Niagara County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Niagara County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Niagara Falls and Lockport area residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Niagara County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Niagara County residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card. Niagara County has two DSS office locations — in Niagara Falls and Lockport.
Apply through mybenefits.ny.gov — easiest option for Niagara County residents.
Visit either office — Niagara Falls at 301 10th Street or Lockport at 20 East Avenue. Walk-in hours end at 3:45pm.
Use the free NYDocSubmit app or fax to (716) 278-6837. Text “food” to 877-877 for nearby food pantry info.
If approved, benefits are loaded onto your EBT card for eligible grocery purchases at most stores.
📍 2 DSS Locations
301 10th Street
Niagara Falls, NY 14303
(716) 278-8400
Walk-in: Mon–Fri 8am–3:45pm
Phone: Mon–Fri 8am–4pm
20 East Avenue, PO Box 506
Lockport, NY 14095
(716) 439-7600
Walk-in: Mon–Fri 8am–3:45pm
Phone: Mon–Fri 8am–4pm
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 Niagara County
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Niagara County residents. For nursing home and chronic care Medicaid, contact the Lockport office directly. Home care services are also available through the DSS.
Apply through NY State of Health at nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call (855) 355-5777.
Call (716) 278-8400 for Medicaid applications at the Niagara Falls office.
Call the Nursing Homes & Chronic Care line at (716) 439-7728 for long-term care applications.
If approved, enroll in a Medicaid Managed Care plan for your covered services.
- Doctor visits and checkups
- Hospital care
- Prescription medications
- Mental health services
- Nursing home and chronic care
- Medical transportation to appointments
🏠 Housing Assistance
Niagara County residents may qualify for emergency rental assistance, temporary shelter, and housing support programs through the county DSS.
Rental assistance available for eligible households — call (716) 278-8400 for information.
Help available for eviction, utility shut-off, homelessness, no food, or domestic violence situations.
Call 2-1-1 for after-hours emergency housing and shelter assistance in Niagara County.
301 10th Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Phone: (716) 278-8400
Walk-in Mon–Fri 8:00am–3:45pm
💵 Cash Assistance
Niagara County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York State’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Niagara County
Niagara 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
- Discounted fuel assistance programs
- Weatherization assistance
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help