL: https://www.eatingdisordersct.org/

Connecticut Aphasia Resource Association
Condition: Aphasia
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with aphasia
URL: https://www.aphasia.org/aphasia-community/support-groups/connecticut/

Connecticut Dystonia Support Group
Condition: Dystonia
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with dystonia
URL: https://dystonia-foundation.org/connect/support-groups/connecticut/

Connecticut Endometriosis Association
Condition: Endometriosis
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with endometriosis
URL: https://endometriosisassn.org/support/support-groups/connecticut

Connecticut Neurofibromatosis Network
Condition: Neurofibromatosis
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with neurofibromatosis
URL: https://www.ctf.org/understanding-nf/find-local-support/connecticut

Connecticut Psoriasis Foundation
Condition: Psoriasis
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with psoriasis
URL: https://www.psoriasis.org/connecticut/

Connecticut Sjogren's Syndrome Foundation
Condition: Sjogren's syndrome
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with Sjogren's syndrome
URL: https://www.sjogrens.org/get-involved/find-support/support-groups/connecticut

Connecticut Stuttering Association
Condition: Stuttering
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals who stutter
URL: https://westutter.org/find-nsa-meeting-near/connecticut/

Connecticut Tinnitus Association
Condition: Tinnitus
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with tinnitus
URL: https://www.ata.org/support-groups/connecticut

Connecticut Vestibular Disorders Association
Condition: Vestibular disorders
Assistance: Support and resources for individuals with vestibular disorders
URL: https://vestibular.org/find-support/support-groups/connecticut/

Connecticut Disability Rights Network

Condition: Various disabilities

Assistance: Advocacy and legal support for people with disabilities

URL: ctdisrights.org

Connecticut Mental Health Center

Condition: Mental health disorders

Assistance: Comprehensive mental health services including therapy and medication management

URL: cmhc.health.uconn.edu

Connecticut State Department of Education - Special Education

Condition: Special education needs

Assistance: Resources and support for students with disabilities in schools

URL: ct.gov/sde

Connecticut Office of Protection and Advocacy for Persons with Disabilities

Condition: Various disabilities

Assistance: Advocacy and legal services to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities

URL: ct.gov/opapd

Connecticut Coalition Against Domestic Violence

Condition: Domestic violence survivors

Assistance: Support services for survivors of domestic violence, including counseling and shelter

URL: ctcadv.org

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Immunization Program

Condition: Vaccine-preventable diseases

Assistance: Free or low-cost immunizations for children and adults

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Children and Families

Condition: Children with special needs

Assistance: Services for children with emotional and behavioral issues

URL: ct.gov/dcf

Connecticut Statewide Independent Living Council

Condition: Various disabilities

Assistance: Resources and support for independent living for people with disabilities

URL: ctsilc.org

Connecticut Department of Social Services - SNAP

Condition: Low-income individuals and families

Assistance: Food assistance for eligible families

URL: ct.gov/dss

Connecticut Department of Social Services - Energy Assistance Program

Condition: Low-income households

Assistance: Help with heating and energy costs

URL: ct.gov/dss

Connecticut Department of Social Services - Temporary Family Assistance

Condition: Low-income families

Assistance: Financial assistance for families in need

URL: ct.gov/dss

Connecticut Department of Social Services - Refugee Resettlement Program

Condition: Refugees and asylees

Assistance: Support services for refugees to help them settle in Connecticut

URL: ct.gov/dss

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Lead Poisoning Prevention

Condition: Lead exposure

Assistance: Screening and education about lead poisoning prevention

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Tobacco Control Program

Condition: Tobacco use and addiction

Assistance: Programs to help quit smoking and reduce tobacco use

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Maternal and Child Health

Condition: Maternal and child health issues

Assistance: Services and programs to improve health for mothers and children

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Statewide Respite Care Program

Condition: Caregivers of individuals with chronic illnesses

Assistance: Temporary relief for caregivers

URL: ct.gov/opm

Connecticut Department of Aging and Disability Services

Condition: Aging and disabilities

Assistance: Resources and support for older adults and individuals with disabilities

URL: ct.gov/ads

Connecticut Department of Rehabilitation Services

Condition: Various disabilities

Assistance: Vocational rehabilitation and support services

URL: ct.gov/drs

Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services - Crisis Services

Condition: Mental health crises

Assistance: Emergency mental health services

URL: ct.gov/dmhas

Connecticut Department of Mental Health and Addiction Services - Substance Abuse Services

