EMERGENCY AND TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE
IMPORTANT: Code Blue - Warming Center Activation
Update: The New Warming Center/Shelter SCHEDULE is as follows:
Open 24/7 from November 1st, 2023 til March 31st, 2024
The center is operated by Catholic Charities and is located at the 2nda Iglesia La Mision Church, 80 Elmendorf St, Kingston NY 12401. The center can be contacted directly at (845)481-4549
Law Enforcement agencies or any other organizations that come in contact with or become aware of any individuals who need shelter can bring them to the warming center.
The Family of Woodstock Hotline can be reached at (845)338-2370
Department of Social Services
The mission of the Department of Social Services is to adequately and efficiently assess, plan for and provide appropriate services to families and individuals in need. Services include Emergency Assistance for Adults, Emergency Assistance for Families, Home Energy Assistance Program, and Transitional Opportunities Program. Ulster County residents are eligible for these programs.
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm
Interviews Available: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 11 am
Emergencies are handled on a daily basis.
Department of Social Services (DSS)
1021 Development Court
Kingston, NY 12401
Visit their website
(845) 334-5440
Supplemental NUTRITION Assistance program (SNAP)
Department of Social Services (DSS)
1051 Development Court
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 334-5200
DSS website
https://www.mybenefits.ny.gov/
Hours: New applications accepted 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday-Friday
Interviews Conducted: Monday & Wednesday 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM and 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Catholic Charities of orange, sullivan, & Ulster
Assisting individuals and families with emergency rent, utilities, transportation, and food, supplemental nutrition assistance program applications, information and referral, case management, immigration services, and affordable health care. Catholic Charities of Orange, Sullivan, & Ulster can also provide families in need with clothing for children and infants.
6 Adams Street, Suite 3
Kingston, NY 12401
(845) 340-9170
Hours: 9 AM to 5 PM, Monday - Friday
Rupco
RUPCO Emergency Assistance Fund
RUPCO receives funding from the United Way of Ulster County and other sources that can be used for security deposits, one month’s rental arrears, or rental assistance. Clients requesting assistance are required to produce documentation of their hardship and show the ability to pay for their housing going forward.
Click here to download the Emergency Assistance Initial Eligibility Screening Sheet.
This application is a fillable PDF which you can complete online; however, you must print it off, sign it, and return by mail or drop off at the office at 289 Fair Street, Kingston.