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Child Protective, Child Care, Foster Care and Adoption

Child Protective

STATEWIDE TOLL FREE CHILD ABUSE HOTLINE: 1-800-342-3720

Every child deserves to be protected from abuse of any kind. If you suspect that a child is being abused, please call the hotline at any time. Our case workers investigate and report abuse. Our case workers will also work with all parties involved to prevent any further abuse.

Signs of Child Abuse

NYS Child Abuse Website

Domestic Violence

No one deserves to be abused in any way. Our caseworkers can help you through your domestic violence situation.

If you feel you are being abused, call the Hamilton County DV line at: 1-800-721-8534

Some signs of Domestic Violence are:

Temporary Assistance

Temporary Assistance is temporary financial help for needy families or individuals. There are several kinds of assistance, Family Assistance (FA ) and Safety Net Assistance (SNA), Emergency Aid to Families (EAF) and other programs.

Family Assistance

Family Assistance is for families with a minor child in the household. You can receive TA for up to 60 months throughout your lifetime.

Medical Assistance

 

Medical Assistance

There are several types of Medical Assistance available: Medicaid, Child Health Plus, Family Planning and Medicare Savings Program. Eligibilty for a program depends on your income.  Your caseworker will determine what you are eligible for from the information you supply on the application.

Child Support

Children are entitled to financial support from both parents. Under New York law, a parent is to provide financial support for a child until the age of 21. Even if the parents were never married or ever lived with the child, they are obligated to provide support. Any parent who does not live with their child may be ordered to pay support.

Social Services Staff Directory

Commissioner: Roberta A. Bly


 

Abigail Eichler, Director of Services

Theresa Vaughn, Caseworker

Camryn Brenan, Caseworker 

Kerri Travis, School Based Caseworker

Maygan Robinson, School Based Caseworker

Ruby Boya, Social Welfare Examiner (TA/Employment/Child Care)

Thandy Koniszewski, Social Welfare Examiner (MA)

Kathryn Fredette, CSE Coordinator (SCU & IT)

Heidi Russell, Homemaker

Allison Mahoney, Reception and HEAP

Michelle Malinowski, Principal Account Clerk 

CORONAVIRUS COVID-19


Hamilton County Public Health would like to provide you with come general resources to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 in Hamilton County. Please remember that if you are experiencing symptoms of fever, cough or shortness of breath you should contact your primary care provider. If you are sick, stay home. Practice good hand washing and avoid social gatherings as it increases the risk of exposure for you and your family. If you have questions regarding COVID-19 call the NYSDOH hotline at 1-888-364-3065, or your local health department at 518-548-6141.

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