Career Opportunities Reports, Publications, RFP/RFQ Maps Civil Rights Career Opportunities Member's Login There are no open opportunities at this time. Strategic Advisor - Municipal Solid Waste & Recycling (posted 2/3/2026) - The Northwest Hills Council of Governments (NHCOG) is the coordinating body for the Chief Elected Officials of twenty-one (21) municipalities in the northwest corner of Connecticut. NHCOG provides support to its member municipalities across many disciplines of municipal planning, administration, and government. With the closure of Materials Innovation and Recycling Authority (MIRA), the NHCOG has taken a lead role in identifying and securing opportunities to secure long-term, sustainable options for the processing and disposal of MSW and Recycling material. In 2025, the Northwest Resource Recovery Authority (NRRA) was established for the purpose of sustainably managing municipal solid waste and recyclable materials. Its mission includes, but is not limited to, owning and operating one or more waste management facilities and providing for the management and disposal of solid waste and recyclables from municipalities that choose to become members of the Authority. NHCOG's role has shifted to supporting the development and sustainable operations of the NRRA. As such, the NHCOG secured $350,000 Sustainable Materials Management Grant awarded by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection (CT DEEP) to NHCOG. Grant funds will be used to secure consulting, legal, and design services to support the NRRA’s organizational and operational development. The NHCOG is now seeking to retain a Strategic Advisor to support the NRRA in developing sustainable operations and fostering strategic relationships with municipalities, legislators, and state agencies. This position will also play a key role in project and administrative management of a the Sustainable Materials Management Grant. View the full job posting here. There are no open opportunities at this time. Regional Planner - Housing & Downtown Specialist (posted 2/6/2026) - The Regional Planner supports regional and municipal planning initiatives with a primary focus on housing policy, land use, zoning, and the planning, revitalization, and management of village centers, downtowns, and mixed-use districts. The position assists member municipalities in advancing housing choice, economic vitality, and place-based development consistent with Connecticut General Statutes, regional plans, and state policy guidance. The Regional Planner works collaboratively with municipalities, regional partners, and state agencies to support statutory planning requirements, data-driven decision-making, and coordinated approaches to housing and municipal center development. The position emphasizes planning, technical assistance, policy analysis, and public engagement. View the full job posting here.

Northwest Hills Council of Governments is the regional planning organization for twenty-one member towns in Connecticut's northwest corner. In the absence of county government, our organization serves as the convener of the 21 Chief Elected Officials to address shared interests and issues. Reports, Publications, RFP/RFQ Maps Civil Rights Career Opportunities Member's Login Barkhamsted | Burlington | Canaan/Falls Village | Colebrook | Cornwall | Goshen | Hartland | Harwinton | Kent | Litchfield | Morris | New Hartford | Norfolk | North Canaan | Roxbury | Salisbury | Sharon | Torrington | Warren | Washington | Winchester Northwest Hills Council of Governments Regional Planning Organization of Northwest Connecticut NHCOG is Hiring! Posted February 3rd, 2026 - Strategic Advisor - Municipal Solid Waste & Recycling - The NHCOG is now seeking to retain a Strategic Advisor to support the NRRA in developing sustainable operations and fostering strategic relationships with municipalities, legislators, and state agencies. This position will also play a key role in project and administrative management of the Sustainable Materials Management Grant. Click here to view the full solicitation and job description. "Things to do and places to go!" Upcoming Events Explore Stay in the Loop Go Go Go Our Mission. NHCOG’s mission is to make Northwest Connecticut a better place to live, do business, and visit by providing a forum for local officials to discuss issues of inter-municipal concern, promote regional cooperation, and direct various regional initiatives to enhance government planning, efficiency, and service delivery. Established under Sections 4-124i of the Connecticut General Statutes, NHCOG began its work on January 1, 2014. It is the product of the consolidation of two former regional planning organizations - the Litchfield Hills Council of Elected Officials and the Northwestern Connecticut Council of Governments. The COG prepares a regional transportation plan , and a regional growth plan and is also involved in planning for housing , economic development , emergency management, and natural hazard mitigation. Learn more about What We Do. 21 Towns 786.6 Square Miles 114,101 Residents We Support Projects That Add Value to Our Region Reports & Publications

