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January 1, 2020
What is an authorized representative? Applying for Food Stamps; Completing Work Registration forms; Buying food for your household with your Food Stamps. The representative should be […]
January 1, 2020
ONLINE Use this Online Pre Screening website to see if you qualify for any of the following benefits: https://www.mybenefits.ny.gov/mybenefits/begin Help with buying food Temporary Assistance (TA) […]
January 1, 2020
The Earned Income Tax Credit, EITC or EIC, is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income. To qualify, you must meet certain requirements […]
January 1, 2020
What are Expedited Food Stamps and how do I know if I am eligible for them? Expedited Food Stamps are food stamps you can get quickly. […]
January 1, 2020
Immigrants and their children may be eligible for a variety of public benefits, depending on their status, length of time in the United States and other […]
January 1, 2020
Visit the United States Department of Agriculture’s Food and Nutrition Services to find out if you are eligible for WIC Benefits: https://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/frequently-asked-questions
January 1, 2020
Can I earn money and receive public assistance? Maybe, because of “earned income disregards”, the Department of Social Services (DSS) will not count some of what […]
January 1, 2020
Medical Coverage Medicaid will cover children under 19. Income levels are based on the child’s age. Spend Downs are always available for children over income. Resources (bank accounts, […]
January 1, 2020
Visit the OTDA Website for Information on the following topics: Fair Hearings How to Request a Fair Hearing Request an Adjournment or Reopening How to Cancel […]