Allegany County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Allegany County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Belmont and Wellsville area residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Allegany County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Allegany County residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card.
Apply through mybenefits.ny.gov — easiest option for Allegany County residents.
Visit the County Office Building at 7 Court Street, Room 127, Belmont, NY 14813.
Use the free NYDocSubmit app or fax documents to (585) 268-9479.
If approved, benefits are loaded onto your EBT card for eligible grocery purchases.
SNAP Income Guidelines 2026
| Household Size | Monthly Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 person | $1,580 |
| 2 people | $2,137 |
| 3 people | $2,694 |
| 4 people | $3,250 |
| 5 people | $3,807 |
| Each additional | + $557 |
🏥 Medicaid in Allegany County
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Allegany County residents. The Allegany County DSS also provides Medicaid-funded home care, personal care, and medical transportation services for eligible residents.
Apply through NY State of Health at nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call (855) 355-5777.
Visit Allegany County DSS at 7 Court Street, Rm. 127, Belmont, NY 14813.
Provide proof of identity, NY residency, income, and household information.
If approved, enroll in a Medicaid Managed Care plan for your covered services.
- Doctor visits and checkups
- Hospital care
- Prescription medications
- Personal care and home services
- Medical transportation to appointments
- Nursing home and long-term care
🏠 Housing Assistance
Allegany County residents may qualify for emergency housing, temporary shelter, and rental assistance programs.
Call (585) 268-9622 Mon–Fri 8:30am–4pm for emergency housing assistance.
Emergency TA may be available for homelessness, eviction, or domestic violence situations.
Call 2-1-1 for after-hours emergency housing and homeless referrals in Allegany County.
7 Court Street, Rm. 127, Belmont, NY 14813
Phone: (585) 268-9622
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:00pm
💵 Cash Assistance
Allegany County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York State’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Allegany County
Allegany County residents may qualify for help paying heating and electric bills through HEAP and other programs.
- LIHEAP — federal heating assistance
- Emergency HEAP — if fuel runs out
- Heating equipment repair/replacement
- Weatherization assistance
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help