Transportation Planning The Northwest Hills Council of Governments assists in developing and administering comprehensive transportation planning activities with local government and regional stakeholders according to federal, state, and local regulations. This collaboration facilitates the development of strategies that generate applicable infrastructure, transit services, and capital procurements that address the economic and environmental impacts of the Northwest Hills region. Resilience Improvement Plan The NVCOG , CRCOG , NECCOG , and NHCOG received $1.2 million under the USDOT PROTECT Program to enhance transportation resilience across their respective regions in Connecticut. The funding will be used to assess and determine the vulnerability and risks to locally owned transportation infrastructure and services from current and future major natural events. View more information about the plan here. Recent Publications & Notices: Non-Metropolitan Planning Process_2026 FINAL.pdf 60 Day Public Notice: Draft 2027-2030 STIP Public Involvement Brochure 03.17.2026.pdf STIP Brochure: Rural Independent Transportation System (RITS) What is RITS? The RITS Program provides rides to non-emergency medical appointments for the elderly and disabled living in the NHCOG region. Who provides the services? Depending on what town you live in, Geer, Northwestern CT Transit District, or Sullivan Senior Center will provide transportation with handicapped-accessible mini-vans. Where can I go? Transportation can be provided to any health or mental healthcare professional in Connecticut. How much does it cost? NHCOG funds the program and there is no cost to the user. Donations are accepted and greatly appreciated. How do I use it? Call your designated provider and arrange for your ride as soon as you schedule your medical appointment. Calls should be made at least 48 hours in advance. Provider Phone Numbers: Geer Village: (860) 824-7067 Northwest CT Transit District: (860) 489-2535 Sullivan Senior Center: (860) 489-2580 State Matching Grant Program for Demand Responsive Transportation – This is an annual program to support elderly and disabled transportation. This grant program from CT DOT provides an operating subsidy for Geer Village with a formula population allocation and 50 percent match for the towns of Canaan (Falls Village). Cornwall, North Canaan, Sharon and Salisbury. Northwestern CT Transit District is the provider for the towns of Burlington, Colebrook, Goshen, Hartland, Kent, Litchfield, Morris, New Hartford, Norfolk, Roxbury, and Washington. Click here for additional program information. Road Supervisors Meeting - The Northwest Hills regional road supervisors meet on a quarterly basis to discuss important issues such as equipment or material purchasing, road maintenance, safety concerns and other related public works topics. Local Transportation Capital Improvement Program (LOTCIP) – The purpose of this program is to provide State funding to urbanized municipalities in lieu of Federal funds. NHCOG receives approx. $1 million/year for five qualifying towns (Burlington, Litchfield, Winchester, Torrington, and Harwinton). Click here for additional program information. Transportation Rural Improvement Program (TRIPS) - The Connecticut Department of Transportation will again be accepting application for the Transportation Rural Improvement Grant Program (TRIP) to fund municipal construction projects. This is the second time CTDOT has solicitated applications for this program to date. The TRIP is an infrastructure improvement program that provides construction funding for local capital improvement initiatives to improve the transportation infrastructure in rural communities. Projects funded through the TRIP will allow rural municipalities to perform small to medium scale capital improvements to address safety and accessibility primarily for a wide range of project types. Grants will be awarded on a competitive basis and will range between $300,000 and $2,000,000. Applications are expected to be available Friday, November 1, 2024, with an application submission deadline of 4:00 p.m. on Friday, February 7, 2025. Applications must be submitted to CTDOT through the municipalities respective Council of Government. Each eligible municipality may submit only one application. To be considered for this solicitation, Municipalities that were previously awarded a grant under this program must have submitted, and received an approval of, their final project design submission package by the application deadline. You can find further program information, guidelines, and the application from CT DOT, here . Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) – Four-year planning document reflecting first 3 years of CT Department of Transportation Capital Plan. The STIP provides a statewide list of all federally funded highway and public transit projects. Click here for program information and statewide project listings. Regional Trails Connectivity Assessment and Interactive Online Map - The Regional Trails Maps and Connectivity Assessment are now available for review! This project included a variety of products, carefully created by our consultant, Housatonic Valley Association. Check out the Housatonic Valley Association's Regional Trails page for more information. Regional Transportation Safety Plan (2019) - In 2017 the Connecticut Department of Transportation published the Connecticut Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) to guide the State in reducing fatalities and serious injuries along CT roadways. The Northwest Hills Regional Transportation Safety Plan in congruence with the SHSP, serves as a road map and strategy to help the region and all twenty-one municipalities collaborate with the State to reach the same objective of reducing fatalities and injuries, increasing safety awareness and allowing the Towns and region to focus on their unique safety issues. Click here to view the Plan. Regional Transportation Plan (2016) - The Northwest Hills Council of Governments developed a new Regional Transportation Plan (RTP) to guide future transportation decisions in the 21-town region. The RTP recommends a list of projects and priorities for travel improvements throughout the region. It considers all means of travel including automobile, transit, walking, and bicycle. In addition to input from municipalities in the region, the vision and priorities were shaped by a program of stakeholder input, such as several public forums and an online survey. Information reflects the unique conditions of the Northwest Hills Region. Click here to view the plan. Additional Transportation Resources & Maps Northwest Hills Council of Governments Region Map pdf Housatonic Railroad Map New England Heritage Bikeway Map Northwestern CT Transit District local bus service maps (Torrington, Winsted, Litchfield) Housatonic River Overlay Zone Maps Cornwall, CT Kent, CT New Milford, CT Sharon, CT Housatonic River Management Plan Maps Corridor Boundaries Land cover Cultural resources Natural resources Recreational resources Water resources Connecticut Department of Transportation Download a variety of maps on Title VI Demographic Mapping & Information, Traffic, Air Quality, District, Regional, and Urban Maps, and Town Roads Reports, Publications, RFP/RFQ Maps Civil Rights Career Opportunities Member's Login Community Connectivity Program – This program provides funding for roadway infrastructure improvements identified through Road Safety Audits or other planning initiatives. Click here for additional information. Active Transportation Microgrant – This is a CT Department of Transportation-sponsored program that NHCOG helps to coordinate to provide funding ($5,000 per award) for non-infrastructure grants that support safe bicycle and pedestrian mobility. The list of eligible items is as follows: Bicycle helmets Bicycle locks Bicycle fleets, including adaptive bikes Safety vests Bicycle maintenance training and materials League Cycling Instructors training Programs, events, and materials for bicycle and pedestrian safety education Click here for additional program information.

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Reports, Publications, RFP/RFQ Maps Civil Rights Career Opportunities Member's Login Reports, Publications, RFP/RFQ Request for Proposals: AI Driven Road and Asset Management Tool for the Northwest Hills Council of Governments Purpose / Background: The Northwest Hills Council of Governments (NHCOG) invites qualified vendors to submit proposals for an AI-driven road and asset management tool designed to help member municipalities save resources, optimize operations, and make data-driven decisions about roadway and infrastructure management. The goal of this initiative is to deploy a unified digital platform that provides objective, up-to-date condition data for roads and municipal assets, while offering intuitive tools for planning, maintenance, and budgeting. The project seeks to: · Enhance decision-making through accurate, real-time road condition data. · Improve resource allocation and maintenance scheduling. · Enable long-term capital planning and budgeting. · Foster collaboration among public works teams across NHCOG towns. · Reduce costs through automation and proactive asset management. Please view the full RFP here. RFP Addendum #1 (01/05/2026) Proposals are due by 11:00 AM on January 20th, 2026 and should be submitted electronically to Erik Shortell, Director of Transportation - EShortell@nhcogct.gov REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) / Request For Qualifications (RFQ) Bus Stop Placement and Amenities Study Purpose / Background: The Northwest Hills Council of Governments (NHCOG) is seeking proposals from qualified firms to conduct a Bus Stop Placement & Amenities Study for the Northwest Connecticut Transit District (NWCTD) fixed routes. NWCTD currently has 4 fixed routes that traverse between the City of Torrington and the