* Provides free transportation to area senior residents living in the Cazenovia, Fenner or Nelson areas.

• 24 rides per year and no more than 2 rides a week.
• Rides are not guaranteed.
• Volunteer drivers.

* Provides information and referral for legal and financial matters, transportation difficulties, housing availability, and health service & counseling.* Provides on site assistance with tax preparation, Medicare forms and the Home Energy Assistance Program.* Provides recreation and social programs, as well as travel days, cards, dancing and celebrations.* Provides transportation to and from center.

* Provides recreational activities for adults; Congregate meals, arts, crafts, bridge group, van trips, speakers, afternoon tea, movies, exercise classes.* Provides recreational activities for youth.

Offers individuals and families who are struggling to meet their basic needs assistance which includes a listening ear, referrals to existing programs and services, and when needed, material goods and financial assistance.

Offers transportation to veterans to the VA Medical Center located in Albany, New York. Contact the driver a minimum of two days in advance of the scheduled appointment. Specific locations and scheduled times van pick-up points include: Cherry Valley, Cooperstown, Laurens, Maryland, Milford, Oneonta, Richfield Springs, Schenevus and Worcester.

Amtrak provides passenger railroad service in the United States.Nearest station is in Syracuse's Regional Transportation Center. Trains travel west to Chicago and east to New York City and Boston.Regional Transportation Center also serves Greyhound, MegaBus and Trailways regional bus service and local bus service for Syracuse, Oswego and Auburn.Email Web Form: https://www.amtrak.com/email-us

Provides seniors with a wide variety of services and activities including social events, trips, exercise classes, bingo, lunches, crafts, cards, pool, and more. Provides transportation to and from the center for seniors in Cicero at a small fee.

Directory of services for mid-life and older adults available in two formats: Printed booklet (call to obtain free copy) or online via Internet at Gobroomecounty.com/senior

Provides financial assistance to Columbia and Greene County residents experiencing hardship due to illness or injury. Financial assistance to offset expenses associated with medical care such as co-pays and co-insurance, insurance premiums, and prescription drug costs as well other expenses such as rent, utilities, and vehicle gas; and, information and referral to other resources.

Helps people understand cancer, get practical help like rides to treatment or a place to stay, and find emotional support and also connect to valuable resources in your community.

The Wellness Services Program provides transportation to medical appointments for people living in the Village of Ballston Spa and the Towns of Ballston, Charlton, Malta and Milton.

WHAT IS GO EMERGENCY RIDE HOMEThe GO ERH program is a program designed to take the potential anxiety out of alternate commutes by providing a resource that ensures you will never be stranded when emergencies occur.WHO IS ELIGIBLE FOR GO EMERGENCY RIDE HOMEGO ERH is for those whose commute does not include single-occupancy vehicles. Eligible commuters include those who travel by: TCAT/bus, carpool/rideshare, bicycle, walking, or any other non-single occupancy driver travel! WHEN SHOULD YOU USE EMERGENCY RIDE HOMEGO ERH is there for those times when unforeseeable situations arise. Examples of when to use GO ERH include: Emergency at home such as fire, flood, or pet emergency You are required to work unscheduled overtime Urgent issue at a child's school or daycare requires you to be there Your planned bus does not arrive, and there is not an alternate bus you can take Your carpool vehicle breaks down, or any of the above mean than your carpool driver cannot bring you home You or a family member becomes sickWHEN NOT TO USE EMERGENCY RIDE HOME.ERH is not applicable to all situations. Some examples of when NOT to use ERH are pre-planned appointments, planned work shifts, running errands, etc. ERH is a program for those unknowns that can leave you stranded from returning home. ENROLLMENT IN GO EMERGENCY RIDE HOME.Enrollment for GO ERH is automatic with GO ITHACA membership. If you are new to GO ITHACA, instructions for GO ERH are included in your GO ITHACA welcome packet.Existing GO members: Please reach out to [email protected] Easy Access members: If you don't have access to a cell phone please reach out to [email protected] and our Easy Access Program Manager will contact you with further guidance.

* Provides a public transportation service that operates throughout Orleans County. Dial-A-Ride Service - transportation service within Albion and Medina. Curb to curb service to any address in Orleans County for persons with disabilities. Veterans Ride free with VOC ID.

Volunteers may provide transportation to essential services and appointments, run errands, assist with grocery and personal shopping, or pick up prescriptions, plan a regular phone visit or home visit to provide friendly and supportive listening, prepare/deliver a weekly meal or treat, perform general yard work or light housekeeping, and/or provide respite for caregiver.

