Orange County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Orange County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Goshen, Middletown, Newburgh, and Port Jervis area residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Orange County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Orange County residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card. Orange County has 4 DSS offices — visit the one closest to you.
Apply through mybenefits.ny.gov — easiest option for Orange County 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 Orange County
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Orange County residents including children, families, pregnant women, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Apply through NY State of Health at nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call (855) 355-5777.
Visit your nearest Orange County DSS office — 4 locations available.
Provide proof of identity, NY residency, income, and household information.
If approved, select a Medicaid managed care plan for your covered services.
- Doctor visits and checkups
- Hospital care
- Prescription medications
- Mental health services
- Children’s preventive care
- Dental and vision (some plans)
🏠 Housing Assistance
Orange County residents may qualify for emergency housing, rental assistance, and temporary shelter programs.
Contact Orange County DSS at (845) 291-4000 for emergency housing help.
Housing Resource Center: 18 Seward Ave, 2nd Floor, Middletown, NY 10940 — (845) 291-4000
Housing Resource Center: 141 Broadway, Newburgh, NY 12550 — (845) 291-4000
Call 2-1-1 for after-hours emergency shelter and housing assistance in Orange County.
💵 Cash Assistance
Orange County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York State’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Orange County
Orange 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
- Weatherization assistance
- Central Hudson budget billing
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help