Colonie

Local offices in Colonie

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

• Human services · Regional office

  211 NENY

  Help here

  • Community information and referralCall 211 to find local help with food, housing, health care, work, and other needs.
  Call 888-366-3211Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on 211neny.org

• Local office · City office

  Colonie Town Hall

  534 New Loudon Road, Latham, NY 12110

  Help here

  • Town servicesVisit or call the town government for help finding town services and offices.
  Call 518-783-2700DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on townofcolonie.gov

• Library · Regional office

  William K. Sanford Town Library

  629 Albany Shaker Road, Loudonville, NY 12211

  Help here

  • Library servicesGet a library card, borrow materials, use computers, or join programs for all ages.
  Call 518-458-9274DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on colonielibrary.org

Town of Colonie website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Colonie

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

Offices for all of Albany County

Colonie is in Albany County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Albany County Department of Social Services

  162 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12210

  Help here

  • Food, cash, and energy assistanceApply for food benefits, temporary assistance, and help with heating costs.Apply onlineRead more
  • Child supportGet help with child support orders, paternity, and support payments.Read more
  • Child care subsidyApply for help paying for child care if your family meets the program rules.Read more
  • MedicaidGet help applying for or managing Medicaid coverage.Read more
  Call 518-447-7300DirectionsWebsite

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Northeast Region

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 to get connected with local food, housing, health, and other support.Read more
  Call 211Website

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on 211neny.org

• Housing help · Regional office

  Albany Housing Authority

  200 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12202

  Help here

  • Public housing and rental assistanceApply for public housing and check whether housing assistance applications are open.Apply onlineRead more
  Call 518-641-7500DirectionsWebsite

  Last checked October 8, 2026 · Found on albanyhousing.org

• Public health · County office

  Albany County Department of Health

  175 Green Street, Albany, NY 12202

  Help here

  • Public health servicesGet information about immunizations, disease prevention, and other county health services.Read more
  Call 518-447-4580DirectionsWebsite

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Albany County Department of Mental Health

  260 South Pearl Street, Albany, NY 12202

  Help here

  • Mental health and substance use supportFind county mental health services and referrals for treatment and support.
  Call 518-447-4555DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Hon. Francis Bergan Law Library

  Albany County Courthouse, 16 Eagle Street, Room 406, Albany, NY 12207

  Help here

  • Legal information and researchUse public legal materials and ask library staff for help finding legal information.
  Call 518-285-8954DirectionsWebsite

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

Everything in Albany 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