Condition: Substance use disorders

Assistance: Treatment and support for individuals with substance use issues

URL: ct.gov/dmhas

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Chronic Disease Prevention

Condition: Chronic diseases

Assistance: Programs to prevent and manage chronic diseases

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Oral Health Program

Condition: Dental health issues

Assistance: Programs to improve oral health for children and adults

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Injury Prevention Program

Condition: Injury prevention

Assistance: Education and resources to prevent injuries

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Sexual Health Program

Condition: Sexual health issues

Assistance: Education and resources for sexual health

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Environmental Health

Condition: Environmental health issues

Assistance: Resources for addressing environmental health concerns

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Equity

Condition: Health disparities

Assistance: Programs to address health equity and disparities

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Family Planning Program

Condition: Reproductive health

Assistance: Family planning services and education

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - WIC Program

Condition: Nutritional needs for women and children

Assistance: Nutrition assistance for pregnant women, new mothers, and young children

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - School Health Program

Condition: Children's health

Assistance: Health services and resources for schools

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Community Health Services

Condition: Community health issues

Assistance: Support for community health initiatives

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Promotion

Condition: General health promotion

Assistance: Programs to promote healthy lifestyles

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Statistics

Condition: Public health data

Assistance: Access to health statistics and data

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Vital Records

Condition: Vital records needs

Assistance: Access to birth, death, and marriage records

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Care Quality

Condition: Health care quality issues

Assistance: Resources to improve health care quality

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Emergency Preparedness

Condition: Public health emergencies

Assistance: Resources and planning for public health emergencies

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Preparedness and Response

Condition: Public health response

Assistance: Planning and resources for public health emergencies

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Public Health Laboratory

Condition: Laboratory testing needs

Assistance: Laboratory testing services for public health

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Care Access

Condition: Health care access issues

Assistance: Programs to improve access to health care

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Communication

Condition: Health communication needs

Assistance: Resources for effective health communication

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Education

Condition: Health education needs

Assistance: Programs and resources for health education

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Policy

Condition: Health policy issues

Assistance: Resources and advocacy for health policy changes

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Research

Condition: Health research needs

Assistance: Support for public health research initiatives

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Informatics

Condition: Health informatics needs

Assistance: Resources for health data and informatics

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Systems

Condition: Health systems issues

Assistance: Resources for improving health systems

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Equity Institute

Condition: Health disparities

Assistance: Programs to address health equity

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Tobacco Control

Condition: Tobacco use

Assistance: Programs to reduce tobacco use

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Nutrition Services

Condition: Nutritional needs

Assistance: Nutrition assistance and education programs

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - School Health

Condition: School health issues

Assistance: Resources for health in schools

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Family Health

Condition: Family health issues

Assistance: Programs to support family health

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Community Health Assessment

Condition: Community health issues

Assistance: Resources for assessing community health

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Data

Condition: Health data needs

Assistance: Access to public health data

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Promotion

Condition: Health promotion needs

Assistance: Programs to promote healthy lifestyles

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Public Health Training

Condition: Public health training needs

Assistance: Training programs for public health professionals

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Public Health Research

Condition: Public health research needs

Assistance: Support for public health research initiatives

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Communication

Condition: Health communication needs

Assistance: Resources for effective health communication

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Systems

Condition: Health systems issues

Assistance: Resources for improving health systems

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Equity

Condition: Health disparities

Assistance: Programs to address health equity

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Emergency Preparedness

Condition: Public health emergencies

Assistance: Planning and resources for public health emergencies

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Vital Records

Condition: Vital records needs

Assistance: Access to birth, death, and marriage records

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Promotion

Condition: Health promotion needs

Assistance: Programs to promote healthy lifestyles

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Education

Condition: Health education needs

Assistance: Programs and resources for health education

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Policy

Condition: Health policy issues

Assistance: Resources and advocacy for health policy changes

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Research

Condition: Health research needs

Assistance: Support for public health research initiatives

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Informatics

Condition: Health informatics needs

Assistance: Resources for health data and informatics

URL: ct.gov/dph

Connecticut Department of Public Health - Health Systems

Condition: Health systems issues

Assistance: Resources for improving health systems

https://portal.ct.gov

Support and assistance provided by Maryland for people with medical conditions, health issues, and/or special needs:

Autism Waiver Program

Condition: Autism Spectrum Disorder

Assistance: Therapeutic services, respite care, environmental adaptations

URL: https://marylandpublicschools.org/programs/Pages/Special-Education/autismfactsheet.aspx

Medical Home Initiatives for Children with Special Health Care Needs

Condition: Special health care needs in children

Assistance: Coordinated care through primary care providers

URL: https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/mch/Pages/home.aspx

Maryland Children’s Health Program (MCHP)

Condition: Children and pregnant women

Assistance: Full health benefits for eligible children and pregnant women

URL: https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/chp/pages/home.aspx

Children’s Medical Services Program (CMS)

Condition: Chronic illness or disability in children

Assistance: Specialty care for low-income, uninsured or underinsured children

URL: https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/epsdt/pages/cms.aspx

