Temporary Financial Assistance

thru: Monroe County Department of Human Services

• Provides emergency temporary financial assistance with paying for:

Utility bills
Rent

• Offers benefits screening with assistance available online regarding eligibility requirements and application processes for Temporary Assistance, Food Stamps, Health Insurance, tax credits and other related programs by visiting www.mybenefits.ny.gov.

Language Access

Eligibility: Income guidelines apply. Call or walk-in for information.

Application Process: Applications are available at both DHS locations (691 St. Paul Street and 111 Westfall Road), many community service agencies, on this website http://otda.ny.gov/programs/applications/ or can be mailed by calling the appointment line. Emergency assistance for food or rent must apply in person at 691 St. Paul Street.

Required Documentation: Call or walk-in for information.

Fees: No fee for service.

Coverage Note: Monroe County.

Languages: Spanish