Town of Winsted. The selected consultant will assess existing bus stops, identify opportunities for improvements and new stop locations, and recommend strategies to enhance accessibility, visibility, and rider comfort. This project builds upon NHCOG’s recently completed Transit Analysis Study, which identified the need for improved bus stop infrastructure as a top regional transit priority. Objectives: The Bus Stop Placement & Amenities Study will - Create an inventory of all existing bus stops and their amenities that can be used by both riders and as a planning tool for the District. Evaluate the condition and visibility of current stops and shelters. Identify opportunities for upgrades, relocations, or new stop locations. Recommend appropriate infrastructure improvements, including shelters, benches, paved waiting areas, and signage. Gather input from riders, service providers, and community partners. Please view the full RFP here. Proposals are due no later than 11:00 AM January 20, 2026. REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS AND PROPOSALS (RFQ/RFP) Northwest Hills Council of Governments (NHCOG) Brownfield Area Revitalization (BAR) Planning Grant Revitalization Along the Mad River – Winsted, Connecticut Purpose / Background: The Northwest Hills Council of Governments (NHCOG) is soliciting Qualifications and Proposals (RFQ/RFP) from experienced and multidisciplinary consulting teams to prepare the Revitalization Along the Mad River Study in Winsted, Connecticut. This project is funded through a Connecticut Department of Economic and Community Development (DECD) Brownfield Area Revitalization (BAR) Planning Grant and will develop a comprehensive redevelopment strategy for the designated project area, as delineated in Appendix A: BAR Program Planning Area Map. The purpose of this study is to create an actionable, long-term revitalization and investment framework that guides both public and private redevelopment efforts. The plan should identify opportunities to stimulate new economic growth, encourage private investment, support environmental restoration and remediation, and align redevelopment activities with the Town of Winchester’s long-term vision while protecting environmentally sensitive areas. The NHCOG seeks a qualified, multidisciplinary consultant team with demonstrated experience and capacity in the following areas: Planning and Urban Design, Civil and Structural Engineering, Environmental Assessment and Analysis, and Market and Economic Research The selected consultant or consulting team will be responsible for preparing a feasible, phased, and implementable redevelopment plan that achieves the objectives outlined in Section IV – Scope of Work. Please view the full RFP here. RFP Addendum #1 (1/15/2026) Pin Factory Lofts, Progress Report Proposals are due by 11:00 AM on January 23, 2026. Request for Qualifications and Proposals Northwest Hills Council of Governments Naugatuck River Greenway – Bogue Road (Harwinton) to Thomaston Road Park & Ride (Litchfield) Purpose / Background: The Northwest Hills Council of Governments (NHCOG) is seeking a firm or team of consultants to perform planning and design activities related to the Harwinton section of the Naugatuck River Greenway (NRG) from Bogue Road (Harwinton) toThomaston Road Park & Ride (Litchfield). This trail section in this study stretches along approximately one mile of the Naugatuck River from Bogue Road north to the park and ride lot on Thomaston Road just north of Route 118. The trail in this section will pick up where the Torrington NRG is currently planned to terminate at Bogue Road between the driveway to the Torrington WPCA and the Naugatuck River. The firm or team of consultants must demonstrate they have the capability and capacity to work closely with the NHCOG to determine the most cost effective and feasible route for the Harwinton section NRG, update the routing study, and prepare design plans for updates to the trail. The scope of work in this document is intended to provide NHCOG, or Municipalities, with the ability to be prepared to make viable applications for future funding opportunities for construction for this section of the NRG. Please view the full RFP here. Addendum #1 (posted 2/23/2026) Due to Blizzard Calvin, the RFP deadline has been extended to Noon on Monday, March 9, 2026. Proposals can be left with the attendant at the front desk of the EdAdvance building. 