America The Beautiful National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Pass 20 Sagamore Hill Road Oyster Bay, NY 11771 View Map Phone: 516-922-4788 Link: America The Beautiful National Parks & Federal Recreational Lands Pass | A $10-lifetime pass that provides access to more than 2,000 recreation sites managed by five Federal agencies, with up to 100% of the proceeds being used to improve and enhance visitor recreation services. The federally-issued card entitles U.S. Senior Citizens, age 62 and over, to free entrance to any national park. Also entitles holder to a 50% discount on any camping fees at federally administered areas. The card may be obtained without charge by applying in person, with proof of age on-site. |
Department of Planning & Economic Development 200 N Franklin Street Hempstead, NY 11550 View Map Phone: 516-538-7100, ext. 355 Link: Department of Planning & Economic Development Website | |
Economic Opportunity Commission 134 Jackson Street Hempstead, NY 11550 View Map Phone: 516-292-9710 Link: Economic Opportunity Commission Website | Low-income, older residents may obtain outreach, referral, transportation, and emergency assistance, funded by Economic Opportunity Commission. |
Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) P.O. Box 15018 Albany, NY 12212 View Map Phone: 800-332-3742
Link: Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC) Website | |
Go Direct Phone: 800-333-1795 Link: Go Direct Website | Open Monday through Friday, 8 am to 8 pm. |
HempsteadWorks Career Center 50 Clinton Street Hempstead, NY 11550 View Map Phone: 516-485-5000 | Other Phone: 800-662-1220 |
Home Energy Assistance Program 60 Charles Lindbergh Boulevard 2nd Floor, North Entrance Uniondale, NY 11553 View Map Phone: 516-227-7386 Link: Home Energy Assistance Program | |
Long Island Crisis Center Senior Connection Helpline Phone: 516-679-0000 Link: Long Island Crisis Center Senior Connection Helpline Website | |
Long Island Railroad (LIRR) Phone: 718-217-5477 Link: Long Island Railroad (LIRR) Website | Individuals age 65 and over may ride for half-fare at any time, except during morning rush hour (6 am to 10 am weekdays). Simply present a Medicare card for identification. |
Medicare Phone: 800-633-4227 Link: Medicare Website | |