Ulster County

Local offices in Ulster County

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

• Human services · County office

  Ulster County Department of Social Services

  1061 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Benefits and assistanceApply for SNAP, temporary assistance, Medicaid, HEAP, and emergency help.Read more
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and cases.
  • Housing and homelessness responseGet help finding emergency housing and support for long-term housing.Read more
  Call 845-334-5000DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Ulster County WIC

  239 Golden Hill Lane, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people and families with children under five can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
  Call 845-340-3965DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Ulster County Department of Health

  239 Golden Hill Lane, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information and services that help prevent illness and protect community health.
  Call 845-340-3150DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Ulster County Department of Mental Health

  368 Broadway, Suite 401, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Behavioral health resourcesGet help finding mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services.
  • Crisis supportVisit the county crisis support center for in-person help at any time.Read more
  Call 845-340-4110DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Hon. John L. Larkin Memorial Library

  Ulster County Courthouse, 285 Wall Street, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Public law libraryUse legal books, online resources, and staff help for legal research.
  Call 845-481-9391DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  Ulster County Office for the Aging

  1003 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesAdults age 60 and older and their families can get help with care, meals, legal services, and transportation.
  Call 845-340-3456DirectionsWebsite

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

• Veterans · County office

  Ulster County Veteran Services Agency

  5 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Veterans benefits assistanceGet help applying for veterans medical, disability, pension, and education benefits.
  Call 845-340-3190DirectionsWebsite

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

• Emergency help · County office

  Ulster County Emergency Management Division

  238 Golden Hill Lane, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Disaster preparedness and responseFind county information about preparing for, responding to, and recovering from disasters.
  Call 845-943-5927DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · County office

  Ulster County Office of Employment and Training

  521 Boices Lane, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Job and training helpGet connected with job opportunities, career services, and training.
  Call 845-340-3170DirectionsWebsite

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

• Jobs and training · State office

  Ulster County Career Center

  521 Boices Lane, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Career center servicesGet help with job searches, career services, and workforce programs.
  Call 845-443-8066DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dol.ny.gov

• State office · State office

  Ulster County DMV

  244 Fair Street, 1st Floor, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Driver and vehicle servicesVisit the DMV for driver license, permit, non-driver ID, and vehicle services.
  Call 845-340-3700DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on dmv.ulstercountyny.gov

• Library · Regional office

  Ulster County Library Association

  Help here

  • County library resourcesFind information about public library services and online resources available through member libraries.
  Website

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

Ulster County Government website

Checked on October 8, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Ulster County

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

Cities and towns in Ulster County

• Ellenville
• Kingston
• New Paltz
• Saugerties

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