Temporary Assistance - Dunkirk - Chautauqua County Department of Social Services
15 West Lucas Avenue, Dunkirk, 14048
Eligibility
Must meet income and resource guidelines; vary by program.
Service Area: Chautauqua County.
Hours
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm.
(716) 363-3500
Voice
(716) 753-4478
Voice
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.
Fees
Free
Service area
Chautauqua County, NY
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.
Last assured
10/06/2025
Providing organization
Chautauqua County - Department of Social Services