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Hartford Communities That Care - Violence Intervention

Hartford Communities That Care (HCTC)

Community-based violence prevention since 1998. Operates Connecticut's first Hospital-Linked Violence Intervention Program (HVIP) with 24/7 crisis response for crime victims. Programs include mental h…

24/7 crisis response; office hours Mon-Fri

Before you go: If this is urgent or you may hurt yourself or someone else, call 988 or 911.

Hartford Job Corps Center

U.S. Department of Labor

Free career training and education for low-income youth ages 16-24. Provides hands-on training in fields including Clinical Medical Assistant and Insurance/Financial Services, plus housing and meals.

Residential program

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Community Partners in Action - Reentry Welcome Center

Community Partners in Action (CPA)

Centralized hub for formerly incarcerated individuals returning to Hartford. Provides basic needs assistance, housing support, substance use and mental health treatment referrals, job readiness traini…

Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:00pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Urban League of Greater Hartford

Promotes racial equity through programs in adult education, youth development, workforce development and training, economic empowerment, and health and wellness. Serves over 3,000 individuals and fami…

Mon-Fri business hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

CT State Community College - Workforce Development

CT State Community College

Short-term licensure and certificate training programs for individuals re-entering the workforce or acquiring new skills. Affordable tuition with financial aid available.

Mon-Fri, call for specific hours

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Hartford American Job Center

Capital Workforce Partners / CT Department of Labor

Free career services including job search assistance, resume writing, interview preparation, skills training, and employer connections. Part of the statewide American Job Center network.

Also at Hartford Public Library (500 Main St): Tue & Thu 10am-3pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

YWCA Hartford Region - Programs & Services

YWCA Hartford Region

Multi-service nonprofit providing early childhood education (Early Learning Centers), financial literacy programs, VITA free tax preparation, career training for youth, and advocacy. Hosts annual Deni…

Early Learning Centers: Mon-Fri 7:00am-5:30pm; office hours vary

Before you go: Bring the child's birth date, parent or guardian ID, income information, and any Care 4 Kids paperwork.

Capital Workforce Partners

Regional Workforce Development Board for North Central Connecticut. Connects job seekers with training and career opportunities. Coordinates youth employment programs and employer partnerships.

Mon-Fri 8:30am-5pm

Before you go: Bring photo ID, work history, resume if you have one, and any benefit or referral paperwork.

Community Renewal Team (CRT) - Multi-Service Agency

Community Renewal Team

Connecticut's largest community action agency providing comprehensive human services including housing, emergency shelters, food assistance, energy assistance, weatherization, childcare, youth employm…

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm. Family Service Centers: Mon-Fri 8am-7pm, Sat 9am-12pm.

Before you go: CRT runs many programs under one roof, each with its own rules. Call first (Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm) so they can point you to the right one before you go.