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Lamont orders $300 grocery gift cards for residents losing SNAP
CT will provide the benefit to an estimated 25,000 residents who’ve lost federal nutrition assistance. Cards will be distributed by August.
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DCF ends probe of shoplifting incident before Enfield girl’s death
The DCF has closed its investigation of a shoplifting incident that happened a few days before Eve Rogers’ death. A criminal probe continues.
At CT DCF, staff turnover is high. The costs can be devastating.
The high turnover rate, which has led to confused families and burnout among remaining employees, has become a key factor in DCF’s troubles.
CT nursing home oversight bill clears final hurdle
The legislation provides for more scrutiny of nursing home ownership, including private equity investment, and requires annual disclosures.
CT approves new training requirements for homemaker companion workers
A bill imposing training for employees at homemaker companion agencies passed the legislature, adding oversight to largely unregulated sector.
Advocates press Lamont to aid thousands losing food benefits
Anti-hunger advocates are focused on Gov. Ned Lamont in their push to intensify aid for residents who have lost federal nutrition benefits.
Senate confirms Christina Ghio for CT child advocate role
The vote of approval for Ghio as child advocate followed the confirmation of Susan Hamilton last month as the new commissioner of DFC.
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