2025 Transit Analysis Study This Market Analysis of Need and Proposed Transit Options Memorandum, undertaken by the Northwest Hills Council of Governments (NHCOG), is the second part of the agency’s broader effort to undertake a Transit Analysis Study (“the Study”). The Study will offer recommendations to improve transit service in the region to better meet the needs of residents, workers, and visitors. This Memorandum identifies: • Transportation providers as well as the routes and services they operate; • Ridership trends; • Operational deficiencies; • Existing operational funding sources; and • Recommendations to improve transit service that will accommodate a growing older adult population and workforce travel demands in the region. The long-term goal of the Study is to inform and support NHCOG in the development of a coordinated and centralized transportation network. This Memorandum summarizes a market analysis of the communities in the NHCOG service area, focusing on older adults, people with disabilities, and people living below the poverty level. The resulting trends in regional demographics are compared to travel patterns, the locations of major activity centers, and existing transportation services to identify gaps and applicable service options. Further, the Memorandum includes a performance analysis for the two main providers in the region, Northwest Connecticut Transit District (NWCTD) and CTtransit. The Memorandum culminates in a menu of transit options for consideration by regional stakeholders. Reports & Publications 24-29 NWCT Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) 24-25 NHCOG Transportation Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) 2024 NHCOG Transit Analysis Study Request for Proposals 25-28 CT DOT Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP) 24-25 STIP Project List (DRAFT) 2024 Bridge Project List Historical Reports & Publications 2021 Northwest Connecticut Housing Report - April 2021 2020 Northwest Connecticut Meeting Broadband Needs - June 2020 2020 NHCOG Demographic Data - February 2020 2019 NHCOG Transportation Safety Plan 2018 Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) - April 2018 2018 Affordable Housing Inventory - May 2018 2017 Regional Plan of Conservation and Development - October 2017 2016 Northwest CT Executive Summary (Redacted Version) - April 2016 2016 NHCOG Regional Transportation Plan - October 2016 2016 Litchfield Hills Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan - August 2016 2014 Town of Sharon Hazard Mitigation Plan - December 2014 2014 Town of Salisbury Hazard Mitigation Plan - December 2014 2014 Town of Roxbury Hazard Mitigation Plan - December 2014 2014 Town of North Canaan Hazard Mitigation Plan - December 2014 2014 Town of Kent Hazard Mitigation Plan - December 2014 2014 Town of Cornwall Hazard Mitigation Plan - December 2014 2014 Town of Canaan/Falls Village Hazard Mitigation Plan - December 2014 2014 Northwest Connecticut Population & Economic Trends - October 2014 2014 Center for Land Use Education & Research Roles and Responsibilities - March 2014 2009 Northwest CT Council of Governments Plan of Conservation & Development - January 2009 2009 Litchfield Hills Regional Plan of Conservation & Development - October 2009 2006 Housatonic River Management Plan - September 2006 2002 Parking Study Final Report, Phase 1 - August 2002

Health, human service, and housing information for the Northwest Hills region. Health, Human Services & Housing Social Service Contacts Burlington Social Services Canaan/Falls Village Social Services Cornwall Social Services Goshen Social Services Hartland Social Services Harwinton Social Services Kent Social Services Litchfield Social Services Morris Social Services New Hartford Social Services Norfolk Social Services North Canaan Social Services Roxbury Social Services Salisbury Family Services Sharon Social Services Warren Social Services Winchester Social Services Click Link for Contact Information: Senior Center Contacts Click Link for Contact Information: *Please note that some Senior Centers share space and staff with other town departments. Barkhamsted Senior Center Burlington Senior Center Canaan/Falls Village Senior Center Colebrook Senior Center Cornwall Senior Center Goshen Community Care Hartland Senior Center Harwinton Senior Center Kent Senior Center Litchfield Parks & Recreation Morris Senior Center New Hartford Senior Center North Canaan Social Services Roxbury Senior Center Salisbury Senior Center Sharon Parks & Recreation Warren Senior Center Washington Senior Center Winchester Senior Center Housing Information Northwest Connecticut Housing Association Litchfield County Center for Housing Opportunity Litchfield County Area Rental Housing Interest List CT Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) Northwest Hills Community Health Network of Connecticut The purpose of the Northwest Hills Community Health Network of CT (NHCHN-CT) is to increase access to adolescent behavioral health services and to encourage widespread implementation of mental health screening in schools. Network partners use shared messaging and provide training that highlights the important mediating effects that PCEs (Positive Childhood Experiences) have on ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences). Initiative: The NHCHN-CT serves adolescents ages 12 through 18 who are either in need of services related to behavioral health or who are at risk of experiencing behavioral health concerns due to various social determinants of health (SDOH) and exposure to toxic stress (ACEs). To address the elevated need for youth behavioral health services, network