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Erie County Department of Social Services The Department of Social Services is responsible for administering social services programs to indivi

The Erie County Department of Social Services (ECDSS) uses social media to inform the residents of Erie County about the services provided by ECDSS and other community partners. Please note that this is a moderated online discussion site and subject to New York State Public Records Laws, e-discovery laws, and related policies. Under the Children’s Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998, persons und

er the age of 13 years old are not allowed to submit questions or comments. ECDSS reserves the right to delete posts and comments counter to our social media purpose and guidelines. The following are examples of unacceptable social network content and comments, but is not intended to be all-inclusive:
• Vulgar, profane, or abusive language or content;
• Personal or obscene attacks of any kind;
• Offensive terms targeting individuals or groups;
• Content that promotes or perpetuates discrimination on the basis of race, creed,
color, age, religion, gender, marital status, national origin, source of income,
disability, or sexual orientation;
• Solicitations of business or links to any site;
• Partisan campaign-affiliated commentary;
• Infringement on copyrights or trademarks, and;
• Confidential or non-public information. The opinions, comments, posts, and links shared on this social media site do not reflect the opinions and positions of the Erie County Department of Social Services, Erie County government, its leadership or staff. If you have any questions regarding this moderated discussion site, please contact the ECDSS Community Coordinator at (716) 858-7511.

01/06/2026
01/06/2026
This June, Erie County Department of Social Services proudly recognizes Pride Month as a time to celebrate the strength,...
01/06/2026

This June, Erie County Department of Social Services proudly recognizes Pride Month as a time to celebrate the strength, diversity, and resilience of the LGBTQ+ community. We are committed to fostering an environment of dignity, respect, and inclusion for all employees, clients, and community members. By embracing diversity and supporting one another, we help build stronger families, stronger communities, and a more compassionate Erie County for everyone. Happy Pride Month! 🌈

01/06/2026

Care to Give Monday returns today, this Monday, June 1st, starting at 11am at the Resource Council of WNY, 347 East Ferry Street!

Thanks to our partnership with Trader Joe's, they are sharing their harvest of unsold but perfectly edible foods with us to distribute to the community!

🍓 Assorted Fruits and Veggies (everything!)
🍗 Various Meats (chicken,, meatloaf, pork, steak, salmon, and etc.)
🍞 Delicious Breads, Bagels, desserts and more!

As always, distribution is first come, first served and while supplies last. Every week is different and we're grateful! All those in need are welcome.

🌬️ Stay Cool This Summer with HEAP Cooling Assistance 🌬️The Erie County Department of Social Services is here to help el...
29/05/2026

🌬️ Stay Cool This Summer with HEAP Cooling Assistance 🌬️

The Erie County Department of Social Services is here to help eligible households stay safe and comfortable during the warmer months through the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) Cooling Assistance Benefit.

☀️ Cooling Outreach Dates – June 2026

Eligible residents may receive assistance toward an air conditioner or fan (including installation) to help keep homes cool and safe during extreme heat.

Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with HEAP Outreach staff and learn more about eligibility and how to apply.

📞 For more information, visit: https://www3.erie.gov/heap/

29/05/2026

As we enter and , here are some prom safety tips to be aware of.

28/05/2026

May is Foster Care Awareness Month—a time to recognize the importance of kinship care, foster families, and the lasting impact stable, loving homes have on children and youth.

Tammy and Ricky, kinship parents with New Directions Youth & Family Services, shared their experience caring for their granddaughter and reflected on their journey.

Their story highlights the meaningful role kinship caregivers play in providing safety, stability, and family connections for children in care.

This Foster Care Awareness Month, we honor the voices of families with lived experience and encourage our community to continue supporting children and caregivers across every path to permanency. 💙

The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type o...
28/05/2026

The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible.
🔗 An online option is available at: bit.ly/3P5RVMP
📆 Two in-person trainings will be offered during the month of June beginning June 1st!
Courses are free, but you must register at: bit.ly/3QyDlhf
Each family that attends receives one preparedness kit!

The NY Citizen Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible.

🔗 An online option is available at: bit.ly/3P5RVMP

📆 Two in-person trainings will be offered during the month of June.

Courses are free, but you must register at: bit.ly/3QyDlhf

Each family that attends receives one preparedness kit!

Today is Opening day of the farmers market at the Delavan Grider Community Center. Please don’t forget to bring a reusab...
28/05/2026

Today is Opening day of the farmers market at the Delavan Grider Community Center. Please don’t forget to bring a reusable bag for your fresh produce!

Opening day of the farmers market at the Delavan Grider Community Center. Please don’t forget to bring a reusable bag for your fresh produce! 🥗

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Monday 08:00 - 16:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:00
Thursday 08:00 - 16:00
Friday 08:00 - 16:00

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(716) 858-8000

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