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Write, phone, or go to your local department of social services. In New York City, contact the Human Resources Administration by calling (718) 557-1399. Pregnant individuals and children can apply at many clinics, hospitals, and provider offices.
County Departments of Social Services (DSS) provide or administer the full range of publicly funded social services and cash assistance programs. Families whose income meets state guidelines and who meet other criteria, may be able to receive a subsidy to offset some of their child care costs.
Temporary Assistance (TA), also known as Public Assistance (PA), is temporary help for needy adults, and children. If you are unable to work, can't find a job, or your job does not pay enough, TA may be able to help you pay for your expenses.
The Department of Social Services welcomes your feedback, comments, and questions about how HRA and DHS assists vulnerable New Yorkers. The best way to contact us and to connect with services is through our websites.
The Human Resources Administration (HRA) is the nation's largest social services agency and assists over three million low‐income and vulnerable New Yorkers annually through the effective and efficient administration of more than 12 major public benefits programs, which reflects this Administration's priority of addressing poverty and income ...
NYSOFA's overall goal is to improve access to, and availability of, appropriate and cost-effective non-medical support services for older individuals to maximize their ability to age in their community and avoid higher levels of care and publicly financed care.
