Barker

Local offices in Barker

We have not checked Barker on its own yet. Here is what we have for the area around it.

Food near you

Food pantries and free meals, closest to the center of Barker first. Hours change, so call first when you can.

• Food pantry

  Food Pantry at 3297 Bailey Ave.

  Evergreen Health

  30 miles from the center of Barker

  3297 Bailey Ave., Buffalo, NY 14215

  Hours

  • Mon10 AM to 1 PM; 2 PM to 3 PM
  • Tue10 AM to 1 PM; 2 PM to 3 PM
  • Wed10 AM to 1 PM; 2 PM to 3 PM
  • Thu10 AM to 1 PM; 2 PM to 3 PM

  Who can come: Eligible Evergreen Health patients, Community Access Services clients, and residents of ZIP code 14215

  What to bring: Complete a short intake with the pantry representative

  Call 716-847-2441DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on evergreenhs.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Mobile pantry

  Hearts Food Pantry Express at Buffalo First Church of the Nazarene

  Hearts for the Homeless

  30 miles from the center of Barker

  1270 Kenmore Ave., Buffalo, NY 14216

  Hours

  • Thu11 AM to 3 PM
  Call 716-877-3536DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on heartsforthehomeless.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Mobile pantry

  East Side Mobile Food Pantry

  Friends of Night People, Inc., with Gerard Place and community partners

  31 miles from the center of Barker

  2515 Bailey Ave., Buffalo, NY 14215

  Hours

  Hours not listed. Call first.

  First Thursday of the month; food distribution starts at 1 p.m. and registration is at noon.

  What to bring: Bring your own bags; a cart is recommended

  Call 716-884-5375DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on friendsofnightpeople.com, checked on October 9, 2026

• Mobile pantry

  Hearts Mobile Food Pantry

  Hearts for the Homeless

  31 miles from the center of Barker

  890 Tonawanda Street, Buffalo, NY 14207

  Hours

  • Wed1 PM to 3 PM (4th of the month)
  Call 716-877-3536DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on heartsforthehomeless.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Food pantry

  Hearts Harvest Food Pantry

  Hearts for the Homeless

  31 miles from the center of Barker

  870 Tonawanda Street, Buffalo, NY 14207

  Hours

  • Tue12 PM to 4 PM
  • Fri10 AM to 2 PM

  Who can come: Riverside community

  Call 716-877-3536DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on heartsforthehomeless.org, checked on October 9, 2026

• Free grocery market

  Provisions 139

  West Side Community Services

  33 miles from the center of Barker

  44 Breckenridge Street, Buffalo, NY 14213

  Hours

  • Wed12 PM to 3 PM
  • Thu5 PM to 7 PM

  Who can come: People who live in ZIP codes 14201, 14209, 14213, and 14222

  What to bring: Register in person during open hours with photo ID and proof of current address for all household members

  Call 716-970-1325DirectionsWebsite

  Listed on wscsbuffalo.org, checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Barker

Each one serves this area. Call before you go, since services and hours change.

Offices for all of Niagara County

Barker 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
  Call 716-278-8400DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on downloads.niagaracounty.gov

• Housing help · 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
  Call 716-285-6961DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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.
  Call 211Website

  Last checked 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.
  Call 716-439-7430DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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.
  Call 716-439-7410DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked 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.
  DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on nycourts.gov

Everything in Niagara County

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