Livingston County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Livingston County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Mt. Morris and Dansville area residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Livingston County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Livingston County residents supplement their food budget each month using an EBT card. Computers are available in the lobby for online applications. All interviews are done by phone — no face-to-face appointment needed.
Apply at mybenefits.ny.gov — or use the lobby computers at 1 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris.
All interviews are done by phone — no face-to-face appointment is necessary. Include a working phone number on your application.
Use the NYDocSubmit app (note: DV information and confidential addresses cannot be submitted via NYDocSubmit).
If approved, benefits are loaded onto your EBT card. Use the ConnectEBT app to lock your card and prevent benefit theft.
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 Livingston County
Medicaid is the umbrella program that provides financial coverage for many types of medical assistance in Livingston County. Community Medicaid is provided mainly through Managed Care plans. The state has eliminated face-to-face interview requirements for Medicaid applications.
Apply through NY State of Health at nystateofhealth.ny.gov or call (855) 355-5777 — no face-to-face interview required.
Visit Livingston County DSS at 1 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris — lobby computers are available for applications.
Use the NYDocSubmit app (note: confidential address and DV information must be submitted in person).
If approved, enroll in a Medicaid Managed Care plan for your covered services.
- Doctor visits and checkups
- Hospital care
- Prescription medications
- CDPAP and personal care services
- Nursing home and home care
- Children’s preventive care
🏠 Housing Assistance
Livingston County residents may qualify for emergency housing and rental assistance through the DSS. Public Assistance grants cover housing, utilities, and personal needs for eligible residents.
Call (585) 243-7300 Mon–Fri 8am–4pm for emergency housing assistance.
PA grants cover housing, utilities, and personal needs for eligible families and single adults.
Call 2-1-1 for after-hours emergency housing and shelter assistance in Livingston County.
1 Murray Hill Drive, Mt. Morris, NY 14510
Phone: (585) 243-7300
Dansville: (585) 335-1748
Mon–Fri 8:00am–4:00pm
💵 Cash Assistance
Livingston County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through Public Assistance (PA). PA grants cover housing, utilities, and personal needs. TA clients also receive SNAP benefits and Medicaid.
⚡ Utility Help in Livingston County
Livingston 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
- Heating equipment repair/replacement
- Weatherization assistance
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help