• Action for a Better Community, Inc.
400 West Ave., Rochester, NY 14611 • 585-325-5116
Offers programs that give low-income individuals and families opportunities to become self-sufficient. These include educational programs, assistance for at-risk youth, Head Start, job placement assistance and coaching, weatherization and energy conservation assistance, and individual and group counseling for alcohol and substance abuse.
• Anthony L. Jordan Health Corporation
Health Centers are spread out through the region. Check website for more information.
Offers a huge number of services, including family, adolescent and pediatric medical care, mammography, obstetrical and gynecological care, behavioral health, dental care and refugee health care. Jordan Health also offers HIV treatment and a support group for those in care.
• American Red Cross, Greater Rochester Chapter
825 John St., Suite 209, West Henrietta, NY 14586 • 585-241-4400
1040 University Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607 • 585-241-4400
www.redcross.org (type “Rochester chapter” in search menu)
Provides disaster aid, emergency health and safety services and programs for youth and young adults, and veterans and their families. Serves those living in Allegany, Cayuga, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Seneca, Wayne, and Yates counties, and sends teams out of the country.
• The Arc of Monroe
2060 Brighton Henrietta Townline Road, Rochester, NY 14623 • 585-271-0660
The Arc of Monroe provides a range of programs for those in the Rochester area who have intellectual or developmental disabilities and their families. Those it supports can partake of day programs, job training and placement programs, supported employment, opportunities to volunteer in the community and other offerings. For those in need of appropriate places to stay, the agency has residential housing available. The nonprofit also assists professionals, businesses and schools that are involved with those who have intellectual or developmental disabilities.
• Bridges For Brain Injury
5760 Duke of Gloucester Way, Farmington NY 14425 • 585-396-0070
Bridges for Brain Injury is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering individuals with brain injuries and disabilities to live fulfilling lives with dignity and independence. Through innovative day programs, wildlife education, and rehabilitation activities, it provides a supportive environment that fosters growth, connection, and healing. Serving Farmington and surrounding counties, creating opportunities that enhance quality of life, reduce isolation, and build skills for independence. Visit the website or Facebook page to learn more.
• Cameron Community Ministries
48 Cameron St. , Rochester, NY 14606 • 585-254-2697
info@cameronministeries.com • https://cameroncommunity.org
Cameron Community Ministries provides support programs for neighborhood residents. These include after school educational programs, recreational programs, and a digital computer lab that residents can use to create resumes, file necessary paperwork online or just access the Internet. Those hoping to use the computer lab must schedule an appointment. Those in need can also turn to it for free food, clothing and hot meals. Hot meals are served noon–1:30 p.m. Monday-Friday. Those hoping to obtain free food from the food pantry must call for an appointment.
• Catholic Charities Family and Community Services
Water Tower Park, 1099 Jay St., Building J, Rochester, NY 14611 • 585-339-9800
Offers a wealth of programs for those who have developmental disabilities, traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), chronic illnesses and HIV/AIDS. The agency also has residential sites for adults who have developmental disabilities, and offers programs that help those who have TBI, chronic illnesses and HIV/AIDS live independently in the community.
• Catholic Charities of the Finger Lakes
Auburn Office: 134 E. Genesee St., Auburn, NY 13021 • 315-253-2222
Canandaigua Office: 120 N Main St., Suite 40, Canandaigua, NY 14424 • 585-394-0190
Geneva Office: 94 Exchange St., Geneva, NY 14456 • 315-789-2235
Newark Office: 180 E. Union St., Newark, NY 14513 • 315-331-4867
Offers many services, including emergency assistance and help with applying for SSI. Serves Ontario, Seneca, Yates, Wayne and Cayuga counties.
• Catholic Charities Steuben/Livingston
34 E. State St., Mt. Morris, NY 14510 • 585-658-4466
https://ccsteubenlivingston.
Provides a host of services for families, children and youth. Those include emergency assistance and housing, family therapy, parenting classes, case management, therapeutic foster care, addiction services and support, assistance with signing up for SNAP benefits and food pantries.
• Catholic Charities Family and Community Services
87 N Clinton Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 • 585-546-7220
CFC has multiple sites in Monroe County. Its programs include those that support seniors and families, assist with foster care and adoption, help with refugee resettlement, provide chemical dependency treatment, mental health services and crisis counseling; and supply emergency housing. The nonprofit also has an emergency food pantry. CFC’s programs are site-specific. Call the main number to learn where to go for that which you need.
• CDS Monarch
860 Hard Road, Webster NY 14580 • 585-341-4600
CDS Monarch serves those who have intellectual and developmental disabilities, providing residential homes throughout Monroe and Wayne counties, prevocational training, clinics that offer physical therapy and other treatments, and other benefits.
• Charles Settlement House, Inc.
71 Parkway, Rochester, NY 14608 • 585-277-0810
https://
Serves families, individuals and children in northwest Rochester through providing emergency assistance, after-school activities and a day camp for kids, meals for seniors and other services. Seniors served breakfast from 8-9:30 a.m., lunch from noon-1 p.m. Monday through Friday.
• CP Rochester
3399 Winton Road S, Rochester, NY 14623 • 585-334-6000
CP Rochester helps individuals of all ages and abilities who have cerebral palsy and other disabling conditions to determine their own pathways in life. The nonprofit partners with individuals, families and the community to fulfill the individual’s right to live a productive and rewarding life. CP Rochester provides a wide range of quality health, educational, residential and support services in the Greater Rochester area to assist individuals in achieving their goals. The organization envisions a community where people of all abilities lead rewarding lives. Meaningful partnerships are nurtured to ensure all doors are open, and opportunities are available for everyone.
