New Paltz

Local offices in New Paltz

We found these on official websites. Call before you go, since hours and places can change.

• Utilities · City office

  Water and Sewer Department

  52 Clearwater Road, New Paltz, NY 12561

  Help here

  • Water and sewer service and billing helpCall the department about water or sewer service, and contact Finance about billing questions.
  Call 845-255-5050DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofnewpaltzny.gov

• Human services · City office

  Office for Community Wellness

  3 Veterans Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561

  Help here

  • Community resource information and referralsContact the office for help finding community resources and support.Read more
  Call 845-275-5413DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofnewpaltzny.gov

• Older adults · City office

  Senior Corner

  3 Veterans Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561

  Help here

  • Senior services and activitiesContact Senior Corner for information about local senior activities and support.
  Call 845-255-2512DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofnewpaltzny.gov

• Library · Nonprofit

  Elting Memorial Library

  93 Main Street, New Paltz, NY 12561

  Help here

  • Library collections and public resourcesVisit or contact the library to borrow materials, use its resources, or ask about programs.
  Call 845-255-5030DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on eltinglibrary.org

• Local office · City office

  Town Hall and Town Clerk

  52 Clearwater Road, New Paltz, NY 12561

  Help here

  • Town Clerk and tax collectionVisit the Town Clerk for town records, licenses, and tax collection.Read more
  Call 845-255-0100DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofnewpaltzny.gov

• Parks and recreation · City office

  New Paltz Community Center and Recreation

  3 Veterans Drive, New Paltz, NY 12561

  Help here

  • Recreation programsContact Recreation for town programs and activities at the Community Center.
  Call 845-255-2512DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 9, 2026 · Found on townofnewpaltzny.gov

Town of New Paltz website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve New Paltz

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

Offices for all of Ulster County

New Paltz is in Ulster County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Ulster County Department of Social Services

  1061 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Benefits and assistanceApply for SNAP, temporary assistance, Medicaid, HEAP, and emergency help.Read more
  • Child supportGet help with child support services and cases.
  • Housing and homelessness responseGet help finding emergency housing and support for long-term housing.Read more
  Call 845-334-5000DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ulstercountyny.gov

• Public health · County office

  Ulster County WIC

  239 Golden Hill Lane, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • WIC nutrition supportEligible pregnant people and families with children under five can get food benefits, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support.
  Call 845-340-3965DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ulstercountyny.gov

• Public health · County office

  Ulster County Department of Health

  239 Golden Hill Lane, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information and services that help prevent illness and protect community health.
  Call 845-340-3150DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ulstercountyny.gov

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Ulster County Department of Mental Health

  368 Broadway, Suite 401, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Behavioral health resourcesGet help finding mental health, substance use, and developmental disability services.
  • Crisis supportVisit the county crisis support center for in-person help at any time.Read more
  Call 845-340-4110DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ulstercountyny.gov

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Hon. John L. Larkin Memorial Library

  Ulster County Courthouse, 285 Wall Street, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Public law libraryUse legal books, online resources, and staff help for legal research.
  Call 845-481-9391DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on nycourts.gov

• Older adults · County office

  Ulster County Office for the Aging

  1003 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401

  Help here

  • Aging and caregiver servicesAdults age 60 and older and their families can get help with care, meals, legal services, and transportation.
  Call 845-340-3456DirectionsWebsite

  Checked on October 8, 2026 · Found on ulstercountyny.gov

Everything in Ulster 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.
• 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