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CT Covid-19 Knowledge Base

• SAFE STORE Guidelines for retail establishments

  6/8/2020

  How grocers and retailers can ensure the safety of their employees and customers during the Coronavirus crisis

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• I lost my health insurance during the COVID-19 crisis. What do I do now?

  6/8/2020

  Deadlines are quickly approaching for enrolling in Connecticut’s health insurance marketplace through Access Health CT

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• Will my child still have to take required standardized tests during the remainder of this school year?

  6/8/2020

  The State Department of Education (SDE) has received a waiver from the U.S. Department of Education for the standardized testing requirements each school is required to complete annually. The Governor has also suspended state testing assessments for the school year.

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• My small business/nonprofit is struggling with the loss of revenue during the state’s business shutdown. What assistance is available?

  6/8/2020

  The Connecticut Department of Revenue Services has extended the filing deadlines for certain annual tax returns due on or after March 15, 2020, and before June 1, 2020, by at least 30 days.

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• Business Exemptions for Coronavirus

  6/8/2020

  The Governor issued Executive Order 7H, directing all businesses and nonprofit entities in the State of Connecticut to utilize, to the maximum extent possible, any telecommuting or work from home procedures that they can safely employ.

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• I am worried about being able to pay my gas, electric, and water bills. Will the utility companies shut me off?

  6/8/2020

  Your utilities will not be disconnected during this emergency regardless of payment status if your utility company is listed below.

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• I am worried about my Temporary Family Assistance benefits running out. What should I do?

  6/8/2020

  As of March 26, 2020, the Governor suspended the 21-month limit on Temporary Family Assistance during the coronavirus pandemic.

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• How do I apply for Temporary Family Assistance, Medicaid, SNAP, or other benefits? When can I buy food with SNAP?

  6/8/2020

  Please visit the CT Department of Social Services benefit application

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• I need medical attention, but I’d rather not leave my home. Can I use telemedicine services?

  6/8/2020

  Governor Lamont and the state agencies are working to encourage health insurance providers to ensure that Connecticut residents can access medical assistance from their homes during this health crisis.

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• I work in a hospital as a nurse. Should I be concerned about liability when treating COVID-19 patients?

  6/8/2020

  No. As of April 5, 2020, Governor Lamont has ordered that health care professionals and facilities are protected from civil liability for actions or omissions in support of the state’s COVID-19 response.

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