Emergency Services Program
The Emergency Services Program (ESP) serves income-eligible families and individuals primarily in Otsego County. A short income sheet is done when people request assistance. Under the ESP, people can receive assistance with the following:
- Hygiene and cleaning products: shampoo, soap, laundry detergent, etc
- Prescription medications
- Transportation, such as bus passes and gas cards to work or doctor appointments
- Furniture items
- Holiday assistance for Thanksgiving
To apply for assistance you may complete the attached forms.
Any questions you may call at 607-432-2870 or contact the ESP manager at
FSA offers support with some emergency needs, as funding allows. Under this program, the agency assists with essential medications, furniture recycling and hygiene/cleaning supplies. The Emergency Services Program also helps with housing search assistance, where the use of phones and newspapers are available-some transportation may be provided.
Two holiday programs are also available through FSA. The Thanksgiving Food Basket Project allows families to receive a food Basket, so they can prepare a hot meal in their own home. The Family Service Association works with other agencies and groups to provide this service.
Our Christmas Adopt A Family project provides food, gifts or both to families. Area groups, families and individuals may choose to adopt a child or a fanily for Christmas.