Fulton County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Fulton County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Johnstown and Gloversville area residents.
NYBenefitsGuide.com is an independent informational website — not affiliated with Fulton County, New York State, or any government agency. Always verify through official sources before applying.
🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Fulton County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Fulton County residents supplement their food budget each month using an EBT card. Expedited SNAP benefits can be issued within 5 days for households with little or no money.
Apply at mybenefits.ny.gov — easiest option for Fulton County residents.
Request a paper application by calling (518) 736-5600. Mail completed applications to PO Box 549, Johnstown NY 12095.
Visit the office at 4 Daisy Lane, Johnstown, NY 12095 during regular business hours Mon–Fri 9am–5pm.
If approved, SNAP benefits are loaded monthly onto your EBT card. Expedited benefits within 5 days if eligible.
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 Fulton County
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Fulton County residents. Fulton County DSS also provides Long Term Care Services and Medicaid Transport coordination for eligible residents.
Apply through NY State of Health at nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call (855) 355-5777.
Visit Fulton County DSS at 4 Daisy Lane, Johnstown, NY 12095 — Mon–Fri 9am–5pm.
Fulton County DSS provides Long Term Care Medicaid services — call (518) 736-5600 for eligibility.
Fulton County DSS coordinates Medicaid transportation to medical appointments for eligible residents.
- Doctor visits and checkups
- Hospital care and prescriptions
- Long term care services
- Medical transportation to appointments
- Mental health services
- Children’s preventive care
🏠 Housing Assistance
Fulton County residents may qualify for emergency housing through the Temporary and Emergency Assistance program. Help is available for eviction, utility shut-off, homelessness, no food, cold weather heating, and domestic violence situations.
Call (518) 736-5600 Mon–Fri 9am–5pm for emergency housing, eviction, or utility shut-off assistance.
Bring proof of income, residency, birth certificates of all household members, and proof of emergency situation.
Call 2-1-1 for after-hours emergency housing and shelter assistance in Fulton County.
4 Daisy Lane, Johnstown, NY 12095
Phone: (518) 736-5600
Mon–Fri 9:00am–5:00pm
💵 Cash Assistance
Fulton County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance. When you apply for Temporary Assistance, eligibility for SNAP and Medicaid is also determined at the same time.
⚡ Utility Help in Fulton County
Fulton County residents may qualify for help paying heating and energy bills through HEAP. Emergency assistance for utility shut-off is also available through the Temporary and Emergency Assistance program.
- LIHEAP — federal heating assistance
- Emergency HEAP — if fuel runs out
- Cold weather heating emergency assistance
- Weatherization assistance
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help