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Social Services is open to the public during regular business hours, Monday through Friday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, except for recognized holiday closings. Please be aware that the Receptionists will not be available from 12pm to 1pm daily. If you need to schedule an appointment to be seen by your worker between the hours of 12pm to 1pm, you will need to pre-schedule this with your worker.
For your convenience, most applications and frequently asked for documents can be located for pick up in the main entrance vestibule. Documentation for Social Services can be submitted after-hours in the drop box located near the main entrance of the building.
You may also apply for benefits at MyBenefits.gov and/or submit documentation through the no-contact mobile application NYDocSubmit.
For your convenience, most applications and frequently asked for documents can be located for pick up in the main entrance vestibule. Documentation for Social Services can be submitted after-hours in the drop box located near the main entrance of the building.
You may also apply for benefits at MyBenefits.gov and/or submit documentation through the no-contact mobile application NYDocSubmit.
| Helpful Phone Numbers | |
|---|---|
| Sheriff's Department (for an emergency during non-working hours) | (607) 535-8222 |
| Social Services' Main Phone | (607) 535-8303 |
| Adult Services | (607) 535-8338 |
| Children's Services | (607) 535-8322 |
Those with Child Support related matters are asked to contact the State Child Support Helpline at (888) 208-4485 or online at childsupport.ny.gov
| For Adult Services clients receiving checks, please note that effective March 20, 2020, all checks will be mailed. |
Mission Statement
Schuyler County Department of Social Services assists those in need with services that support their health, safety and welfare while encouraging personal responsibility and self-sufficiency in a compassionate and respectful manner.
Department of Social Services Programs
- Income Maintenance Programs:
- Temporary Assistance Services
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
- HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program)
- Employment
- Medicaid
- Day Care
- Child Support Enforcement
- Services:
- Child Protective Services
- Child Preventative Services
- Foster Care
- Adoption
- Adult Protective
- Fraud & Recovery
- SAFE Harbour