Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Rensselaer County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance recipient may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their five-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Montgomery County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance recipient may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their five-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

* Provides short-term financial support, as well as moderate case management in order to ensure a successful transition to stable housing.

Provides a food pantry and assists with food and other emergencies such as utilities, fuel, and shelter. Also works with families in the area of family development, including budgeting as well as job skills and job search assistance.

Links callers with appropriate services using computerized database of information, national directories, and other resources.

Provides a food pantry and assists with food and other emergencies such as utilities, fuel, and shelter. Also works with families in the area of family development, including budgeting as well as job skills and job search assistance. From January through April, offers free in-person tax preparation by IRS-certified volunteers for qualifying families.

Code Blue Warming Centers Info for Winter 2023-2024 http://www.cortland-co.org/149/Social-ServicesCoordinated Entry update 2024-Coordinated Entry for Cortland county is now overseen by CARES NY. Callers seeking CE assessment can either go to Catholic Charities or contact CARES NY Coordinated Entry line at 518-489-4130 ext 719Three major divisions: Income Maintenance Temporary Assistance Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), partially federally-funded Safety Net (SN), partially state-funded Food Stamps Medicaid Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Employment programs Child Care Block Grant (CCBG) Child support Emergency programs Homeless assistance Services Foster care Preventive Services Adoption Child Protective Services (CPS) Coordinated Children's Services Initiative (CCSI) Adult Protective Services Long Term Care services Administration Resource recovery Records retention Network technology Accounting Staff development Security, legal, fraud Special projects, e.g., implementating TANF allocations when available For after hours assistance, contact the Cortland Co. Sheriff's Department, non-emergency line: 607-753-3311.

* Provides Rapid Re-Housing for transition youth.

Provides a food pantry and assists with food and other emergencies such as utilities, fuel, and shelter. Also works with families in the area of family development, including budgeting as well as job skills and job search assistance.

Provides assistance to low income families with children and single adults meeting criteria.

March 2024: STEHP is out of funding and not taking any new applications. Check back in October to see if more funding is available. Three- to 12-month program with intensive case management to help homeless families or individuals reach financial independence and secure and maintain housing that otherwise might be unaffordable. This is a program of last resort so applicants must have a temporary assistance denial from DSS before being eligible. must be able to contribute 20% of their housing costs. Individuals receiving public assistance can have their shelter allowance applied to their rent Section 8 participants are NOT eligible applicants must be screened by 2-1-1 before referral to Special Services meet income guidelines, earning 30% of area median income: 1 Person Household $16,600 2 Person Household $18,950 3 Person Household $21,300 4 Person Household $23,650 5 Person Household $25,550 6 Person Household $27,450 7 Person Household $29,350 8 Person Household $31,250

Provides assistance to people who are homeless or experiencing a shelter crisis.

* Offers resources, supports, and handles case management for LGBTQI+ youth, young adults, and caregivers. Services include: Support groups Non-clinical counseling Case management Rapid re-housing services for homeless LGBTQ+ youth Credentialed Family Peer Advocacy services Social events, trips, and Pride Prom

