Community Assistance Lines - Program
Connected Community Schools

207 N James Street
Rome, NY

Provides a helpline to connect people in need to community and Connected Community Schools resources during the pandemic, including: Food. Mental health resources. Substance use. Unemployment. Health insurance questions.

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 …