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How to apply for Broome County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

Broome County DSS + OFA + community-based organizations — coordinated emergency aid framework

Who it's for

Broome County emergency aid: (1) Broome DSS for Temporary Assistance, Emergency HEAP, and one-time grants (607-778-2628); (2) Broome OFA for senior-specific case management (607-778-2411); (3) Broome hospital safety net (607-763-6000); (4) Broome transit (607-763-4464); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Syracuse or Diocese of Rochester (depending on county); (6) Pro Action of Steuben + Yates / Catholic Charities of Steuben (regional CAA); (7) Southern Tier Food Bank. Dial 211 for general referrals.

Broome: referral-coordination model. Pro Action + Southern Tier Food Bank + Catholic Charities are the regional anchors.

What you'll need

Proof of age 60+
Proof of all household income
Proof of Broome County residency
Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 211

Renewals

as-needed

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