partners’ clinical teams conduct ACES and SDOH screening to identify and respond to trauma and toxic stress proactively. In addition, the NHCHN-CT partners with EdAdvance (the Regional Education Service Center) to provide Trauma-Informed Care and Strength-Based Approaches training and continuing education units (CEUs) for school Social Workers, counselors, and other school staff. Our Clinical Partners - Greenwoods Counseling & Referrals, Inc. , a non-profit mental health provider, will leverage its existing school-based mental health programs to provide outreach and trauma screening. Through this screening process, the clinician will coordinate referrals for youth in need of mental health or substance use disorder services, as well as refer to other services relating to social determinants of health (i.e. food access, transportation, social activities, etc). The clinician will monitor and track referrals to ensure referral loop closures when youth are referred to services. Community Health and Wellness Center of Greater Torrington (CHWC) , a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) offering school-based mental health services, will conduct outreach and trauma screening in the schools they serve, as well as provide access to adolescent psychiatric medication management. CHWC will also provide Continuing Education Units and mental health training events open to all providers in the region. McCall Behavioral Health Network will provide access to their adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program, in which teens with substance use and/or mental health issues attend the program three afternoons a week for up to three hours each day. The evidence-based curriculum addresses substance use disorders, mental health, and trauma, including toxicology screens and contingency management. A psychiatrist and psychiatric nurse practitioner are available to consult with teens and their guardians to prescribe psychiatric medication, as needed. A combination of counseling and medication can help individuals make positive changes and experience long-term success. McCall will also provide Question, Prevent, Refer (QPR) training opportunities for the community and local Emergency Responders. McCall will conduct trauma and Social Determinants of Health screenings and make referrals for ongoing support and care. Other Partners: EdAdvance , our local Regional Education Service Center, will serve as a collaborative partner and leverage the expertise of our clinical partners to provide training and peer support opportunities for school staff who work with students experiencing behavioral health needs. Torrington Youth Service Bureau (TYSB) , a local youth-services program under the Northwest YMCA, will assist with identifying groups of adolescents to participate in strength-based approach outdoor excursions in partnership with Outside Perspectives. Outside Perspectives (OP ) , a local youth-serving non-profit, leverages the natural landscape of rural CT to deliver structured, trauma-informed outdoor experiences for adolescents. Through activities such as hiking, ropes courses, rock climbing, canoeing and camping, OP supports youth in developing resilience, coping strategies, and strengthening trust and communication skills. Check out the TYSB and OP partnership page to learn more! The Northwest Hills Community Health Network of Connecticut welcomes inquiries from organizations interested in learning more about our work and collaborative efforts. This project is made possible through financial support from the Health Resources and Services Administration’s Rural Health Network Development grant program [HRSA-23-030]. Regional Human Services Resource Map Regional Opioid Response Fund On July 1st, 2023, nine towns in our region executed a Memorandum of Understanding to contribute their National Opioid Settlement Funds to the Regional Opioid Response Fund (RORF) organized under the auspices of the Northwest Hills Council of Governments. The RORF is an innovative model that solves the challenges our small towns face in making a significant impact on local opioid prevention and treatment. The RORF aims to continue reducing the community and fiscal impacts of substance use, as well as the administrative burden on town staff when receiving these settlement funds. Our collective efforts have garnered noteworthy support from DMHAS Commissioner Nancy Navarretta (as reported in an article from the CT Examiner) and have been further recognized as a “model” in the media by the CT Mirror and WSHU Public Radio. Learn more about the Regional Opioid Response Fund. Weekly E-Newsletter Are you a provider in the region looking to stay up to date on current human services events, trainings, seasonal benefit programs and more? To subscribe to the weekly newsletter, click here . To view past issues of the newsletter, click here . Additional Regional Resources The Task Force organizes its work around four essential goals: improving access to care, enhancing collaboration and data sharing between