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Department of Social Services

The Westchester County Department of Social Services helps eligible residents with food, shelter, medical and financial needs.

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General Information

Call our Case Management Information Center (CMIC).

Apply for Benefits Online

Use New York State's My Benefits web portal

Find a District Office

DSS has District Offices in Mount Vernon, Peekskill, White Plains and Yonkers. 

After Hours Emergency Contact

Monday- Friday, midnight to 9 a.m. and round the clock weekends and holidays.

County Police will answer and refer you to Emergency Services.