Early Periodic Screening, Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT)

Condition: Child health component of Medicaid

Assistance: Comprehensive child healthcare services

URL: https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/epsdt/pages/home.aspx

Health Choice Program

Condition: Medicaid recipients

Assistance: Managed care through a primary care provider system

URL: https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/healthchoice/pages/home.aspx

Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program (MADAP)

Condition: HIV/AIDS

Assistance: Prescription drug assistance for eligible individuals

URL: https://phpa.health.maryland.gov/OIDPCS/CHCS/pages/madap.aspx

Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program

Condition: Seniors needing prescription drugs

Assistance: Financial help with prescription drug costs

URL: https://marylandspdap.com/

Home and Community-Based Options Waiver

Condition: Older adults and physical disabilities

Assistance: Services to live at home instead of a nursing facility

URL: https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/waiverprograms/pages/home-and-community-based-options-waiver.aspx

Model Waiver for Medically Fragile Children

Condition: Medically fragile children

Assistance: Home-based medical services to avoid institutional care

URL: https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/waiverprograms/pages/model-waiver.aspx

Rare and Expensive Case Management (REM)

Condition: Rare diseases and expensive medical conditions

Assistance: Specialized case management services

URL: https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/rem/pages/home.aspx

Traumatic Brain Injury Waiver Services for Adults

Condition: Brain injury

Assistance: Residential habilitation, day habilitation, supported employment

URL: https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/waiverprograms/pages/tbi-waiver.aspx

211 Maryland Access Point (MAP)

Condition: Seniors and adults with disabilities

Assistance: Information on resources, individualized counseling

URL: https://211md.org/access-point/

Durable Medical Equipment Re-Use Program

Condition: Need for medical equipment

Assistance: Provides refurbished medical equipment like canes or walkers

URL: https://aging.maryland.gov/accesspoint/Pages/Durable-Medical-Equipment-Reuse.aspx

My Turn Program

Condition: Developmental disabilities in children

Assistance: Support for families with children aged 3-13 not connected to state resources

URL: https://health.maryland.gov/phpa/genetics/docs/My%20Turn%20Program.pdf

Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities Commission

Condition: Intellectual and developmental disabilities

Assistance: Promotes communication among families and service providers

URL: https://health.maryland.gov/dda/pages/home.aspx

Caregiver Support Programs

Condition: Caregivers of seniors or individuals with special needs

Assistance: Mental health support, respite care

URL: https://aging.maryland.gov/accesspoint/Pages/Caregiver-Support.aspx

Maryland Developmental Disabilities Administration (DDA) Services

Condition: Developmental disabilities

Assistance: Behavior support, employment services, housing support

URL: https://health.maryland.gov/dda/pages/home.aspx

Medical Day Care Services Waiver

Condition: Individuals requiring nursing facility level of care

Assistance: Daytime medical care in a community setting

URL:https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/waiverprograms/pages/mdc-waiver.aspx

Temporary Disability Assistance Program (TDAP)

Condition : Short-term disability

Assistance : Cash assistance for disabled individuals

URL :https://dhs.maryland.gov/weathering-tough-times/temporary-disability-assistance/

Medicare Buy-In Programs

Condition : Low-income Medicare beneficiaries

Assistance : Helps pay Medicare premiums and cost-sharing expenses

URL :https://www.cms.gov/outreach-and-education/training/cmsnationaltrainingprogram/downloads/me-medicare-buy-in.pdf

Long Term Care Medical Assistance
* Condition : Need for nursing home care
* Assistance : Covers costs associated with long-term nursing home care
* URL :https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/longtermcare/pages/home.aspx

Community First Choice (CFC)
Condition : Disabilities and older adults
Assistance : Personal care, emergency response systems, assistive technology, home adaptations
URL :https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/cfc/pages/home.aspx

Community Personal Assistance Services (CPAS)
Condition : Disabilities or chronic medical conditions
Assistance : In-home care, nurse monitoring, workplace services
URL :https://mmcp.health.maryland.gov/communityfirstchoice/pages/cpas.aspx

Community Pathways Waiver
Condition : Intellectual or developmental disabilities
Assistance : Wide array of services through licensed providers
URL :https://health.maryland.gov/dda/pages/community-pathways-waiver.aspx

Low Intensity Support Services (LISS)
Condition : Disabilities
Assistance : Funding for personal care, respite care, and community integration
URL :https://health.maryland.gov/dda/pages/liss.aspx

Community Supports Waiver
Condition : Developmental disabilities
Assistance : Individual and family supports with budget cap
URL :https://health.maryland.gov/dda/pages/community-supports-waiver.aspx

Maryland Medical Assistance (Medicaid)
Condition : Low-income individuals
Assistance : Comprehensive healthcare coverage
URL:http://www.dhmh.state.md.us/mma/