and amongst service providers, addressing addiction in the community, and sharing information and resources about addiction, prevention, harm reduction, and treatment. Wellmore’s Urgent Crisis Center (UCC) is a new, outpatient level of care that provides walk-in care (no appointment necessary) for youth who are experiencing a mental health or behavioral crisis. If your child is in immediate danger of hurting themselves or others, this is an emergency - please call 911! We focus our work on a broad range of civil legal issues including —housing, family, public benefits, elder, children, and immigration. Our advocates work hard to ensure that we are addressing the most pressing legal needs of our clients and are ready to respond to any new issues that may arise within the most vulnerable populations in our community. The Connecticut Department of Social Services oversees and administers a wide variety of assistance programs to low-income families & individuals. These programs include Food Stamps, Medicaid, Temporary Family Assistance, Care4Kids, Medicare Savings Programs, CT Home Care Program for Elders, and many more. New Opportunities, Inc. is the community action agency serving Waterbury, Meriden, Torrington and 27 surrounding Connecticut towns. We offer a variety of social service programs designed to eliminate poverty and assist people in need. The mission of the Community Action Agency of Western Connecticut is to provide social services to low-income individuals living in western Connecticut in order to stabilize and improve their lives. The WCAAA is a resource for information and referral to services and serves as a strong advocate for older adults and those with disabilities in our 21-town region. 211 is a free, confidential information and referral service that connects people to essential health and human services 24 hours a day, seven days a week online and over the phone. Western Connecticut Coalition's mission is to promote the behavioral health continuum of care, and to enhance the quality of life at every stage. WCTC supports the Local Prevention Councils that serve each town in the region. Reports, Publications, RFP/RFQ Maps Civil Rights Career Opportunities Member's Login

Reports, Publications, RFP/RFQ Maps Civil Rights Career Opportunities Member's Login Regional Opioid Response Fund About the RORF On July 1st, 2023, nine towns in our region executed a Memorandum of Understanding to contribute their National Opioid Settlement Funds to the newly established Regional Opioid Response Fund (RORF), organized under the auspices of the Northwest Hills Council of Governments. The RORF is an innovative model that addresses the challenges our small towns face when attempting to have a positive impact on local opioid prevention and treatment. The RORF aims to continue reducing the community and economic impacts of substance use, as well as the administrative burden on town staff when receiving these settlement funds. Our collective efforts have garnered noteworthy support from DMHAS Commissioner Nancy Navarretta ( as reported in an article from the CT Examiner ) and have been further recognized as a “model” in the media by the CT Mirror and WSHU Public Radio . Our mission is to support, develop and implement initiatives tailored to our rural communities that will reduce substance use and associated stigma. Participating Towns as of July 1st, 2025: Barkhamsted, Canaan (Falls Village), Colebrook, Cornwall, Hartland, Kent, Litchfield, Morris, New Hartford, Norfolk, Warren & Washington. Harm Reduction What is Harm Reduction? “Harm reduction is a set of practical strategies and ideas aimed at reducing negative consequences associated with drug use. – National Harm Reduction Coalition Resources: Litchfield County Opiate Task Force - Harm Reduction Rover Sites and Naloxone Distribution Map & Locator Request FREE naloxone Syringe Service Programs (SSP) - SSPs are community-based prevention programs that can provide a range of services, including treatment and access to/disposal of sterile syringes. Find a location. Never Use Alone Hotline - Never Use Alone is the US National Overdose Response line that people can call when they’re using by themselves, with no one to call for help. One of the volunteer operators will take your location information and alert EMS to that location if you stop responding after using. Learn more , or call 1-877-696-1996 For First Responders - Please contact NHCOG if you would like to receive training and Leave Behind Kits , or if you would like more information about how we can support and better prepare you for responding to suspected overdoses. Treatment National Resources - Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration's National Helpline - Free, confidential, 24/7 treatment referral and information services - Learn more or call 1-800-662-4357 FindTreament.gov Local Resources: Apex Community Care Bristol Hospital Counseling Center Catholic Charities Inc. Charlotte Hungerford Hospital CT Junior Republic Drug Free CT Family and Children's