Marie Cannon, Commissioner of Social Services

We envision a community where children, adults and families are healthy and safe and enjoy a quality life. As a responsive and efficient organization, we seek to continually engage the community in defining the role of Social Services. Our mission is to engage people in need and provide a broad range of efficient and effective assistance and services with community partners to facilitate a better future for the people of Erie County.

What's Happening in Erie County Department of Social Services

The Erie County Department of Social Services (ECDSS) is looking for vendors to provide products or services for ECDSS customers. If interested, please fill out the attached ECDSS Vendor Application and submit to ECDSS via e-mail, fax or mail. Applications received will be reviewed by...

The Erie County Department of Social Services has moved its Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) and Emergency Services offices to 460 Main Street in Buffalo from the location of the old HEAP office, located at 478 Main St. The Department is currently accepting applications for 2018-2019 HEAP Regular benefits. The season will run through March 15, 2019, or sooner if funding is exhausted....

Beginning Thursday, November 15, 2018, Code Blue temperature provisions are in effect in Buffalo. These provisions include when the temperature, or wind chill, is 32 degrees or colder, Harbor House being open for those needing housing, a meal, and a warm place to stay the night. Harbor House is located at 241 Genesee St. in Buffalo and will be open as a warming center from 8 p.m. to 8 a.m. on...