The Community Connections Centers

CT Paid Leave Webinar Details

Connecticut Paid Leave Authority invites you to attend a webinar to learn about the clear and practical overview of the program including eligibility, benefits, application processes, and more. Our goal is to help workers understand their rights and available benefits, while providing employers guidance in navigating the process on their end, and providing you with resources to better serve your communities.
Date: Wednesday, May 27th
Time: 6:30PM
Location: Here is the link to register:
https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2hDgcUGcSOCnMLWDNxMFVg?_gl=1*1uwvf69*_gcl_au*MTg2OTg5NDI3NC4xNzc2NzkwMTcyLjEyNDkzMjQxNzEuMTc3Njc5MDE3My4xNzc2NzkwMTcz*_ga*MTEyODg2MDgzNS4xNzc2NzkwMTcy*_ga_L8TBF28DDX*czE3Nzc1NzczMzkkbzgkZzEkdDE3Nzc1NzczNDQkajU1JGwwJGgw#/registration
A Zoom link will then be sent to you upon registration.

Milford Early Start CT - Family Focus Group

Join us for an conversation focused on what matters most for your child's growth and development.

When : WEDNESDAY MAY 27

Time : 5:30 PM

Location : Meadowside Elementary School, 80 Seemans Lane

• Childcare will be available for children ages 3+

• Light dinner will be served (family-friendly)

WE ARE INVITING MILFORD FAMILIES TO SHARE THEIR EXPERIENCES, IDEAS, AND PRIORITIES RELATED TO:

• YOUR CHILD’S LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT

• ACCESS TO PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

• COST AND AFFORDABILITY OF CHILD CARE

• HEALTH, WELLNESS, AND OVERALL WELL-BEING

This session is part of Milford’s Early Start CT Community Table initiative. What you share will directly inform our Local Needs Assessment and help shape a community action plan to better support young children and families.

Use this link to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1OAScLa1mGRx2GcsxsVh5dfYIaNKvW_7gz4zzUCyLfuc/viewform?edit_requested=true

VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance)- https://teaminc.org/income-tax-assistance/

Financial Assistance
Milford Senior Center
9 Jepson Drive
Milford, CT 06460

TEAM offers free tax preparation and filing through the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program. IRS-trained volunteers help taxpayers prepare basic tax return forms, where the primary source of income is from wages and salaries. The tax returns are filed electronically at no cost.

Eligibility Requirements

VITA offers free tax help to low- to moderate-income people (annual household income of $68,000 and below).

Please call 211 or go online to www.211ct.org to schedule an appointment at the Milford Senior Center or TEAM in Derby.

Greetings, MPS Families!

We are pleased to announce that Kindergarten Registration for the 2026-2027 school year is now open, on Monday, January 12, 2026. If you have a child who will be starting Kindergarten in the fall, registration information will be posted to the district website www.milforded.org. You must register your child for Kindergarten at the school determined by your street address, unless placed by Pupil Personnel Services. School/Street Assignments are available on the district website under “District Information.” https://www.milforded.org/page/school-and-street-assignment

Children born on or before September 1, 2021 are eligible to register for Kindergarten. If your child is not age-eligible (born September 2, 2021 through December 31, 2021), please use the online registration form to request a waiver.

Any current MPS Preschool or Ready To Learn (RTL) students will not need to complete an online registration form. However, we ask that you complete the Kindergarten Notification Form located in PowerSchool.

If you need assistance with the registration portal, please contact the main office of your district-assigned school. School contact information can be found on the district website under “Schools.”

We are excited for your children to join us! Fully registered families, please be on the lookout for more information from your school’s Principal about an in-person kindergarten event in the spring. In the meantime, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6rZLkTbXts8 for a sneak peek of what to expect in Kindergarten!

We look forward to welcoming the Class of 2039!

Makerspace Open House! Come by and check out their open house which is designed for elementary-aged children (grades K–7). Students will explore hands-on STEAM activities including engineering and building, 3D printing, and coding in a fun, supportive environment. Families are invited to drop in, explore the space, and learn more about their program.

FREE- Register for more information : https://www.makeinspires.com/darien-workshops
Location: 1897 Post Rd, Darien, CT 06820
Contact name: Alexander Rivera
Email address: darien@makeinspires.com
Dates: Jan. 8th -Jan. 14th
Times: 3pm -7pm

Milford Department of Human Services Adopt-a-Family Holiday Program. Join the Department of Human Services to help make holiday wishes come true for Milford Families in need!
INTERESTED IN BEING A DONOR?
Contact the Milford Department of Human Services no later than NOVEMBER 7, 2025
Sandra Morales Community Outreach Worker Email: smorales@milfordct.gov
Daniela Buri Kurtz Community Outreach Worker Email: dburikurtz@milfordct.gov
Phone: 203-783-3253

Milford Community Connection Center is offering a CIrcle Of Security Parenting Class starting on October 22nd on Wednesdays mornings from 11:30am -12:30pm . Use this link to register: https://forms.gle/LgVSwjp51w63XsSs9

The Milford Public Schools Family Resources Center located at Pumpkin Delight has openings in their Play & Learn Groups for parents and their young children. Contact the MFRC by phone 203-783-3626 or by email : MFRC@milforded.org or go to the MFRC website ; https://www.milforded.org/o/frc to learn more about their fun educational programs.

Next meeting - Housatonic River Job Network!

Thu, Aug 21, 2025 at 6:30 PM

Margaret S. Egan Center, 35 Mathews St, Milford, CT, 06460
An open group that meets twice a month, dedicated to those underemployed or in transition. The primary goal – to deliver GREAT information for all local job seekers!

Next Meeting:
Thursday – August 21st, 2025 @ 6:30pm
Guest Speaker:
Danny Thomas – Geospatial Specialist/Forester

Topic:

“A Success Story…Here’s a Local Job Seeker that Landed!”

Job search can often be a struggle, as frequent setbacks can leave job seekers discouraged and unable to sustain any momentum. Quite often, they can easily become frustrated while in job search…especially if the transition process takes longer than anticipated. Staying motivated can quickly become a serious challenge. Job seekers can also easily become stressed out, making the goal of landing a new role…a tougher hill to climb.

But quite often, the HRJN has several attendees – that land incredible new opportunities! Danny was a very frequent visitor to the group…that overcame a long bout of unemployment & a few personal challenges along the way, to land an incredible new position in Waterbury.

Coming back for 1 evening to deliver an incredible presentation, Danny will delve into his individual journey & explain the job search process that led to his new role! He will also take time to answer questions from the audience. Everyone will leave this meeting with a solid framework…which will help reduce the anxiety & frustration that can occur for job seekers during any transition period. All attendees will be able to hit the ground running immediately, so stop by for some great job search advice!

Questions? E-mail alexy56@hotmail.com for further information.