SNAP benefits payments will continue in February since they are issued from the 1st to the 9th of every month. To receive Food Stamps in New York State you must meet income and resources requirements. Residency, work, and other eligibility criteria will also apply.
If many U.S. citizens in New York State are missing out on SNAP payments, which is well-known, there could be many people eligible for other benefits that are not so popular.
Benefits different to SNAP payments in New York
If you live in the State of New York, you should use the official website: https://mybenefits.ny.gov/mybenefits/begin. There, you will find out if you are eligible for:
- SNAP (to get help with buying groceries)
- Public Assistance (PA)
- Special tax credits
- Home Energy Assistance
- WAP (Weatherization Assistance Program)
- Health Insurance Programs
- WIC (for Women, Infants and Children)
- Uninsured Care Program
- Services for the elderly in New York
- HIICAP (Health insurance information, counseling and assistance)
- NY Connects-Information on long-term care services and supports and assistance
- Legal assistance
- Nutritional services
- Help with the purchase of medical prescriptions
As a matter of fact, SNAP is just one of the many programs available in the state of New York for needy families, couples, or individuals.
How can I check eligibility for SNAP and other programs in NY?
A New York State’s official website offers an online tool to prescreen for programs you may qualify for. All you have to do is carry out a ten-minute survey to see if you may be eligible or not for SNAP, HEAP, Tax Credits, Health Insurance, or other Assistance Programs.
Take with you any documents to calculate the money you get from your job or from other places. Any bills or rent amount you pay may be necessary too. Do not worry because this information will be private and the website is secure.
Getting a benefit like SNAP or WIC without moving from home is possible. Of course, you may need to attend an online or phone interview for some benefits, but you will not have to drive or take any public transport to get to your local office.