Resources

If you are seeking resources, information, or services not provided by OFO or noted below, reach out to our Community Advocate by email or 607.433.8005.

 

Community Referrals (24/7)

211 - Susquehanna River Region: 24 hour/7 day a week referral service serving Otsego and surrounding counties. Call 2-1-1 or 1.800.901.2180

New York State Emotional Support Helpline: 1.844.863.9314 (8AM-10PM, 7 days a week).

 

Big Buddy Program

The Big Buddy Program is a preventative mentoring program for at-risk youth ages 6-14 in Delaware and Otsego counties. This program offers the opportunity for a child to have a one-on-one relationship with a Big Buddy volunteer and participate in monthly group activities with other youth and big buddies. For more information, download the flyer or contact Delaware Opportunities at 607.746.1600.

 

Budgeting/Finances

New York State Unemployment: The best way is to apply online. If you do not have online access or are having trouble with your NY.GOV account, call 1.888.209.8124 to apply. If you need to regain access to your NY.GOV ID or have other technical issues, call 800.833.3000.

Free Tax Preparation: MyFreeTaxes.com and Volunteer Tax Preparers

Clearpoint Credit Counseling Solutions

"My Benefits" New York State Service Eligibility Calculator

 

Child Care

Catholic Charities DOS, Child Care Resource and Referral (CCR&R)

Find a Child Care Provider

 

Elderly & Seniors

Office for the Aging:  Home delivered meals, Well-check Calls, Grocery shopping, Prescription pick up and more.  607.547.4232 or 607.432.9041

NY Connects is a free information and assistance service that is available to older adults, individuals with disabilities, and their families and caregivers, to help make informed decisions about long term service and support options. Download the Otsego County NY Connects Resource Directory or view online.

Employment

Workforce Training Programs

CDO Workforce: An American Job Center

 

Housing

Mayrose Apartments Housing Application

Oneonta Heights Housing Applications

College Guide for Homeless Students

Manufactured Home Tenant's Rights

Tenants Rights in New York State

HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program): Home heating and cooling bill payment assistance for low-income renters and homeowners. To apply, visit myBenefits or call Otsego County DSS at 607.547.1622 or 1.800.422.2512.

 

Immigration & Naturalization

The Center (Mohawk Valley Resource Center for Refugees)

Hiscock Legal Aid Society

 

Nutrition

Hunger Coalition of Otsego County: Search for local food pantries, meal programs, Farmer's Markets and other nutritional resources.

SNAP/Food Stamps: Apply online at www.MyBenefits.ny.gov. For help or questions with an application, contact Nutrition Outreach and Education Program Coordinator at Catholic Charities of DOS Counties at 607.432.0061.

Mom's Meals - Medically Tailored Delivered Meals

Free Formula Exchange

 

Special Needs/Disability

Catskill Center for Independence

Early Intervention/Preschool Special Education

Family Resource Network

NY Connects is a free information and assistance service that is available to older adults, individuals with disabilities, and their families and caregivers, to help make informed decisions about long term service and support options.  Download the Otsego County NY Connects Resource Directory or view online.

RxOutreach: Mail-order prescription medications

RxLess: Discounted prescription medications

 

Transportation

A&D Transportation Services: Taxi, airport, and non-emergency medical transportation. Serves Central New York and the Southern Tier. Call 607.433.1726

Medical Answering Services (MAS): Medicaid transportation. Otsego County residents, call 866.333.1030. Phone numbers for other counties are listed on the MAS website.

Get There of South Central New York: Transportation to healthcare appointments, transportation to employment services, and training on how to use public transportation. Call 855.373.4040.

Oneonta Public Transit (OPT): Bus transportation in/around Oneonta and to Cooperstown.

Otsego Express (Gus The Bus): Bus transportation throughout Otsego County

 

Find free or reduced-cost resources like food, housing, financial assistance, health care, and more.  OFO does not guarantee the accuracy of this website.