Aid Greenwoods Counseling & Referrals Inc. High Watch Recovery Center MCCA McCall Behavioral Health Network Mountainside Treatment Center New Milford Hospital Behavioral Health Newport Academy Root Center for Advanced Recovery Wellspring Foundation Support Better Addiction Care Connecticut Region of Narcotics Anonymous Local meeting list (PDF) McCall Behavioral Health Network Recovering Together (for families and friends of those struggling with substance use) High Watch Recovery Virtual AA Meetings Sober.com - Find AA meetings in CT Virtual Narcotics Anonymous Meetings Western CT Coalition Recovery Friendly Workplace Recovery Friendly Community FAQ: What is the Good Samaritan Law? The Good Samaritan Law protects people who call 911 seeking emergency medical services for an overdose from arrest for possession of drugs/paraphernalia. It does not protect someone from other charges or stop the police from serving a search or arrest warrant if that was already in process. Learn more. What is Fentanyl? Fentanyl is a powerful synthetic opioid analgesic that is similar to morphine, but is 50 to 100 times more potent. It is a Schedule II prescription medication, and it is typically used to treat patients with severe pain or to manage pain after surgery. FACT: Naloxone is an effective medication to reverse a fentanyl overdose. FACT: You cannot overdose just by touching powdered fentanyl ; fentanyl must be introduced to the bloodstream or mucus membrane to cause a response. Therefore, never touch your eyes, nose, or mouth if you have come in contact with the substance . What is naloxone? Naloxone, also known by the brand name Narcan, is a safe and effective medication that can reverse the harmful effects of opioid overdose. FACT: Naloxone will NOT harm someone if it is administered to someone who is NOT overdosing, and is safe for all ages from infants to older adults. Learn more. What is Xylazine? Xylazine is an animal tranquilizer that is not approved for human consumption by the FDA, and is sometimes referred to as "Tranq". Xylazine is often used as an additive in other illegal substances to prolong the intoxicating effects. People who use xylazine may be at increased risk of developing wounds, even in places where they do not inject. FACT: Xylazine is NOT an opioid and will NOT respond to naloxone. FACT: Even though xylazine does not respond to naloxone, one should still administer naloxone in the case of any suspected overdose and always monitor the person's breathing. What is naloxone? Naloxone, also known by the brand name Narcan, is a safe and effective medication that can reverse the harmful effects of opioid overdose. FACT: Naloxone will NOT harm someone if it is administered to someone who is NOT overdosing, and is safe for all ages from infants to older adults. Learn more. What is Xylazine? Xylazine is an animal tranquilizer that is not approved for human consumption by the FDA, and is sometimes referred to as "Tranq". Xylazine is often used as an additive in other illegal substances to prolong the intoxicating effects. People who use xylazine may be at increased risk of developing wounds, even in places where they do not inject. FACT: Xylazine is NOT an opioid and will NOT respond to naloxone. FACT: Even though xylazine does not respond to naloxone, one should still administer naloxone in the case of any suspected overdose and always monitor the person's breathing. Looking to dispose of unused medications? View Drop Box Locations Rural Anti-Stigma Campaign

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Reports, Publications, RFP/RFQ Maps Civil Rights Career Opportunities Member's Login COLLAGE TEMPLATE The Northwest Hills Council of Governments serves its member towns by coordinating and administering programs and projects of regional interest. From equipment sharing to regional Household Hazardous Waste Days, these COG services help to save our member towns money by sharing the cost of the service regionally rather than each town taking on the full cost themselves. Some of these services are: • Public Works Equipment Cooperative • Regional Household Hazardous Waste Days coordination • Regional Cooperative Purchasing Program • Staff support for the Housatonic River Commission and for municipal human service providers Please contact us for more information on these regional services or projects. Regional Household Hazardous Waste days are coordinated through NHCOG and allow residents of member towns to discard of their hazardous waste at a centralized location and at no cost to them. Regional Household Hazardous Waste This service allows our 21 member towns to share the use of public works equipment as needed, avoiding costly purchases for machinery that is not used regularly. Public Works Equipment Cooperative This program is provided in partnership with the Capitol Region Council of Governments (CRCOG). It allows NHCOG member towns to purchase materials in bulk in tandem with CRCOG member towns to achieve economies of scale. Regional Cooperative Purchasing Program