The families we serve...

are the true heroes in the struggle to overcome poverty and despair in our communities

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 at 607.433.8000.

 

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: NY Connects offers free information on supports that can help you remain independent in your daily life, whether you want to live in your home, a nursing home, or other residential setting. 

 

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. The traditional heat benefit may pay for home fuel delivery.  Cooling assistance helps buy and install an air conditioner or a fan for your home. Clean and Tune benefit for equipment cleaning and repair.

 

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

Pandemic Electronic Benefits Transfer (P-EBT) is a temporary nutrition response activated as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.  The last month this supplemental EA benefits will be issued is February 2023  SNAP benefits return to pre-pandemic amounts in March 2023. 

Holiday Food Baskets/Holiday Meals & Delivery Programs

 

Special Needs/Disability

Catskill Center for Independence

Early Intervention/Preschool Special Education

Family Resource Network

 

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