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Monroe County Department Of Human Services

Community Resource

Serves: Rochester, Monroe County

About this resource

This program provides urgent temporary financial support to help cover utility bills and rent. It also includes online assistance for screening benefits and understanding eligibility and application procedures for programs like Temporary Assistance, Food Stamps, Health Insurance, and tax credits through the website www.mybenefits.ny.gov.

To apply, individuals can obtain applications at two DHS locations (691 St. Paul Street and 111 Westfall Road), at numerous community service agencies, or via the website http://otda.ny.gov/programs/applications/. For emergency food or rent assistance, applications must be submitted in person at 691 St. Paul Street.

There are no fees associated with these services.

Who can use this

  • Eligibility is based on income guidelines; inquiries can be made via phone or in person.

Get in touch

Phone
(585) 753-2780
Website
www.monroecounty.gov/hs-assistance
Email
mcdss@monroecounty.gov
Address
691 Saint Paul Street, Rochester, NY 14605
Rochester, New York
Hours

Walk-ins welcome

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