Administers the Urgent Rx Program. Uninsured patients are identified for vouchers for generic medicine from a formulary. Vouchers provided at the Ithaca Free ClinicVouchers are for acute conditions and medications for no more than fourteen (14) days.If an individual DOES NOT receive an Urgent Rx voucher with his/her prescriptions at the time of discharge, he or she must contact the location which issued the prescriptions to verify that the medications are covered by Urgent Rx.Prescriptions can be filled ONLY in Tompkins County at specific pharmacies listed on the voucher.Medications for chronic conditions, e.g., diabetes, asthma, cancer, heart conditions, are not covered.NOTE TO CALL SPECIALISTS: If a caller needs help in obtaining medication for chronic conditions, refer him/her to the Community Health Advocates Program of the Human Services Coalition or to Needymeds.org or Rx Outreach.

* Provides financial support services for children in need that includes: School Field Trips. Camp and Recreation Costs and Fees. Music Lessons. Tutoring. Prescriptions. Eyeglasses. Dental Visits. Winter Coats and Boots. School Supplies. Co-pay Assistance. Child Care Costs.

Provides vital services to meet the basic needs of those in Oswego County. These services include assistance with medical cost, prescription drug cost, utility payments, diapers and baby formula, clothing and personal hygiene items, and furniture and household items depending on eligibility and available funding. Offers bus tokens to homeless individuals for transportation to Department of Social Services.

Provides a free drug discount card that offers a discount of up to 80% at more than 65,000 pharmacies nationwide.

* Offers direct physical and mental health care. Primary health care for adults and children including: screenings for physical exams (including pre-employment), cancer, anemia, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, cholesterol, and hearing. Family and pediatric medicine. Mental health counseling. Dentistry. Medication assistance. Podiatry. Chiropractic. Health Education. Insurance Navigation. Chronic Disease Prevention & Management. Medical Expense Assistance. Nutrition Education.* Provides emergency food. * Provides referrals for: Women's Health (pap smears, mammograms). Specialists. Grief Support. Spiritual Support.Other specialty care.

Provides direct financial assistance to insured patients who meet certain qualifications to help them pay for the prescriptions and/or treatments they need. This assistance helps patients afford the out-of-pocket costs for these items that their insurance company requires.

* Provides prescribed Lilly medications for free for up to 12 months to qualifying U.S. patients.

Update July 2024- The Samaritan Center has a NOEP coordinator that assists with SNAP eligibility and application.Referrals and assistance to low-income residents with urgent needs at its Ithaca offices and food pantries in Danby, Groton and Caroline.Free clothing, personal care products, linens, towels sheets and diapersAccepts gently used donations of bedding (sheets, blankets,etc.), towels and clean clothing for men, women and children, including shoes.Once-a-year emergency financial help when resources are available:Security deposits eligibility requirements:-Tompkins County resident moving within Tompkins County-Ineligible for Department of Social Services security deposit voucher-Family has not received security deposit funds in the past 5 years-Income must be less than 60% AMI guidelines-Assistance must be within the FMR guidelines for the unit size and household size-Application and approval process take about 2 weeks-Applicant can not reside in unit before approved inspection or application approvalUtilities- Must have shut-off notice and denial from DSS during HEAP (they are flexible w/ requiring DSS denial letters).Can do minimal fills for propane.Back rent - when funding is available (similar eligibility guidelines as security deposits program)Prescription medications (controlled substances not eligible)Transportation assistance - bus passes or gas vouchers for: education (semester long), employment (verification required-not to look for employment), or medical appointments within Tompkins County.Limited car repair funding available, applicant needs a quote and mechanic needs a W9. Applicant pays the difference for repairs beyond $500.Moving Assistance (limited funding)- Partnership with Reuse where CC refers to the ReMap program for store credit to get furniture, household goods, appliances, etc., and Reuse provides access to moving truck, driver and movers for up to 2 hours for one move per year.-Move must be within Tompkins County.-Low-income households (60% AMI guidelines)-The program doesn't have the capacity to go up and down multiple floors when moving items.-All items must be packed and prepped for moving.-Items can be moved to a storage facility rather than apartment, if there is not a new apartment lined up yet-Refer to the Samaritan Center for screening.Tompkins County site for:Fidelis, Child Health Plus, Medicaid, and Medicare applicationsFood Stamps screeningAnnual Winter Event "Share the Warmth": clothing drive gathers items at red collection bins throughout Tompkins County. Seeks donations of clean items in good condition (working zippers, no missing buttons, no spots/stains). Typically late November or Early December.

