SNAP
How many days does DSS have to process EXSNAP?
7
Name the three cash programs for which DSS Resource Centers determine eligibility?
State Administered General Assistance (SAGA), State Supplement Cash Assistance and Temporary Family Assistance (TFA).
What is the state capital of CT?
Hartford
How many DSS Resources Centers are the state of CT?
12
The DSS Medicaid program is also know as...
HUSKY Health
As of today, what is the maximum benefit amount for a household of 3?
$766
I am 75-year-old veteran. I was honorably discharged and receive VA benefits. For which cash assistance program am I potentially eligible?
State Supplement for the Aged, Blind and Disabled
Name of Governor
Ned Lamont
What is the phone number to the DSS Benefits Center?
1-855-626-6632
Medicaid for children and their parents or a relative caregiver; and pregnant women is called...
HUSKY A
Name 3 ways an applicant can apply for SNAP benefits:
Online, in person, and by mail.
I am 56-year-old and no work history in the previous 7 years. I am not disabled but I have no employable skills. For which cash assistance program am I potentially eligible?
State Administered General Assistance (SAGA)
How many towns are in the state of CT?
169
Who is the Commissioner of the CT DSS?
Commissioner Andrea Barton Reeves
I receive Medicare and needs help paying Medicare premiums and out-of-pocket costs. For which medical assistance program am I potentially eligible?
Medicare Savings Programs
How does DSS give approved households SNAP and some cash benefits so they can purchase needed items once granted?
Electronic Benefits Transaction (EBT) card
I am a 65-year-old caring for my nephew who reside with me. I have legal custody of the child as the parents are unable to care for the child. For which cash assistance program am I potentially eligible?
Temporary Family Assistance (TFA)
What is the state bird?
Robin
Along with Eligibility Operations, what three other divisions are located in most Resource Centers?
Child Support, Social Work, and Fraud/Investigations
I am 80 years old and can no longer live on my own. I have moved to a skilled nursing facility. For which medical assistance program am I potentially eligible?
HUSKY C
If a client disagrees with the decision, what should they do?
File a request for a hearing (Fair Hearing)
What is the asset limit for TFA, SS and SAGA Cash?
TFA - The household asset limit is $6,000.
SS - The asset limit is $1,600 for a single individual or $2,400 for a married couple.
SCA - The asset limit is $500 for a single individual or $1,000 for a married couple.
Name one US Senator from Connecticut.
Richard Blumenthal or Chris Murphy
Name a value from the DSS Vision, Mission and Values. (Answer must be 100% accurate)
Pride in Public Service,
Excellence and Integrity,
Compassion and Empathy,
Equity and Inclusion,
Racial Justice,
Collaboration and Communication,
Learning and Innovation
I am 45-year-old receiving SSI. I work part-time at Home Depot. For which medical assistance program(s) am I potentially eligible?
HUSKY C and Medicaid for Employees with Disabilities