Temporary Assistance - Dunkirk - Chautauqua County Department of Social Services

Administers Temporary Assistance including Family Assistance, Safety Net Assistance, SNAP, and childcare assistance. An application for Temporary Assistance is an automatic application for Medical Assistance and SNAP benefits. May be able to assist with rent and mortgage payments, depending on the circumstances. Provides once-only or alternative assistance to applicants, who are low-income and without sufficient resources, in the form of diversion services. May include transportation and work related expense assistance.

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211 Western New York

Physical Address

15 West Lucas Avenue, Dunkirk, null 14048

Hours

Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.

Voice

(716) 363-3510

Kim Cofer, Sr. Social Welfare Examiner

Voice

(716) 363-3787

Ranee Culver, Sr. Social Welfare Examiner

Application process

Go online, walk in, or call to request an application and schedule an appointment. Must submit all required documents. Applicants with emergencies will receive priority scheduling.

Fee

Free

Eligibility

Must meet income and resource guidelines; vary by program. Service Area: Chautauqua County.

Service area

Chautauqua County, NY

Agency info

Chautauqua County - Department of Social Services