Queens County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Queens, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Queens residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Benefits in Queens
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Queens residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card.
Apply through NY Benefits Compass or ACCESS HRA — easiest option for Queens residents.
You may receive a phone call to verify your household size, income, and living situation.
Send proof of identity, address, income, and expenses like rent or utilities.
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 Queens
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Queens residents including children, families, pregnant women, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Apply through NY State of Health — New York’s official health insurance marketplace.
Eligibility is based on income, household size, age, and other factors.
Provide proof of identity, NY residency, income, and household information.
If approved, select a Medicaid managed care plan for your covered services.
🏠 Housing Assistance
Queens residents may qualify for rental assistance, emergency housing, and Section 8 housing vouchers through NYC programs.
Contact NYC HRA at (718) 784-6315 for emergency help with rent or utilities.
Apply through NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA) for housing choice vouchers.
NYC has emergency shelter options for families and individuals in Queens.
32-20 Northern Blvd, 4th Floor, Queens, NY 11101
Phone: (718) 784-5919
Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:00pm
💵 Cash Assistance
Queens residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York City’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Queens
Queens residents may qualify for help paying heating and electric bills through HEAP and other NYC programs.
- LIHEAP — federal heating assistance
- Weatherization assistance
- Con Edison budget billing
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help