We are dedicated to helping residents access the social service resources they need. Please refer to the provided sites and contact information for available services and support in your area.

• Erie County Dept. of Social Services: 1 (716) 858-8000 • https://www3.erie.gov/socialservices/
• Erie County Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF): 1 (716) 858-8000 • https://www3.erie.gov/temporaryassistance/
• Lifeline Discounted Telephone Service: https://dps.ny.gov/lifeline-telephone-service
• Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP): 1 (716) 858-7644 • https://otda.ny.gov/programs/heap/
• Low Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP): https://otda.ny.gov/programs/water-assistance/
• Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP): 1 (716) 858-7239 • https://mybenefits.ny.gov/mybenefits/begin
• Special Supplemental Program for Women, Infants & Children (WIC): https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/wic/
• Head Start: 1 (866) 763-6481: https://www.health.ny.gov/prevention/nutrition/wic/