Resources of Support
- Feb 5
- 2 min read
Could a grant help you during your transition to paid work? If you are unemployed, you may qualify for a grant from Everyday Resources. See more regarding USA Grants. Go to Application.
Caregivers need resources to transition
Many of us have a demanding caregiving journey. It can be isolating and lead to burnout. There are support for such situations. The United Way has a way to get started with such support. Caregiver Resources | United Way 211
For many caregivers seeking to return-to-work face logistical barriers. United Way of Central and Northeastern CT has a new program that may support on that front: 860Rides is designed to expand opportunity by supporting young adults with reliable transportation. While this service focuses on youth, many Moms would be able to return to work earlier if there were transportation support for their kids to access their career, education and leadership opportunities. Search 860Rides to learn more.
Meet A.L.I.C.E.
ALICE is an acronym for Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed, and represents the growing number of families who are unable to afford the basics of housing, child care, food, transportation, health care, and technology. These workers often struggle to keep their own households from financial ruin, while keeping our local communities running.
Across the nation, working women face increased financial pressure leading them to financial insecurity. See the data here.
In 2023, according to the Federal Poverty Level (FPL), 11% of Connecticut households were financially insecure. Yet this measure failed to account for an additional 29% of households that were also experiencing financial hardship. These households are ALICE: Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed — with income above the FPL, but not enough to afford basic expenses in the planning region where they live.
Between ALICE households and those living in poverty, an estimated 40% of households in Connecticut were below the ALICE Threshold in 2023. Households below the Threshold are forced to make impossible choices — like deciding whether to pay for utilities or a car repair, whether to buy food or fill a prescription.
The United Way works on multiple fronts from data collection, or funding local resources, to lobbying policy changes to impact those in the ALICE category. There are some direct and practical ways those in the A.L.I.C.E. category can benefit today, for example:
free wifi or computer access
energy or medical cost relief
one-on-one consultation through 2-1-1 Connecticut
Reach out to 211 by phone to see how your needs align with their support. The state funded info line serves those in need.
