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How to apply for Chemung County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

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

Who it's for

Chemung County emergency aid: (1) Chemung DSS for Temporary Assistance, Emergency HEAP, and one-time grants (607-737-5495); (2) Chemung OFA for senior-specific case management (607-737-5520); (3) Chemung hospital safety net (607-737-4100); (4) Chemung transit (607-734-5170); (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.

Chemung: 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 Chemung County residency
Photo identification

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 211

Renewals

as-needed

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