JEFFERSON COUNTY INDIGENT BURIAL ASSISTANCE | JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
250 Arsenal Street, Watertown, NY 13601
Eligibility
Residents whose family member has died and do not have sufficient resources to pay for a burial or cremation
Hours
Administrative hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 5 PM
July - August: Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4 PM
(315) 785-3317
Voice
Application process
Call for information and services
Fees
None
Service area
Jefferson County, New York
Provides financial assistance for Jefferson County residents who have died without sufficient resources for a burial or cremation and whose familiy is unable to assume responsibilty for paying all of the expenses.
Last assured
12/26/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
JEFFERSON COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
Provides basic income maintenance programs and social services to residents of Jefferson County, including Temporary Assistance, Rent Payment Assistance, SNAP, and other financial assistance.