Basic Needs and Mental Health Support
Need help? These resources are ready to support you.
Hunger Solutions NY
New Yorkers applying or recertifying for SNAP can still complete interviews and provide signatures by phone, thanks to a USDA waiver extended through October 31, 2024. This adjustment makes it easier to access food benefits without needing an in-person appointment.
WIC Program
WIC stands for Women, Infants, and Children. It’s a free nutrition program for children under the age 5, supported by parents and caregivers (including foster parents and grandparents), people who are pregnant, and people who are up to 6 months postpartum or 12 months, if breastfeeding
FEMA
FEMA (the Federal Emergency Management Agency) helps individuals and communities prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters. They provide emergency assistance, financial aid, and resources to support resilience before and after crises.
Library Benefits
Emergency Hotlines
If you’re in crisis or need immediate help, call now — support is available 24/7.
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Niagara County Crisis Services Hotline
The Niagara County Crisis Hotline offers 24/7, confidential support for anyone in emotional distress or facing a mental health crisis.
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Suicide Prevention Hotline
If you’re in emotional distress or thinking about suicide, call or text 988 to reach the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline; confidential, 24/7 support is always available.
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National Child Abuse Hotline
If you suspect a child is being abused or neglected, call the New York State Child Abuse Hotline, available 24/7 to protect children and connect families with help.
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Rape Crisis Hotline
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual assault, call the 24/7 RAINN National Sexual Assault Hotline for free, confidential support and resources.
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Domestic Violence Hotline
If you’re experiencing domestic violence or need someone to talk to, call the National Domestic Violence Hotline for free, confidential help available 24/7.
Additional Resources
Explore Helpful Resources for Learning, Jobs, and Community Support
Take Home Learning Kits
Newfane Public Library now has learning kits available to offer our patrons the opportunity to learn and play from the comfort of home.
Income Tax Forms
Need income tax forms? Click here for both the Federal and New York State tax sites. Search for current year forms or for prior years.
The Help Book
The Help Book is a directory of community services for Niagara County and is a part of the information and referral program of the Mental Health Association in Niagara County.
2-1-1 WNY
2-1-1 WNY is your free and confidential link to health and human services. 2-1-1 connects you to local agencies that can assist you with: Food, Shelter, Clothing, Disabilities, Pregnancy, Employment, Substance Use, Developmental Disabilities, Mental Health.