White Plains, NY Assistance Programs

Below we the White Plains assistance programs.

If you would like to see ALL of the assistance programs in Westchester County community resources, visit the link below: All Westchester County Assistance

Services Provided on this page:
> Housing Programs and Assistance. ie. low income housing
> Food Assistance. ie. pantries, soup kitchens
> Numerous Helpful programs not listed above ie. bus tickets, free rides


Assistance Programs In White Plains, NY

White Plains, NY Housing Assistance

Our housing assistance programs include HUD, housing assistance, Section 8, subsidized housing programs in Westchester County.

Open Arms Shelter(Male only facility)

86 East Post Rd.
White Plains, NY - 10601
(914)948-5044
Warming/drop-in center for single individuals seeking shelter from the cold, may be contacted directly. Families seeking shelter after hours or during weekends should contact DSS Emergency Services at (914) 995-2099. The Office of Temporary Housing Assistance (OTHA) of the Westchester County DSS provides temporary shelter to homeless families, singles and childless couples. The office partners with not-for-profit agencies who provide case management services in shelter facilities, transitional residences and emergency apartments. Homeless programs are designed to lead the homeless population toward permanent housing and independence...

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Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) Westchester County

112 East Post Road
White Plains, NY - 10601
914-995-3333
Services: Offers temporary cash assistance, food assistance, heating assistance, oversight of New York State's child support enforcement program, determination of certain aspects of eligibility for Social Security disability benefits, oversight of homeless housing and service programs, and assistance to certain immigrant populations. Hours of Operation: Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. ..

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White Plains and Surrounding Area Samaritan House Shelter(Female only facility)

33 Church St.
White Plains, NY - 10601
(914) 948-3075
The heating/reception center for single individuals seeking shelter from the cold can be contacted directly. Families seeking shelter after hours or on weekends should contact DSS Emergency Services at (914) 995-2099. The Office of Temporary Housing Assistance (OTHA) of Westchester County DSS offers temporary shelter for homeless families, singles, and childless couples. The office is partnered with nonprofit agencies that offer case management services in shelters, transitional homes, and emergency apartments. Programs for the homeless are designed to lead the homeless population to permanent housing and independence. ..

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Westchester County Department of Social Services Office

85 Court Street
White Plains, NY - 10601
(914) 995-3333
Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon. - Fri., except holidays. The Westchester County Department of Social Services provides a variety of services to county residents of low income and for families under severe financial pressure from catastrophic illness or family breakup. These services include, medical Assistance, Medicaid, SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps), Temporary Assistance and Homeless services. To apply for services, call or go to the district office. Emergency Services is a Department of Social Services after-hour, weekend and holiday mandated program responsible for receiving referrals and assessing the need for arranging and providing emergency services to adult individuals, children, and families in crisis situations. Services which may be provided include:     Child Protective Services     Adult Protective Services     Runaway Services     Foster Care Services     Domestic Violence Services     Family Housing Assistance     Single Adult Housing Assistance     Homemaker Services     Preventive Services     General Information and Referral Services Emergency Hotline The Emergency Hotline is (914) 995-2099 and is accessible 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Staff is in the office Monday through Friday, 4 p.m. to midnight. County police will answer the hotline Monday through Friday, midnight to 9 a.m. and round the clock weekends and holidays, and refer to Emergency Services. The Office of Child Protective Services will answer Monday through Friday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. If you believe a child is in immediate danger, call the Child Abuse Hotline at (800) 342-3720 or 911. ..

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White Plains, NY Food Assistance

Our list of food assistance programs includes: food pantries, soup kitchens, congregate meal programs in Westchester County.

White Plains District Office

85 Court Street
White Plains, NY - 10601
(914) 995-3333
Services include Medicaid, SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps), Temporary Assistance and Homeless services. Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Mon. - Fri., except holidays...

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White Plains, NY Various Assistance Programs

Below we list the helpful resource programs we have found in Westchester County.

White Plains Adult Community Center

65 Mitchell Place
White Plains, NY - 10601
(914)422-1423
The Adult Community Center conveniently located at 65 Mitchell Place on the lower level of the historical Armory Plaza. Metered parking is available on Mitchell Place or in the City Center Parking Garage located on Martine Avenue and Main Street...

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Government and Local Assistance Programs

Housing Assistance

There are many non-profit and government based organizations dedicated to providing low income housing and support. We find them for you.

Food Pantry Assistance

Food pantries, soup kitchens, food baskets. We find these local resources and list them.

Free clothing assistance

Thousands of churches and religious organizations offer low-cost or free drug and alcohol treatment as part of their missions.

Financial Assistance

There are many financial assistance programs such as TANF Cash Assistance and other bill pay resources. We help uncover those for you.