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Local offices in Brocton
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Village of Brocton Utility Billing
34 West Main St, Brocton, NY 14716
Help here
- Electric, water, and sewer billsPay electric, water, and sewer bills in person or get help with billing questions.Apply online
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on brocton.org
Local office · City office
Village of Brocton Hall
34 West Main St, Brocton, NY 14716
Help here
- Village clerk and resident servicesVisit the clerk for village government information and help with village matters.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on brocton.org
Local office · City office
Town of Portland
87 W. Main St, Brocton, NY 14716
Help here
- Town office and permitsContact the town office for town services and building or zoning permit information.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofportlandny.gov
Library · Regional office
Ahira Hall Memorial Library
37 W. Main St, Brocton, NY 14716
Help here
- Library servicesVisit the library to borrow materials, use its resources, and attend community programs.
Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on ahirahall.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Food near you
Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Brocton first. Hours change, so call first when you can.
Food pantry
The Belle Center Food Pantry
The Belle Center
45 miles from the center of Brocton104 Maryland Street, Buffalo, NY 14201
Hours
- Fri9 AM to 1 PM
Who can come: Residents in ZIP codes 14201, 14202, and 14213
What to bring: Identification is required; bring reusable bags
Listed on thebellecenter.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Food Pantry at 206 S. Elmwood Ave.
Evergreen Health
45 miles from the center of Brocton206 S. Elmwood Ave., Buffalo, NY 14201
Hours
- Mon9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
- Tue1 PM to 3 PM
- Thu1 PM to 3 PM
- Fri9:30 AM to 11:30 AM
Who can come: Eligible Evergreen Health patients and residents of ZIP code 14201
What to bring: Complete a short intake with the pantry representative
Listed on evergreenhs.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
South Buffalo Community Table
45 miles from the center of Brocton187 Southside Parkway, Buffalo, NY 14220
Hours
- Mon4 PM to 5 PM
- Tue4 PM to 5 PM
- Wed4 PM to 5 PM
- Thu4 PM to 5 PM
Who can come: People who seek its service; no qualifications or questions asked
Listed on sbcommunitytable.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Friends of Night People, Inc. Food Pantry
Friends of Night People, Inc.
45 miles from the center of Brocton394 Hudson Street, Buffalo, NY 14201
Hours
- Tue7 PM to 9 PM
Who can come: People in ZIP codes 14201, 14213, and 14222
What to bring: Bring photo identification, proof of residency, and income verification
Listed on friendsofnightpeople.com, checked on October 9, 2026
Food pantry
Buffalo City Mission Food Pantry
Buffalo City Mission
45 miles from the center of Brocton100 E. Tupper Street, Buffalo, NY 14203
Hours
- Mon10 AM to 12 PM. Subject to change
- Wed10 AM to 12 PM. Subject to change
Listed on buffalocitymission.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Free meals
Community Meal Program
Buffalo City Mission
45 miles from the center of Brocton100 E. Tupper Street, Buffalo, NY 14203
Hours
- Mon8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 4:30 PM. Dinner
- Tue8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 4:30 PM. Dinner
- Wed8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 4:30 PM. Dinner
- Thu8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 4:30 PM. Dinner
- Fri8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 4:30 PM. Dinner
- Sat8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 4:30 PM. Dinner
- Sun8:30 AM to 9 AM. Breakfast; 11:30 AM to 12 PM. Lunch; 4 PM to 4:30 PM. Dinner
Who can come: Everyone is welcome
Listed on buffalocitymission.org, checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Brocton
Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.
Food bank
Food banks supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call or check the website to find one close by.
Nonprofit
FeedMore Western New York, Inc.
100 James E. Casey Dr., Buffalo, NY 14206
Listed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
Free legal help
Free help with civil legal problems, like eviction, benefits and family law, for people with low incomes. Funded by the Legal Services Corporation.
Nonprofit
Legal Assistance of Western New York, Inc.
Listed on lsc.gov, checked on October 10, 2026
Community action
Local nonprofits that help people with low incomes. Many help with energy bills, rent, jobs and taxes. Call to ask what they offer now.
Nonprofit
Chautauqua Opportunities, Inc.
17 West Courtney Street, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Listed on dos.ny.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Job help near Brocton
American Job Centers are free. They help you look for work, write a resume, find training and apply for unemployment benefits. You can ask for an interpreter.
CareerOneStop lists no American Job Center in Brocton. These are the closest.
American Job Center
Chautauqua Works
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
8.5 miles away
407 Central Avenue, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Hours: M-F: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Updated by CareerOneStop on September 11, 2026
American Job Center
Chautauqua Works
Also helps young people and people leaving jail or prison
23 miles away
4 East 3rd Street, Jamestown, NY 14701
Hours: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Monday - Friday
Updated by CareerOneStop on September 7, 2026
American Job Center · Affiliate center
Buffalo Downtown - Career Center
45 miles away
284 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14202
Hours: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 4:30pm
Updated by CareerOneStop on September 29, 2026
Unemployment benefits in New York
If you lost your job or your hours were cut, you may be able to get unemployment insurance. You apply with the state, and the state decides who qualifies.
Workforce board for this area
The workforce board plans the job and training programs here and funds the job centers. Go to a job center for help; call the board with questions about its programs.
