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How to apply for Herkimer County Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination

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

Who it's for

Herkimer County emergency aid: (1) Herkimer DSS for Temporary Assistance, Emergency HEAP, and one-time grants (315-867-1291); (2) Herkimer OFA for senior-specific case management (315-867-1121); (3) Herkimer hospital safety net (315-823-5500); (4) Herkimer transit (315-867-1135); (5) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Syracuse / Diocese of Albany (depending on county); (6) Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency; (7) United Way of the Mohawk Valley. Dial 211 for general referrals.

Herkimer: referral-coordination model. Mohawk Valley Community Action Agency + Catholic Charities are the main coordination pillars.

What you'll need

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

Where to apply

Apply online: official application

By phone: 211

Renewals

as-needed

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