Local Resources
Below I have provided links to resources from across our county related to healthcare, school closings, access to food and childcare, and more.
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New York State
Empire State Development
You can ask a question or find more resourceshere.
Department of Civil Service
More information here.
State Parks
More information here.
Department of Taxation and Finance
Have questions about your state tax returns, FSA sites, and more? The NYS Dept. of Taxation and Finance has created a webpage that they'll be updating with information/response to your questions.
Monroe County
Please use the below resources for your questions related to the county government.
Coronavirus hotline: (585) 753-5555
Email: COVID19@monroecounty.gov
For information regarding a county agency, call 2-1-1.
Public and Emergency Assistance
If you currently receive or are looking to receive social services through the county, please consult this web page here.
Temporary Housing
Temporary housing applications and recertifications are no longer being completed in person. Please consult this web page here if you are in need of temporary housing services from the county.
SNAP
If you are in need of a benefits card, please call 585-753-6006. For more information on accessing SNAP benefits, please consult this web page here.
Child Support Services
Applications for Child Support can be mailed or emailed to the Child Support Unit at 33 N. Fitzhugh St. 14614. Parents needing assistance with child support issues are encouraged to call the Child Support hotline at 888-208-4485 or by email at : CSEWEBMonroe@dfa.state.ny.us
DMV
More information can be found here.
Civil Service
For more information, head to this web page here.
Filing for Unemployment
If you need to file for unemployment, please review these resources for guidance. Please note the Department of Labor is experiencing a high volume of calls and applications so your patience is appreciated.
FAQs
I need help navigating a federal agency. What do I do?
I have members of my staff who are dedicated to helping constituents navigate federal agencies, like Social Security, or the Veterans Affairs Agency.
If you need help resolving a case you have with a federal agency, please call my office at (585) 232-4850.
More on Local Resources
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