Until further notice, the Niagara County Department of Social Services is asking all clients with an appointment to not come in for scheduled appointments or nonemergency services. Our Niagara Falls and Lockport offices are open for emergencies only from 8am-3:45pm. All clients appearing in person will be screened and referred to contact us by phone or visit us online if necessary. The phone number for the Niagara County Department of Social Services is 278-8400.