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Preventive Services Program

provided by Monroe County Department of Human Services

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Monroe County Human Services Department Saint Paul Street

691 Saint Paul Street
Rochester NY 14605
Main:
585-753-6000
(Westfall and Saint Paul St.)
Hours:
M-F 8:00AM-4:00PM.
Bus Service:

Bus service.

Disabilities Access:

Accessible.

Email:
mcdss​@monroecounty.gov

* Committed to providing the most effective, efficient, and accessible services for families whose children are at risk of placement out of home. The Preventive Services are intended to:
  • prevent foster care placements
  • hasten the return home of children already in placement
  • divert youth from entering the Family Court system
  • prevent and reduce incidents of child maltreatment
  • strengthen family life.
* Coordinates and contracts with various community agencies to provide specialized services to families in order to prevent the need for foster care placement, and to decrease incidences of indicated Child Protective cases

Eligibility: Preventive Services can be Court Ordered or can be initiated under various conditions. See website or call for more information.

Application Process: Referral process. Call for information.

Required Documentation: Call for information.

Fees: No fees for service.

Coverage Note: Monroe County.

 

Monroe County Department of Human Services provides income support services, medical assistance and comprehensive services to populations in need.