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11/12/2025

11/11/2025

🚨 Schenectady County Declares Code Blue 🚨

Due to below-freezing temperatures, a Code Blue is in effect 8:00 PM tonight through Thursday, November 13 at 7:00 AM.

If you or someone you know needs a warm place to stay, emergency shelter is available:

🏠 Bethesda House (State Street Presbyterian Church)
📍 State & Catherine Streets, Schenectady
📞 (518) 557-9906

🏠 Bridges of NY
📍 428 Duane Ave, Schenectady
📞 (518) 775-8087 (women) | (518) 775-9277 (men)

🏠 The Salvation Army Evangeline Booth Miracle Home (women only)
📍 168 Lafayette St, Schenectady
📞 (518) 370-0276

🏠 City Mission of Schenectady
📍 425 Hamilton St, Schenectady
📞 (518) 579-9339

If you need help after hours, call DSS On-Call at (518) 382-0383.

Stay Safe in the Cold:

Dress in layers and cover exposed skin.
Watch for signs of hypothermia (shivering, confusion, drowsiness).

Never use ovens or grills to heat your home.

🔗 Learn more about Code Blue resources and cold-weather safety here: https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/dss/code-blue

11/10/2025

In observance of Veterans Day, New Choices Recovery Center will be closed on Tuesday, November 11, 2025.

We take this day to honor and thank all who have served and sacrificed for our country. Your courage and dedication inspire us every day.

Regular hours will resume on Wednesday, November 12.
Thank you for your understanding—and to all veterans, we salute you. 💙❤️

11/07/2025

Market 32 and Price Chopper announced that their stores will be providing discounts and food assistance programs amid the current government shutdown and suspension of SNAP benefits in an effort to support families throughout the Capital Region. https://www.news10.com/news/local-news/market-32-price-chopper-to-offer-discounts-amid-snap-suspension/

11/06/2025

Schenectady County is lighting up bridges and buildings in green from now through Veterans Day, Nov. 11 as part of Operation Green Light! Join us in honoring the 7,200+ veterans in our community by shining a green light at your home or business. 💚

Learn more: https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/news/schenectady-county-lights-green-honor-veterans-0

11/06/2025

🚨 Schenectady County Declares Code Blue 🚨

Due to below-freezing temperatures, a Code Blue is in effect 8:00 PM tonight through Friday, November 7 at 7:00 AM.

If you or someone you know needs a warm place to stay, emergency shelter is available:

🏠 Bethesda House (State Street Presbyterian Church)
📍 State & Catherine Streets, Schenectady
📞 (518) 557-9906

🏠 Bridges of NY
📍 428 Duane Ave, Schenectady
📞 (518) 775-8087 (women) | (518) 775-9277 (men)

🏠 The Salvation Army Evangeline Booth Miracle Home (women only)
📍 168 Lafayette St, Schenectady
📞 (518) 370-0276

🏠 City Mission of Schenectady
📍 425 Hamilton St, Schenectady
📞 (518) 579-9339

If you need help after hours, call DSS On-Call at (518) 382-0383.

Stay Safe in the Cold:
Dress in layers and cover exposed skin.
Watch for signs of hypothermia (shivering, confusion, drowsiness).
Never use ovens or grills to heat your home.

🔗 Learn more about Code Blue resources and cold-weather safety here: https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/dss/code-blue

11/05/2025

📢 Know Your Rights – Resources for Everyone, Including Immigrants!
✅ Resources Available:
Visit https://dos.ny.gov/know-your-rights and https://ag.ny.gov/federal-actions-form for important information.
📞 New Americans Hotline:
Monday – Friday | 9 AM – 8 PM EST
✔ Multi-lingual
✔ Anonymous
Call to share information regarding federal government actions in New York State or to get assistance.
Your rights matter. Stay informed and share this with your community! 💙

11/05/2025

Food assistance available THIS THURSDAY for SNAP recipients! 🍎🥫

Schenectady County is hosting a Drive-Thru Food Pantry on Thursday, November 6th starting at 5:30 PM at SUNY Schenectady County Community College (78 Washington Ave).

What you need to know:
• Open to local SNAP recipients
• Supplies are limited - first come, first served
• Enter through Gateway Bridge entrances ONLY (Washington Ave entrance will be closed)
• Partnership with Regional Food Bank

Mark your calendars and spread the word to neighbors who could benefit!

For more information about county food resources and support programs, visit: https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/dss/food-resources

Need help? SCAP is here to help! Call 518-374-9181 or visit www.scapny.org

11/05/2025

Schenectady County is hosting a Drive-Thru Food Pantry for local residents due to the lapse in SNAP benefits on Thursday, November 6, 2025, starting at 5:30 p.m. at SUNY Schenectady County Community College (78 Washington Ave).

This event, held in partnership with the Regional Food Bank, will provide food assistance to local families — supplies are limited.

Traffic Info: All vehicles must enter through the Gateway Bridge entrances. The Washington Avenue entrance will be closed during the event.

Walk-ups welcome!

Learn more about county food resources and support programs at https://www.schenectadycountyny.gov/dss/food-resources