Steuben County

Local offices in Steuben County

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Human services · County office

  Steuben County Department of Social Services

  3 East Pulteney Square, Bath, NY 14810

  Help here

  • Public assistance and benefitsApply for temporary assistance, SNAP, Medicaid, HEAP, and other county benefits.
  • Child supportGet help establishing parentage and support orders or enforcing child support.
  Call 607-664-2000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on steubencountyny.gov

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Helpline of the Finger Lakes Region

  Help here

  • Information and referralsCall 211 for information and referrals to local help with food, housing, health care, bills, work, and other needs.
  Call 800-346-2211Website

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211helpline.org

• Public health · County office

  Steuben County Public Health

  3 East Pulteney Square, Bath, NY 14810

  Help here

  • Public health and immunization servicesGet public health information and schedule routine immunizations.
  Call 607-664-2438DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on steubencountyny.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Steuben County Community Services

  Help here

  • Outpatient mental health careAccess outpatient mental health services for adults, children, and families.
  • Substance use servicesGet outpatient help for alcohol or other substance use.
  Call 607-664-2255Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on steubencountyny.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Steuben County Supreme Court Library

  3 East Pulteney Square, Bath, NY 14810

  Help here

  • Law library accessUse the law library to find legal information and reference materials.
  Call 607-622-8190DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nycourts.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Steuben County Office for the Aging

  3 East Pulteney Square, Bath, NY 14810

  Help here

  • Aging services information and referralsCall or visit for information, direct services, and referrals for older adults and caregivers.
  Call 607-664-2298DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on steubencony.org

• Veterans · County office

  Steuben County Veterans’ Service Agency

  7001 County Route 113, Bath, NY 14810

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits helpGet free help with veterans’ benefits, claims, and referrals to support services.Read more
  Call 607-664-2527DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on steubencountyny.gov

• Emergency help · County office

  Steuben County Emergency Services

  Help here

  • Emergency information and coordinationFind county emergency information and sign up for local critical event alerts.
  Website

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on steubencountyny.gov

• Jobs and training · State office

  Bath Career Center

  117 East Steuben Street, Bath, NY 14810

  Help here

  • Job and workforce helpVisit the career center for help with job searches, training, and workforce services.
  Call 607-776-7712DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dol.ny.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Southern Tier Library System

  9424 Scott Road, Painted Post, NY 14870

  Help here

  • Regional library resourcesUse the regional library catalog and digital collections or find library resources serving Schuyler County.
  Call 607-962-3141DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on stls.org

Steuben County, New York website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Steuben County

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Cities and towns in Steuben County

• Addison
• Arkport
• Avoca
• Bath
• Canisteo
• Cohocton
• Corning
• Hammondsportnot checked yet
• Hornell
• North Hornell
• Painted Post
• Riversidenot checked yet
• Savonanot checked yet
• South Corning
• Wayland

New York programs by kind of help

These are run by New York and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.

• FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
• HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
• GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
• TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
• HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
• MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
• CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
• EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
• WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
• LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.

Checked on October 8, 2026

Federal help anyone can use

These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Social Security retirement benefits

  Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• Medicare

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.

  Call 1-800-633-4227
• Extra Help with Medicare drug costs

  Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• VA health care

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.

  Call 1-877-222-8387
• VA disability compensation and benefits

  U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.

  Call 1-800-827-1000
• FAFSA, the federal student aid form

  U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Federal Pell Grant

  U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.

  Call 1-800-433-3243
• Lifeline phone and internet discount

  Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.

  Call 1-800-234-9473
• Head Start and Early Head Start

  U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.

  Call 1-866-763-6481
• IRS Free File

  Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.

• VITA and TCE free tax help

  Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.

  Call 1-800-906-9887
• Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)

  Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.

  Call 1-800-829-1040
• Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)

  U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.

• Replace a Social Security card

  Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.

  Call 1-800-772-1213
• FEMA disaster assistance

  Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.

  Call 1-800-621-3362

Checked on October 9, 2026