Workforce board
Chautauqua County Workforce Investment Board
4 East 3rd Street, Suite 102, Jamestown, NY 14701
Workforce board
New York State Department of Labor
State Campus, Building 12, Room 450, Albany, NY 12240
Offices for all of Chautauqua County
Brocton is in Chautauqua County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Chautauqua County Social Services, Jamestown
110 East Fourth Street, Jamestown, NY 14701
Help here
- Temporary Assistance, SNAP, and MedicaidApply for cash assistance, food benefits, and Medicaid through the county social services office.Apply online
- Emergency assistanceAsk about help with urgent housing, utility, food, or safety needs.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on chautauquacountyny.gov
Human services · County office
Chautauqua County Social Services, Dunkirk
319 Central Avenue, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Help here
- Temporary Assistance, SNAP, and MedicaidApply for cash assistance, food benefits, and Medicaid through the county social services office.Apply online
- Emergency assistanceAsk about help with urgent housing, utility, food, or safety needs.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on chautauquacountyny.gov
State office · Nonprofit
Catholic Charities of Buffalo WIC
42 Dunham Place, Jamestown, NY 14701
Help here
- WICAsk about WIC nutrition support and benefits for eligible families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.ny.gov
State office · Nonprofit
Catholic Charities of Buffalo WIC, Dunkirk
326 Central Avenue, 1st Floor, Dunkirk, NY 14048
Help here
- WICAsk about WIC nutrition support and benefits for eligible families.
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on health.ny.gov
Public health · County office
Chautauqua County Health Department
7 North Erie Street, Mayville, NY 14757
Help here
- Public health servicesGet information about county health programs, immunizations, and community health services.Read more
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on chautauquacountyny.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Chautauqua County Mental Hygiene Services
2 Academy Street, Suite 201, Mayville, NY 14757
Help here
Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on chautauquacountyny.gov
New York programs by kind of help
These are run by New York and work the same everywhere in the state. Each page lists the programs and how to apply.
- FoodFood benefits, WIC, school meals and food banks.
- HousingRent help, shelter, and help with heat and power bills.
- HealthHealth coverage, Medicare, mental health care and help with drug costs.
- MoneyCash help, disability, retirement and veterans payments, and tax help.
- CareChild care, help for older adults and disability support.
- EducationHelp paying for college and training, and free preschool.
- WorkJobs, unemployment, and the IDs and papers you need for work.
- Legal helpFree legal help with eviction, family law, benefits and more.
- SafetyHelp with abuse at home, a safe place to stay, and crisis lines.
Checked on October 8, 2026
Federal help anyone can use
These come from the federal government, so they work the same in every state.
- Supplemental Security Income (SSI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people with little income and few resources who are 65 or older, blind, or have a disability, including children.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI)
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes and now cannot work because of a disability that will last a long time.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Social Security retirement benefits
Social Security Administration. Monthly payments for people who worked and paid Social Security taxes, starting as early as 62. Spouses and widows may also get benefits.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - Medicare
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. Health insurance for people 65 or older and for some younger people with a disability or kidney failure.
Call 1-800-633-4227 - Extra Help with Medicare drug costs
Social Security Administration. Help paying for Medicare prescription drug plans for people with limited income and resources.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - VA health care
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Health care at VA clinics and hospitals for veterans who served in the active military and did not get a dishonorable discharge.
Call 1-877-222-8387 - VA disability compensation and benefits
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Monthly payments for veterans with an illness or injury caused or made worse by military service, plus education, home loan and other benefits.
Call 1-800-827-1000 - FAFSA, the federal student aid form
U.S. Department of Education. One free form that opens federal grants, work-study and loans for college or trade school. Many states and schools use it for their own aid too.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Federal Pell Grant
U.S. Department of Education. Money for college or trade school that usually does not have to be paid back, for students with financial need.
Call 1-800-433-3243 - Lifeline phone and internet discount
Federal Communications Commission. A monthly discount on phone or internet service for households with low income or who get benefits like SNAP, Medicaid or SSI.
Call 1-800-234-9473 - Head Start and Early Head Start
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Free preschool, child care and family support for young children from birth to age 5 in families with low income, run by local programs.
Call 1-866-763-6481 - IRS Free File
Internal Revenue Service. File your federal tax return online for free with tax software offered through the IRS, if your income is under the year's limit.
- VITA and TCE free tax help
Internal Revenue Service. IRS-certified volunteers prepare and file your taxes for free, in person, for people with low or moderate income, older adults and people with disabilities.
Call 1-800-906-9887 - Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
Internal Revenue Service. A federal tax credit for people who work and earn low to moderate income. It can mean a bigger refund, even if you owe no tax.
Call 1-800-829-1040 - Housing Choice Vouchers (Section 8)
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Help paying rent in a home you choose, for families with very low income, older adults and people with disabilities. Local housing authorities run it, and many have waiting lists.
- Replace a Social Security card
Social Security Administration. Get a free replacement Social Security card if yours was lost, stolen or damaged. Many people can ask online.
Call 1-800-772-1213 - FEMA disaster assistance
Federal Emergency Management Agency. Help with a place to stay, repairs and other needs after a disaster the President has declared in your area.
Call 1-800-621-3362
Checked on October 9, 2026
Talk to a person
- 211 WNY
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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