Washington County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc.


Washington County EOC, Inc.

Contact Info: Washington County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. 383 Broadway Fort Edward, New York 12828 Days of Operation: Mon—Fri. Hours of Operation 8am—4pm (hours vary by dept. & program needs) Located at: Washington Co. Municipal Center Entrance B—Lower Level Room B010 & Room B003A Program Contact Info : EOC Administrative Office 518-746-2390 EOC Home and Family Services Dept 518-746-2390 Community Action Angels Transportation Food Pantry Energy Services EOC/Employment & Training 518-746-2391 (Certified One-Stop Center of Washington County) EOC Head Start / Early Head Start 518-747-2816 18 River Street Hudson Falls 12839 Our Mission: A private Non-Profit Organization providing a variety of services and programs to assist Washington County residents in meeting their daily needs. Click here for a PDF version of our brochure.	Washington County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. offers the following services:* Home and Family Services Washington County Community Action Angels Volunteer Development Program Generates resources for Washington County residents in need, who may not qualify for existing programs. Partners with Aroxy Cleaners for Children’s Winter Coat Drive. Annual School Supply Project Community Service Projects Emergency Food Pantry Services for low-income individuals and families in emergency situations Food items distributed based on family size Pasta, canned soup, vegetables, juice, cereal, peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, meat items when available, etc. Emergency Food & Shelter Program (EFSP) Resources to assist with emergency food, shelter and utility assistance Can aid in cases of eviction and power shut-offs Limited Funding, based on availability Transportation Program Provides transportation services for Washington County seniors based on availability. Medicaid transports through Department of Social Services referral Hours: Monday—Friday, 8 am—4 pm Energy Services Program 38 Parry Street, Hudson Falls 12839 Provides energy saving services to low-income individuals and families residing in Washington County Assist in reducing energy usage within the home Detection of health/safety concerns that may cause illness or injury Testing of existing heating system Infra-red scans to determine areas of heat loss in the home Blower door test to determine air infiltration No labor or material charges to individuals or families that meet NYS eligibility requirements Employment & Training NYS Certified One Stop Center of Washington County Funds provided through Workforce Investment Act legislation (WIA) Serving Youth (16-21), Adults (18+) and Dislocated Workers Services for Employed, Under-Employed and Unemployed Workers Job Search Assistance, Local Labor Market information, resume assistance, Limited Training Scholarships Work Experience and basic skills programming for youth Services for Employers include– job postings, pre-screening services, printed resource information, etc. Re-employment Services for NYSDOL Unemployment Insurance Claimants Head Start / Early Head Start 18 River Street, Hudson Falls 12839 Federally funded program for low-income families Serves pregnant women and children ages 0-5 years of age 6 Centers Full day/half day services Early Head Start ~ 0-3 years old Head Start ~ 3-5 years old Follows public school calendar 6 week summer session * All individuals applying for services MUST meet specific program eligibility guidelines. Links New York State Community Action Association NYS Department of State Link to Washington County	Community Partners of Washington County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. include:





© Washington County Economic Opportunity Council, Inc. September 2008 in Cooperation with New York State Community Action Association