Erie County District Office - Catholic Charities of Buffalo
525 Washington St, Buffalo, NY 14203
Eligibility
Assessment is conducted by Intake Caseworker to identify emergency need. Clients referred by Erie County Department of Social Services must have a written referral.
Service Area: Erie County.
Hours
Monday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Tuesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Wednesday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Thursday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Friday 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Friday 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
(716) 842-1277
Fax·
Fax
(716) 856-4494
Voice·
Main Phone
(716) 856-0827
Fax·
Fax
(716) 218-1400
Voice·
Main Phone
Websitehttps://www.ccwny.org
Application process
Self-apply by phone, website, or walk-in; some services by appointment.
Clients need to bring in the following documentation for everyone in household: current picture ID, proof of address, proof of monthly income, and proof of monthly household expenses (if applying for utility assistance).
Fees
Free.
Service area
Erie County, NY
Services provided on a case-by-case basis after assessment. Emergency assistance may include information, advocacy, referrals, emergency food, personal care toiletries, diapers (through Every Bottom Covered), clothing, household items, prescription medications, budgeting assistance, and utility payment assistance (Neighbor for Neighbor Heat Fund and Care and Share; see separate listings on these programs).
Care Managers help families and their children achieve wellness goals by providing support and service navigation with various health and social care systems and other resources. Also provides a care management program centered around helping seniors access benefits, transportation, health care, and social services.
Workforce Education program available for clients ages 13 and older.
##Veteran##
Last assured
05/16/2025
Providing organization
Catholic Charities of Buffalo