Lewiston
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Local offices in Lewiston
We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.
Utilities · City office
Water Department Business Office
1375 Ridge Road, Lewiston, NY 14092
Help here
- Water and sewer billingGet help understanding or paying your town water and sewer bill.Apply online
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townoflewistonny.gov
Local office · City office
Town Hall
1375 Ridge Road, Lewiston, NY 14092
Help here
- Town servicesContact the town for help with local government services and questions.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townoflewistonny.gov
Older adults · City office
Town of Lewiston Senior Center
4361 Lower River Road, Youngstown, NY 14174
Help here
- Senior center programs and mealsJoin activities and arrange a weekday lunch at the senior center.
- Senior transportationCall ahead to arrange rides to the center, medical visits, or errands.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townoflewistonny.gov
Local office · Regional office
211 WNY
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 any time to get connected with local help for food, housing, health, and other needs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211wny.org
Jobs and training · State office
Niagara's WorkSourceOne One Stop Career Center
1001 Eleventh Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Help here
- Job and career servicesGet help searching for jobs, applying online, or planning a career.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on dol.ny.gov
Library · Regional office
Lewiston Public Library
305 South Eighth Street, Lewiston, NY 14092
Help here
- Library materials and programsGet a library card, borrow materials, use public computers, or join library programs.Read more
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on lewistonpubliclibrary.org
Checked on October 9, 2026
Nonprofits that serve Lewiston
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
Neighborhood Legal Services, 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
Niagara Community Action Program, Inc.
1521 Main Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14305-0000
Listed on dos.ny.gov, checked on October 9, 2026
Offices for all of Niagara County
Lewiston is in Niagara County. These county and state offices serve people there too.
Human services · County office
Niagara County Department of Social Services
20 East Avenue, Lockport, NY 14094
Help here
- Public benefitsApply for cash assistance, SNAP food benefits, HEAP heating help, Medicaid, and child care assistance.Apply onlineRead more
- Child supportGet help establishing parentage or a support order and collecting child support.Read more
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on downloads.niagaracounty.gov
Housing authority · Regional office
Niagara Falls Housing Authority
744 Tenth Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Help here
- Public housingApply for affordable public housing in Niagara Falls.Apply online
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nfha.org
Local office · Regional office
211 WNY
Help here
- Community resource referralsCall 211 any time for free, confidential help finding local health and human services.
Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on 211wny.org
Public health · County office
Niagara County Department of Health
55 Stevens Street, Lockport, NY 14094
Help here
- Public health servicesFind county health clinics, disease prevention services, and help with environmental health concerns.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on downloads.niagaracounty.gov
Mental health and recovery · County office
Niagara County Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services
475 South Transit Street, Suite 500, Lockport, NY 14094
Help here
- Counseling and wellness servicesContact the county for counseling, substance use support, and behavioral health services.
- 24-hour crisis servicesCall the county crisis line for urgent mental health support.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on downloads.niagaracounty.gov
Courts and legal help · County office
Niagara County Law Library
175 Hawley Street, Lockport, NY 14094
Help here
- Legal reference resourcesUse law library materials to research legal topics and court procedures.
Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nycourts.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.
- GoodsClothing, diapers, furniture, a phone and other things for home.
- TransitBus fares, rides and getting to appointments.
- 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.
- LegalFree legal help, and help staying safe.
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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