Ulster County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Ulster County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Kingston area residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Ulster County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Ulster County residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card.
Apply through mybenefits.ny.gov — easiest option for Ulster 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 Ulster County
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Ulster 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 Ulster County DSS at 1061 Development Court, Kingston NY 12401.
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
- Nursing home and home care
- Children’s preventive care
🏠 Housing Assistance
Ulster County residents may qualify for emergency housing, eviction prevention, and temporary shelter programs.
Call (845) 334-5360 for emergency housing assistance Mon–Fri 8am–5pm.
Contact Ulster County DSS for rental assistance and eviction prevention services.
Call 2-1-1 for after-hours emergency housing and shelter assistance in Ulster County.
1061 Development Court, Kingston, NY 12401
Phone: (845) 334-5360
General: (845) 334-5000
💵 Cash Assistance
Ulster County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York State’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Ulster County
Ulster 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