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Albany County
PH (518) 512-3577 | FX (518) 621-7845
Tri-County Services Administrative Office, P.O. Box 28, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Albany County General Help & Emergency Assistance

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CATHOLIC CHARITIES VITA PROGRAM (VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE)
Administrative Office- Tri-County Services, P.O. Box 28, Rensselaer, NY 12144Phone: 518-512-3577
This program offers free tax preparation services from IRS-certified volunteer preparers. The program is available for eligible lower-income individuals from February until April. To learn more, visit unitedwaygcr.org/cash.
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EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE (INCLUDING UTILITY ASSISTANCE)
Phone: 518-273-8351
Offers support to individuals and families facing challenges in meeting their basic needs due to unforeseen circumstances. Clients who call are instructed to leave a message on our voicemail, and a Community Navigator will reach out to provide short-term case management and discuss options, such as one-time financial assistance for utilities, medical bills, or rent to prevent eviction.