Herkimer Office
Serving Herkimer County, this RCIL location offers a wide range of services, including the following:
- Information and Referral Services direct consumers to other community agencies whose services may meet their needs. Information on a variety of subjects, including availability of housing and transportation, is also offered.
- Advocacy efforts, both individual and systemic, are a primary focus in the delivery of all services. Programs are designed to assist people with disabilities to move toward independence.
- Independent Living Skills Training assists people with disabilities to develop skills to achieve greater independence. Training areas are based on consumer need and can include budgeting, money management, cooking, travel training, and more.
- Benefits advisors assist consumers to apply for benefits from government-sponsored programs such as SSI, Social Security Disability Insurance, Public Assistance, Medicaid, and food stamps.
- Service Coordination services are provided in conjunction with several other programs at RCIL. Staff put their advocacy experience and expertise regarding community resources and services directly to work for consumers.
- Alzheimer's Disease Assistance Coalition (ADAC) provides information and referral, assessments, counseling services, educational presentations, and outreach to individuals, caregivers, professionals, and family members of those with Alzheimer's Disease.
- Peer Counseling, provided by an individual with a disability, helps people explore options, face challenges, and develop problem-solving strategies. The peer counselor provides information as well as emotional support.
- Architectural Barrier Consultation offers advice to the public concerning accessibility requirements and home modifications. The Center provides on-site surveys and detailed recommendations in accordance with NYS Building Codes and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This service is available to businesses, agencies, and homeowners.
- Lions Loan-Out Library offers a range of assistive listening and alerting equipment.
You can contact RCIL's Herkimer office at...
Steuben Center ( Find it on the map )
401 E. German St., 2nd floor
Herkimer, NY 13350
Email
Voice (315) 866-7245
TDD (315) 866-7246
Fax (315) 866-7280
For information on other RCIL locations or to send e-mail to RCIL, please go to the main Contact RCIL page.