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Physical reentry hub to connect to support and services

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25April

Service Link Stop Extended HoursApril 25, 2023 | 9am-6pm
25April

Curbside Care, Health & Harm Reduction Services, Screenings & SuppliesApril 25, 2023 | 11am-5pm
27April

FeedMore WNY Mobile Food Pantry DistributionApril 27, 2023 | 9:00am-11:00am

Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) can help eligible New Yorkers heat and cool their homes.

If you are eligible, you may receive one regular HEAP benefit per program year and could also be eligible for emergency HEAP benefits if you are in danger of running out of fuel or having your utility service shut off.

Questions regarding the HEAP program should be directed to your HEAP Local District Contact.

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Feb 08, 2023

We Need Treatment Instead of Jail

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CRJ to open Buffalo reentry center in early 2020

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Apr 17, 2019

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Expanding Medicaid Coverage to the Incarcerated and Those Recently Released

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Apr 25, 2022

New York set to pass ‘Clean Slate’ bill which could help millions seal old criminal convictions

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