Coordinated Entry is a system where clients who meet one of the definitions of homelessness can be referred to a waitlist of supportive housing resources in Tompkins County. The client has to complete the coordinated assessment with a trained provider. Callers must currently be in the county and meet one of the following homeless definitions:If caller is 25 years old or older: spent the previous night in a place not meant for human habitation, or in emergency shelter exiting an institution (hospital, rehab, jail) where they have stayed for less than 90 days, was homeless before entering and will be homeless (not doubled up or couch surfing) when they exit Currently fleeing, or attempting to flee domestic violence If caller is between 18 and 24 years old: couch surfing or doubled up in someone else's home is being evicted from their current unit and has to leave within 14 days Currently fleeing, or attempting to flee emotional, physical, or financial abuse from anyone associated with their household, including their parents. spent the previous night in a place not meant for human habitation, or in emergency shelter exiting an institution (hospital, rehab, jail) where they have stayed for less than 90 days, was homeless before entering and will be homeless (not doubled up or couch surfing) when they exitThe caller can then be referred to any of the individuals at the following agencies to complete Coordinated Entry screening:Learning Web (Ages 18-24)Trained Individuals: Anthony Paolangeli, Chris VenegasAddress: 515 West Seneca Street Ithaca, NY 14850Village at Ithaca (Ages 18-24)Trained Individuals: Andrea ChamplinAddress: 401 W Seneca St, Ithaca, NY 14850Advocacy Center (Fleeing or attempting to flee Domestic Violence)Trained Individuals: Ana Khan, Amy SmithPhone Number: 607-277-5000CARS InpatientTrained Individuals: Bridgett Morgan, Brenda VanEtten, Deanna Kilanowski, Caressa Swartz, Janele SlaterOnly for clients undergoing inpatient treatmentCARS OutpatientTrained Individuals: Christina Mente, Caressa SwartzAddress: 334 W. State St., Ithaca, NY 14850Phone Number: (607) 273-5500Family and Children's Services Street Outreach WorkersTrained Individuals: Will Taylor, Kiara DavidAddress: 127 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850Phone Number: 607-793-3776Family and Children's Services Rural Outreach WorkersTrained Individuals: Joy Grobelny, Joe LambroAddress: 127 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850Phone Number: 607-882-4398Opportunities, Alternatives, and Resources (OAR) Trained Individuals: Haley RomeroAddress: 910 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850REACH MedicalTrained Individuals: Lucy Paredes (Community Outreach Worker), Shanda Johnson (Community Outreach Worker), Anna Vergari (LEAD), Case Management TeamAddress: 1001 West Seneca Street, Ithaca, NY 14850Salvation ArmyTrained Individuals: Stephen LyleAddress: 150 N Albany St, Ithaca, NY 14850Second Wind Cottages Homeless Crisis AlleviationTrained Individuals: Deb WilkePhone Number: 607-564-6087Email: [email protected] On (Veterans)Trained Individuals: Jessica Brooks, Ilian GalanPhone Number: (413)-387-3088Email: [email protected]. John's Community Service (Shelter Stayers)Trained Individuals: Kate Laux, Tara RichardsonAddress: 618 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850Tompkins County Whole HealthTrained Individuals: Tenzin Aaya, Marie Boyer (Re-entry)Address: 201 E Green St, Ithaca, NY 14850

Offers rental assistance, homeownership counseling, and housing rehabilitation. Housing repair assistance. Processes HUD Section 8 Rental applications.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Warren County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance case may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their 5-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifeltime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, help with food expenses, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

Also, assist those who are homeless or who are at risk of becoming homeless to find housing.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Coordinates shelter assists during and after business hours. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Herkimer County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance recipient may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their five-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

UPDATE December 2023- this program is currently out of funding. Check back for updates in AprilA New York State rental assistance program offered by the Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance and administered locally by Tompkins County DSS. It provides both homeless prevention assistance through paying back rent and rapid rehousing assistance through assisting with security deposits and paying rent in order to transition into housing. Have clients who are homeless or, at risk of homelessness, call Amy Mills (607-274-5341) for eligibilty screening and intake.

* Provides a wide range of services including: Access to addiction treatment. Clothing. Translation. Coffee and snacks. Housing. Benefit navigation. Healthcare connections. Employment help. Syringe disposal. Shower Access 11:00AM-3:00PM. * Provides bus passes to individuals who are homeless so they can get to a warming center.

Permanent Supportive Housing for individuals who are experiencing homelessness. Must live in the City of BinghamtonHave a pending evictionQualify under income guidelines

* Provides a unified response to move persons quickly out of homelessness and into permanent housing. Designed to improve fairness, create easier access to resources, and increase the efficiency of the local crisis response system to address homelessness.

2024 Update- Individuals in Cortland County seeking coordinated entry assessment may visit Catholic Charities of Cortland. If they are unable to go, they can contact the CE hotline at 518-489-4130 ext 719Update Oct 24- Catholic Charities no longer has funding for back rent assistance

Families and individuals who are living in poverty who are looking to grow and become independent members of our community and self-sufficient in all areas of life.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Fulton County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance recipient may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their five-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.

Offers temporary help for individuals and families in need while they work towards self sufficiency. Will assist with security deposit or first month's rent, but not both. Responsible for paying for and assisting in the scheduling of burials for residents of Albany County who die without funds or family to arrange and pay for a burial.

Family Assistance (FA) provides money for families with children. Cash benefits are limited to five years in a recipient's lifetime. After five years, a Family Assistance recipient may continue to receive benefits if an adult is disabled and cannot work or may be required to apply for assistance through the Safety Net category.

Safety Net Assistance (SNA) provides money for basic living expenses for single adults and childless couples (or families who have used up their five-year limit of FA). Cash benefits are limited to two years in a recipient's lifetime. After two years, the non-cash Safety Net Assistance voucher system provides benefits.

Emergency Temporary Assistance through Emergency Assistance for Families (EAF) or Emergency Safety Net Assistance (ESNA) provides assistance for crisis situations including evictions, moving expenses, utility shutoffs, and diversion payments to help individuals avoid the need for ongoing assistance. Individuals do not need to be on public assistance to receive Emergency Temporary Assistance.