Provides access for people in need seeking free air transportation to specialized health care facilities or distant destinations due to family, community or national crisis.

Provides grocery shopping, basic errand services, and transportation to local medical and non-medical appointments. Individuals must be able to transfer in/out of the vehicle.

Update July 2024- The Samaritan Center has a NOEP coordinator that assists with SNAP eligibility and application.Referrals and assistance to low-income residents with urgent needs at its Ithaca offices and food pantries in Danby, Groton and Caroline.Free clothing, personal care products, linens, towels sheets and diapersAccepts gently used donations of bedding (sheets, blankets,etc.), towels and clean clothing for men, women and children, including shoes.Once-a-year emergency financial help when resources are available:Security deposits eligibility requirements:-Tompkins County resident moving within Tompkins County-Ineligible for Department of Social Services security deposit voucher-Family has not received security deposit funds in the past 5 years-Income must be less than 60% AMI guidelines-Assistance must be within the FMR guidelines for the unit size and household size-Application and approval process take about 2 weeks-Applicant can not reside in unit before approved inspection or application approvalUtilities- Must have shut-off notice and denial from DSS during HEAP (they are flexible w/ requiring DSS denial letters).Can do minimal fills for propane.Back rent - when funding is available (similar eligibility guidelines as security deposits program)Prescription medications (controlled substances not eligible)Transportation assistance - bus passes or gas vouchers for: education (semester long), employment (verification required-not to look for employment), or medical appointments within Tompkins County.Limited car repair funding available, applicant needs a quote and mechanic needs a W9. Applicant pays the difference for repairs beyond $500.Moving Assistance (limited funding)- Partnership with Reuse where CC refers to the ReMap program for store credit to get furniture, household goods, appliances, etc., and Reuse provides access to moving truck, driver and movers for up to 2 hours for one move per year.-Move must be within Tompkins County.-Low-income households (60% AMI guidelines)-The program doesn't have the capacity to go up and down multiple floors when moving items.-All items must be packed and prepped for moving.-Items can be moved to a storage facility rather than apartment, if there is not a new apartment lined up yet-Refer to the Samaritan Center for screening.Tompkins County site for:Fidelis, Child Health Plus, Medicaid, and Medicare applicationsFood Stamps screeningAnnual Winter Event "Share the Warmth": clothing drive gathers items at red collection bins throughout Tompkins County. Seeks donations of clean items in good condition (working zippers, no missing buttons, no spots/stains). Typically late November or Early December.

Provides transportation for seniors to and from the Center, as well as to medical appointments, grocery shopping, banking, and personal care appointments.

* Provides low-cost, pre-scheduled bus transportation.* Provides transportation through Dial-a-Ride outside 3/4 mile of route service on a first-come, first-served basis.* Provides route deviation for persons within 3/4 mile of route service who are unable to get to route. Additional charge applies for that service, no discounts.* Provides Free Rides for Veterans with VOC ID.

* Provides automotive, commercial, and residential locksmith services.* Provides emergency automobile unlocking.

* Assists individuals getting connected with an experienced companion to help with: Household chores, yard work, heavy and light cleaning, companionship, meal preparation. Respite for in home care providers. Elder sitting and supervision of activities. Shopping and errands. Transportation to appointments. Services provided by self-employed people who are screened by the agency.

* Offers support services and programs to families in need, such as: Homeless Intervention and Case Management. Supportive Housing Program for Adults. Car Seat Distribution. Health insurance access. Personal Care Pantry. HEAP enrollment. Rapid Re-Housing of Homeless Families. Kinship Care Program. Kinship Care Support Group. Medicaid Transportation Program.

Provides assistance with basic needs for individuals or families who have emergency need, including those who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. Services provided, as resources permit, include emergency rent payment assistance, local and long distance transit fare, prescription payment assistance, clothing, utility assistance, and baby formula.

* Provides regularly scheduled bus service. Fare reductions to seniors and people with disabilities. Bike racks on all buses. Automated route information. Personalized bus schedule available. Bus service to some colleges. * Offers Park and Ride commuter express. Employer Support Program.* Provides rides to polls for senior citizens.* Provides free rides to shelters during Code Blue.Inform driver of Code Blue shelter placement.* Provides RTS on Demand Service - can take you anywhere within one of the seven On Demand Zones. Curb-to-curb service, or meet RTS Connect service and other options at Connection Hub or bus stop. More info: myRTS.com/on-demand.

Represents central source of information and assistance about programs, services and benefits for seniors and caregivers. Staff help callers identify needs and explore options. Services include, Medicad/Medicare Applications, senior ride programs, housing information, and health related services.