Provides assistance with basic needs for individuals or families who have emergency need, including those who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Services provided, as resources permit, include emergency rent payment assistance, local and long distance transit fare, prescription payment assistance, clothing, and utility assistance.

* Links to over 700 registered opioid overdose prevention programs throughout NYS provide free training and furnish free or with health insurance - low costs- naloxone kits to the community.

* Offers Opioid Overdose Program Directory: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/resources/oop_directory/index.htm.

* Offers Naloxone Co-payment Assistance Program (N-CAP), an important pharmacy benefit for all New Yorkers who have prescription coverage through their health insurance plans. Co-payments for naloxone in an amount up to $40 for each prescription dispensed will be billed to N-CAP, not to the individual getting naloxone.

• Naloxone, the drug that reverses overdoses from opioids such as heroin and many prescribed pain relief medications, is now available in more than 2,600 pharmacies throughout New York State. Individuals who are themselves at risk for an overdose or their family members or friends may acquire naloxone in these pharmacies without bringing in a prescription.
• Directory of pharmacies can be access online: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/directories.htm

* Links to Community Opioid Overdose Prevention Training calendar www.nyoverdose.org/Home/Calendar.

* Registers eligible entities under Public Health Law 3309 with the New York State DOH, Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative: www.health.ny.gov/diseases/aids/general/opioid_overdose_prevention/become_a_program.htm

* Provides programs and services for people with intellectual and/or other developmentally disabilities and their families. Programs and services include: ArcWorks manufacturing and subcontracting business Job Path- Job placement, training, and ongoing support for persons ready to work in the community Community Pre-vocational programs ArcDeli cafeteria and catering Day Habilitation Programs- site based and without walls Resources for community inclusion Self-Advocacy Certified Residential services Health Services Family Support Services Guardianship RecreationResidential housing servicesPediatric Developmental AssessmentMedical Equipment Expense AssistanceCaregiver Training

Offers financial assistance to all patients who qualify because their income and resources fall within the guidelines.

* Provides a food pantry that includes baby food and formula. * Offers clothing. * Provides household goods such as Bedding/Linen and Kitchenware. * Offers furniture - based on availability, some appliances available or will assist with obtaining. * Offers prescription assistance. * Offers transportation assistance.

raises funds to support sight and hearing projects, including guide dogs sponsors Empire State Special Needs Experience (formerly Empire State Speech and Hearing Clinic) in Spencer offers financial assistance to those needing eye exams and/or glasses or hearing aids takes donations of used eyeglasses and hearing aids through drop boxes in optician's offices, Lifelong and some churches free vision screening for children one year and older at day care centers, Head Start, schools, and other programs. Done with Plus Optix Screener, a sophisticated scientific, clinical instrument.

Provides assistance programs to help patients obtain life-saving or life-sustaining medication they could not otherwise afford.

Grants to The Ithaca Free Clinic patients with specific emergency medical and dental expenses. No membership fee, but must apply and meet income guidelines.Providers paid directly after all other financial assistance programs are exhausted.Helps patients access Cayuga Medical Center/Cayuga Medical Associates' charitable care program and other financial assistance programs.

Early Intervention: evaluation, therapeutic services to children from birth to three with developmental delays and/or disabilities. Evaluations, speech, physical, occupational, hearing, vision and counseling and other services Children and Youth With Special Health Care Needs: helps families find and access: appropriate community programs health care professionals and healthcare coverage (insurance/Medicaid) advocacy support

Provides assistance with basic needs for individuals or families who have emergency need, including those who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Services provided, as resources permit, include emergency rent payment assistance, local and long distance transit fare, prescription payment assistance, clothing, and utility assistance.

Provides grants for families who need help with a utility shut off notice or prescription co-pay. Does not assist with rent, vehicle costs or appliances. Assistance ranges from $10 - $300.

Seeks to relieve some of the stresses and demands of daily life by offering services such as transportation for medical appointments, financial medical assistance, house cleaning, and post-mastectomy accessory items and beauty care. Referral required. Call for further information.

Advocacy, emergency assistance, education and outreach for persons living with AIDS/HIV and their caregivers. Prevention and awareness programs. Support groups. Individual, couple and family counseling. Assistance with obtaining appropriate housing. Assistance in enrollment in AIDS Drug Assistance Program ADAP. Financial assistance in emergency situations.

Offers financial assistance for diagnostic medical evaluations, care and treatment for children of low income families with long term or chronic physical disabilities. Services covered include surgical, medical and rehabilitative treatment involving in-hospital care, out-patient care, therapeutic services, and special appliances hearing aids, artificial limbs, wheelchairs, etc..

Provides assistance to uninsured and under-insured individuals in need of diagnostic testing. Focus is on young women.