COVID-19/Coronavirus Updates

05.18.2020 - Following guidance from New York State offices, Opportunities for Otsego has made the following updates to agency operations: 

• Per Phase I of NYS reopening standards for construction and manufacturing, Energy Services - Weatherization and Energy Opportunities - will slowly resume activities with approved plans for disinfecting, social distancing, and safety precautions.   
• Violence Intervention Program emergency shelter services for victims of domestic violence is open and fully operational. VIP will continue to provide virtual services to victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and violent crimes. Assistance may be obtained by calling the 24-hour Crisis Hotline at 607.432.4855. 
• Opportunity House homeless shelter is open and fully operational. Persons needing emergency housing or eviction prevention services should call the Emergency Housing Assistance Program 24-hour hotline at 607.433.8318.

Per Phase II reopening guidelines, Opportunities for Otsego will remain closed until Monday, June 1, 2020. In the interim:

• Essential staff will continue to work remotely and provide assistance with program-specific needs as they arise. Questions should be directed to 607.433.8000, where callers may leave a message requesting a return phone call.
• WIC participants with questions or needing assistance with eWIC benefit cards may contact the program at 607.433.8071 or wic@ofoinc.org.
• Building Healthy Families participants may continue to call or text home visitors by cell phone. Inquire about services or make a referral by calling 607.434.9707 or leave a message at 607.433.8000.

These strategies will be reassessed and updated as necessary during this ever-changing situation. Updates will be posted here and on Opportunities for Otsego Facebook page.

OFO recommends the community stay informed through reliable sources such as the New York State Department of Health, CDC, and the Otsego County Department of Health; practice social distancing; and proper and washing techniques.

Individuals who are concerned they may have symptoms of COVID-19 should call the Bassett Healthcare COVID-19 response line at 607.547.5555.

Please visit our Resources page for additional community supports.

About Opportunities for Otsego

Founded in 1966, Opportunities for Otsego helps alleviate poverty and fosters self-sufficiency through comprehensive and holistic client-centered services. The Agency focuses its attention on specific problems affecting the community, mobilizes resources, and creates solutions to unlock opportunities for low-income individuals and disenfranchised families. Our services encourage economic stability, social justice, and the promotion of healthy lives and families for residents of Otsego County.

Agency Mission

The leader in developing innovative solutions that promote healthy lives, thriving families, and caring communities.

Upcoming Events

03.12.2020 - 2020 Census Online Response Opens: Respond to your 2020 Census invitation online at MY2020CENSUS.GOV.  The online option will be available from March 12th-October 31st. If your household does not respond online, by phone or mail by June 1st, an enumerator will visit your home.

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