Schuyler County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Schuyler County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Montour Falls and Watkins Glen area residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Schuyler County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Schuyler County residents supplement their food budget each month using an EBT card. Applications are available in the vestibule of the building during office hours. A drop box is located at the front of the Human Service Complex for document drop-offs.
Apply at mybenefits.ny.gov — easiest option for Schuyler County residents.
Applications are available in the vestibule of 323 Owego Street, Unit 3, Montour Falls during office hours.
Use NYDocSubmit app or use the drop box at the front of the Human Service Complex at 323 Owego Street.
If approved, SNAP benefits are loaded monthly onto your EBT card based on household size and income.
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 Schuyler County
Medicaid helps eligible Schuyler County residents pay for medical care or health insurance premiums. Low-income individuals not required to obtain coverage through NY State of Health apply directly through Schuyler County DSS.
Apply through NY State of Health at nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call (855) 355-5777.
Visit Schuyler County DSS at 323 Owego Street, Unit 3, Montour Falls, NY 14865.
Use NYDocSubmit app or drop documents in the drop box at the front of the Human Service Complex.
If approved, enroll in a Medicaid Managed Care plan for your covered services.
- Doctor visits and checkups
- Hospital care
- Prescription medications
- Mental health services
- Health insurance premium assistance
- Nursing home and home care
🏠 Housing Assistance
Schuyler County residents may qualify for emergency housing and rental assistance. Emergency assistance is available for eviction, utility shut-off, homelessness, lack of food, or domestic violence situations.
Call (607) 535-8303 for emergency rental assistance — Schuyler County DSS offers an Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
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 Schuyler County.
323 Owego Street, Unit 3, Montour Falls, NY 14865
Phone: (607) 535-8303
Note: Receptionists unavailable 12pm–1pm daily
💵 Cash Assistance
Schuyler County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York State’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs. Temporary cash benefits and support for those who are found to be financially eligible.
⚡ Utility Help in Schuyler County
Schuyler 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