• DePaul
1931 Buffalo Road, Rochester, NY 14624 • 585-426-8000
This nonprofit has addiction prevention, affordable housing and vocational programs, senior living communities and residences for those who have mental health issues and provides other services as well.
• Empowering People’s Independence (EPI)
1650 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 • 585-442-6420
Empowering People’s Independence (EPI), previously Epilepsy-Pralid, provides comprehensive services to children and adults with developmental disabilities, epilepsy, and neurological and chronic health conditions. EPI’s offerings include self-direction, community habilitation, support groups, education, advocacy and respite. EPI also offers the only week-long overnight camp for children and young adults with epilepsy in New York state.
• Family Counseling Service of the Finger Lakes, Inc.
Main Office: 671 S Exchange St., Geneva, NY 14456 • 315-789-2613
Ontario County Office: 514 S Main St., Canandaigua, NY 14424 • 585-394-8220
Newark Office: 165 E. Union St., 2nd Floor, Newark, NY 14513 • 315-331-8493
Other locations by appointment only.
Provides professional, confidential services that help individuals and families resolve parent-child conflicts and marital difficulties, and deal with low self-esteem, depression, communication issues, work-related stresses and family violence. Also provides Hispanic bilingual family services and LGBTQ support and advocacy. Telehealth services available. Serves Ontario, Wayne, Monroe, Seneca, & Yates counties.
• Finger Lakes Community Health
Geneva Community Health: 601-B W Washington St., Geneva, NY 14456 • 315-781-8448
Newark Community Health: 513 W Union St., Newark, NY 14513 • 315-573-7577
Sodus Community Health: 6341 Ridge Road, Sodus, NY 14551 • 315-483-1199
Penn Yan Community Health Dental: 160 Main St., Penn Yan, NY 14527 • 315-536-2024
Dundee Dental Center: 6 Stoll St., Dundee, NY 14837 • 607-243-7080
Ovid Community Health: 7150 N. Main St., Ovid, NY 14521 • 607-403-0065
Port Byron Community Health: 60 Main St., Port Byron, NY 13140 • 315-776-9700
Bath Community Health: 6890 County Route 113, Bath, NY • 607-776-3063
Offers medical, dental and behavioral health care, reproductive health services, treatment for STDs and other services. Offers a sliding fee discount program based on family size and household income. No patients are turned away due to the inability to pay for services, health insurance status or citizenship. Affiliated with UR Medicine.
• Hickok Center for Brain Injury
2320 Brighton Henrietta Townline Road, Suites 400 and 500, Rochester, NY 14623 • 585-271-8640
The Hickock Center for Brain Injury’s offerings include structured day and evening programs, independent living skills programs and vocational services. All are provided in a safe, supportive environment in which adults who have suffered brain injuries and other neurological challenges can design and direct their own life journeys.
• Huther Doyle Health Home
360 East Ave., Rochester, NY 14604 • 585-325-5100
www.hutherdoyle.com/health-
Huther Doyle Health Home is a case management system that helps Medicaid recipients stay healthy while avoiding hospital stays and visits to emergency rooms. Those eligible for the program must either struggle with two or more chronic health conditions (such as diabetes, heart disease or a substance abuse disorder), or have a significant mental illness, or be living with HIV/AIDS. The program’s case managers help their clients navigate health care systems, coordinate their medical appointments and link them to sources of affordable housing, food, clothing, transportation and other necessities.
• Livingston County Department of Social Services
1 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510 • 585-243-7300
www.livingstoncountyny.gov/
Offers programs that provide a myriad of social and financial services for children, adults and families who reside in the county, including child and adult protective services. The agency also provides financial assistance, help with utility costs, and other forms of aid. Some programs have income eligibility requirements.
• Monroe County Department of Human Services
111 Westfall Road, Rochester, NY 14620 • 585-753-6000
Offers a comprehensive list of services that promote a higher quality of life for Monroe County’s families, children, elderly and disadvantaged adults.
• Ontario County Mental Health Center
Canandaigua Office, 3019 County Complex Drive , Canandaigua, NY 14424 • 585-396-4363
https://ontariocountyny.gov/
Provides evaluation, treatment and referral services for Ontario County residents aged 5 years old and above. Clinic services are confidential, except where confidentiality is prohibited by law.
• Ontario County Social Services
Hopewell Office: 3010 County Complex Drive, Canandaigua, NY 14424 • 585-396-4060 • 877-814-6907
Geneva Office: 83 Seneca St., Geneva, NY 14456 • 315-789-2841
https://ontariocountyny.gov/
Provides a wealth of services that support and protect families and individuals, and encourage personal responsibility and self-sufficiency.
• The Salvation Army of Greater Rochester
70 Liberty Pole Way, PO Box 41210, Rochester, NY 14604 • 585-987-9500
https://rochesterny.
Offers a great number of services. Those include emergency and family services, food pantries, summer programs for youth, programs that provide holiday meals for families and Christmas gifts for children, and Adopt-A-Family.
• St. Joseph’s Neighborhood Center
417 South Ave., Rochester, NY 14620 • 585-325-5260
Provides comprehensive health care, social work services, counseling and other services to uninsured or underinsured individuals and families. Call to set up initial appointment.
• United Way of Greater Rochester and the Finger Lakes
75 College Ave., Rochester, NY 14607 • 585-242-6400
United Way of Greater Rochester’s mission is to unite the good will and resources of the Greater Rochester community so that everyone can thrive. Serves Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Ontario, Wyoming and Wayne counties.
• Volunteers of America Upstate New York (VOA)
214 Lake Ave., Rochester, NY 14608 • 585-647-1150
Helps those in local communities emerge from poverty, become more self-reliant and reach their full potential. To those ends, the VOA provides childcare, housing and support services for the homeless, employment services, life skills training and other forms of assistance.