Westfield

Local offices in Westfield

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

• Utilities · City office

  Village of Westfield Treasurer

  23 Elm Street, Westfield, NY 14787

  Help here

  • Utility bill help and paymentsPay village electric, water, and sewer bills and ask about utility service or a HEAP payment.
  Call 716-347-9050DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on westfieldny.com

• Older adults · Nonprofit

  YWCA Westfield Senior Programs

  58 S. Portage Street, Westfield, NY 14787

  Help here

  • Senior fitness and social programsOlder adults can join fitness classes and social activities at the YWCA.Read more
  Call 716-326-2011DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Regional office

  Patterson Library

  40 S. Portage Street, Westfield, NY 14787

  Help here

  • Library servicesVisit the library to borrow books and other materials and use its programs and services.
  Call 716-326-2154DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · City office

  Town of Westfield Town Hall

  23 Elm Street, Westfield, NY 14787

  Help here

  • Town Clerk servicesGet birth, death, and marriage records, licenses, disability parking permits, and help with town and county tax payments.
  Call 716-326-3211DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on westfieldny.com

Town and Village of Westfield website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Westfield

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

Offices for all of Chautauqua County

Westfield is in Chautauqua County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Chautauqua County Social Services, Jamestown

  110 East Fourth Street, Jamestown, NY 14701

  Help here

  • Temporary Assistance, SNAP, and MedicaidApply for cash assistance, food benefits, and Medicaid through the county social services office.Apply online
  • Emergency assistanceAsk about help with urgent housing, utility, food, or safety needs.Read more
  Call 716-661-8200DirectionsWebsite

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

• Human services · County office

  Chautauqua County Social Services, Dunkirk

  319 Central Avenue, Dunkirk, NY 14048

  Help here

  • Temporary Assistance, SNAP, and MedicaidApply for cash assistance, food benefits, and Medicaid through the county social services office.Apply online
  • Emergency assistanceAsk about help with urgent housing, utility, food, or safety needs.Read more
  Call 716-661-8200DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · Nonprofit

  Catholic Charities of Buffalo WIC

  42 Dunham Place, Jamestown, NY 14701

  Help here

  • WICAsk about WIC nutrition support and benefits for eligible families.
  Call 716-218-1484DirectionsWebsite

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

• State office · Nonprofit

  Catholic Charities of Buffalo WIC, Dunkirk

  326 Central Avenue, 1st Floor, Dunkirk, NY 14048

  Help here

  • WICAsk about WIC nutrition support and benefits for eligible families.
  Call 716-218-1484DirectionsWebsite

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

• Public health · County office

  Chautauqua County Health Department

  7 North Erie Street, Mayville, NY 14757

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about county health programs, immunizations, and community health services.Read more
  Call 716-753-4312DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Chautauqua County Mental Hygiene Services

  2 Academy Street, Suite 201, Mayville, NY 14757

  Help here

  • Behavioral health servicesContact the department for mental health and substance use services for adults, children, and families.Read more
  • 24-hour crisis helpCall the county crisis line any time for behavioral health support.Read more
  Call 716-753-4104DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Chautauqua County

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