Crime Victim Specialist Program - Program
New York State Police Troop D
261 Genesee Street
Oneida, NY
Provides outreach for individuals who are primary or secondary victims of serious crimes such as domestic violence, sexual assault, homicide, manslaughter, DUI/DWI with injuries, assault with injuries, elder abuse or neglect, arson, burglary, robbery, human trafficking, hate crime, mass violence, financial crimes for victims over 60, vehicular victimization, home invasions, and critical incidents.Can assist with New York State Office of Victim Services Program and confidentiality applications …
Adult Protective Services (APS) - Program
Herkimer County Department of Social Services
301 North Washington Street
Suite 2110
Herkimer, NY
A state-mandated service provided by every county with the goal of keeping vulnerable adults safely residing in the community or in the least restrictive alternative. It involves intake, investigation, and assessment of referrals of abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation of qualifying vulnerable adults. APS workers develop services plans with eligible clients to remedy physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, financial exploitation, or to address unmet, essential needs of …
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) - Program
Herkimer County Department of Social Services
301 North Washington Street
Suite 2110
Herkimer, NY
Regular Benefits range from $20 to $500. Amounts depend on income, age of household members, energy costs, and shelter situation. Typically it is a one-time only benefit during the program year.Emergency Benefits are available for persons who are eligible for HEAP and have an energy-related emergency, such as a power shutoff, less than ¼ tank oil, kerosene, or propane, or less than ten days’ supply of wood, pellets, or coal. Applicant households must meet a resource test. Benefit amounts …
Medicaid - Program
Herkimer County Department of Social Services
301 North Washington Street
Suite 2110
Herkimer, NY
Processes applications for a variety of public health insurance programs, including Medicaid for certified disabled individuals, individuals ages 65 or older, prenatal care services (presumptive eligibility), Medicaid buy-in for Working People with Disabilities, and the Medicare Savings Program. Screens individuals to determine if they need to apply for Medicaid through the NYS Health Benefit Exchange. Processes Medicaid applications for individuals seeking help paying for nursing home or long …