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Home & Family

Family, in all its diverse forms, is the heart and backbone of a healthy society. Our mission is to improve the well-being of the family through strength-based programs that educate, influence public policy, and help families put evidence-based information to work in their lives.

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Winter Weather Safety

Find tips on winter driving, personal and pet safety, how to prepare for winter storms, links to Cornell's EDEN website, and more, here on our Emergency Preparedness page

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Food & Nutrition

Click here for lots of useful information on food-related topics from food safety and nutrition to healthy eating on a limited budget.

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Free or reduced Home Energy Assessments for most New Yorkers!

Healthy Homes

Learn more about how to identify and mitigate these indoor pollutants in this section of our website.

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Save for tomorrow, today!

America Saves Week

Since 2007 America Saves Week has been an annual celebration as well as a call to action for everyday Americans to commit to saving successfully.

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Last updated January 31, 2025

Home & Family

Yates County Workforce Development

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The Yates County Workforce Development One-Stop Center is a cooperative effort with partners in the Finger Lakes Works Workforce Development System in the four-county Finger Lakes region of Yates, Ontario, Seneca and Wayne counties. They serve both job seekers and employers in programs supported by Title I of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act. Workforce Development also contracts with the Yates County Department of Social Services to operate their employment programs.

Baby Café USA

Do you have parenting questions? Pregnant and interested in breastfeeding? Want to meet other local moms?

Baby Café USA is a FREE drop-in for all families! Lactation Counselors are available to help you!

Meet-ups are every 2nd & 4th Thursday, 9:30 am- 11:00 am at the Penn Yan Public Library (214 Main Street, Penn Yan). All are welcome!

Baby Cafe

Financial Empowerment Resources for New Yorkers

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Financial literacy empowers New Yorkers with skills, knowledge and education to make informed decisions with their money. In the wake of economic hardships caused by the pandemic, inflation, and higher interest rates, financial literacy is more vital than ever.

State Comptroller DiNapoli’s financial literacy initiative provides regular updates with information and resources on financial concepts, such as budgeting and saving, so New Yorkers can make better short- and long-term spending decisions and protect themselves from scams. Click here for more information. 

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Hope Center Keuka Food Pantry

The Hope Center Keuka Food Pantry is the main food pantry for Yates County and is a turning point for individuals and families seeking to move towards self-reliance. The pantry works to stabilize families in economic crisis and support them as they strive for self-reliance and a better future.

Hope Center Keuka Food Pantry Info