rent and bill Assistance

Below is a list of programs available to Schuyler Residents. Note that many programs are subject to the availability of funds. Please check the individual sites for available funds.

Programs/Services
Description
For More Information
Contact
Section 8 Rental Assistance Program
HCV Program (Section 8) provides rental assistance to very low and low-income households.
Arbor Housing and Development
607-654-7487
Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
HEAP helps with the cost of heating and cooling to low-income households. This program also provides emergency benefits to households in a heat-related emergency.
Schuyler County Department of Social Services
607-535-8303
NYSEG Bill assistance
Project SHARE Heating Fund is designed to help income-eligible NYSEG customers with active disconnect notices.
NYSEG Project SHARE
800-599-4327
Utility and rent assistance
When funding is available SHOC can assist with utilities and security deposits.
Schuyler Housing Opportunities Council (SHOC)
607-228-7319
Water and Wastewater Bill assistance
NYS Low-income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) - Helps pay for the cost of drinking water and wastewater services.LIHWAP
833-690-0208
Legal Assistance
Law NY can provide free legal assistance to eligible residents who are facing eviction, foreclosure, or a number of other housing related legal issues.Law NY
607-734-1647