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In 2003, the Health Improvement Alliance (HIA) was formed to help address the health needs of the Greater Bridgeport community, which includes the seven towns of Bridgeport, Easton, Fairfield, Milford, Monroe, Stratford, and Trumbull.

Local Resources (Updated 10/06/2023)

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New Resource & Event Announcements

Local Provider Guide:

Health Improvement Alliance has released an updated guide highlighting primary care providers and health services in the Bridgeport community. This guide also focuses on resources for those who are uninsured or underinsured. Click here

HUSKY A & B Eligibility Change:

As of January 1, 2023, children ages 0-12 who live in income-eligible households will qualify for HUSKY A or HUSKY B regardless of immigration status. Click here to read more about this change and how to apply.

Mental Health Documentary Screening:

As part of Hispanic Heritage Month Celebrations, members of the public and colleagues are invited to participate in a special viewing of two documentaries on mental health in the Hispanic community. This event will include a panel of subject matter experts for a Q&A session as well. See more details here.

Senior Healthy Living Expo:

Stratford Health Department will be holding their 2nd Annual Art of Aging Healthy Living Expo at The Baldwin Center, on Friday, October 20 from 10 AM to 12 PM. Click here for more information.

Hartford HealthCare Medical Mission:

St. Vincent’s Medical Center will hold its 9th annual Medical Mission on Saturday November 4, at Cesar Batalla School in Bridgeport. Medical exams, vaccinations, numerous screenings, foot washing and other services will be offered. More details here.

Food Assistance Resources

Stratford Food Resources Calendar:

Click here for a calendar of food access opportunities taking place in and around Stratford. Click here for upcoming 2023 dates for Stratford’s bi-weekly mobile food pantry, held every other Monday at Holy Name of Jesus Church

Local Food Distributions:

In partnership with CT Foodshare, multiple sites are distributing food biweekly across the region. Please refer to CT Foodshare’s Web Page for all details. You can also text FOODSHARE to 85511 – click here for more information.

Bridgeport Food Assistance Resources:

Click here for a calendar of verified food pantries and other food resources in and around Bridgeport and click here for a handout that features information on food pantries, soup kitchens, farmers markets and other food assistance resources in Bridgeport.

Milford Food Resources Directory:

Click here for an easy-to-read guide of available food resources in the City of Milford.

Bridgeport:

An open access community refrigerator and pantry that is open 24/7, located at Kingdom Builders Impact Ministries, 219 James Street in Bridgeport. Click here for more details.