Gilbertsville

Local offices in Gilbertsville

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

• Utilities · City office

  Village of Gilbertsville Office

  107 Lovers Lane, Gilbertsville, NY 13776

  Help here

  • Water paymentsContact the village office to pay your water bill or ask about water service.
  Call 607-783-2440DirectionsWebsite

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

• Library · Nonprofit

  Gilbertsville Free Library

  17 Commercial Street, Gilbertsville, NY 13776

  Help here

  • Library materials and public accessBorrow books and other materials, use public computers and Wi-Fi, or get help with printing, copying, faxing, and scanning.Read more
  Call 607-783-2832DirectionsWebsite

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

Village of Gilbertsville website

Checked on October 9, 2026

Nonprofits that serve Gilbertsville

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

Offices for all of Otsego County

Gilbertsville is in Otsego County. These county and state offices serve people there too.

• Human services · County office

  Otsego County Social Services (DSS)

  Help here

  • Social services and benefitsContact the county to ask about social services and benefit programs.
  Website

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

• Local office · Regional office

  211 Susquehanna River Region

  Help here

  • Community resource referralsCall 211 for free, confidential help finding local services and support at any time.
  Call 800-901-2180Website

  Last checked October 9, 2026 · Found on helpme211.org

• Public health · County office

  Otsego County Health Department

  Help here

  • Public health servicesContact the county health department for local public health services.
  Website

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

• Mental health and recovery · County office

  Otsego County Mental Health

  242 Main Street, Oneonta, NY 13820

  Help here

  • Mental health careCall to ask about mental health care or make an appointment.
  Call 607-433-2343DirectionsWebsite

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

• Courts and legal help · State office

  Molinari Supreme Court Library

  197 Main Street, Cooperstown, NY 13326

  Help here

  • Law library researchVisit the library to use legal research materials; it is open to the public on Tuesdays.
  Call 607-322-3152DirectionsWebsite

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

• Older adults · County office

  NY Connects of Otsego County

  Help here

  • Long-term services and supports informationGet free help finding services for older adults, people with disabilities, and caregivers.
  Website

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

Everything in Otsego 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