Putnam County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Putnam County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Carmel area residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Putnam County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Putnam County residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card.
Apply through mybenefits.ny.gov — the easiest option for Putnam 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 Putnam County
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Putnam 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 Putnam County DSS at 110 Old Route 6, Building 2, Carmel. Call for appointment.
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
Putnam County residents may qualify for emergency housing, temporary shelter, and rental assistance programs.
Call (845) 808-1500 between 9am–5pm weekdays for emergency shelter help.
Call (845) 808-1500 ext. 45293 for adult housing emergencies.
Call 2-1-1 for after-hours emergency housing and shelter assistance.
110 Old Route 6, Building 2, Carmel, NY 10512
Phone: (845) 808-1500
Crisis Hotline: (845) 225-1222
💵 Cash Assistance
Putnam County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York State’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Putnam County
Putnam 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