Montgomery County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Montgomery County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Fonda and Amsterdam area residents.
NYBenefitsGuide.com is an independent informational website — not affiliated with Montgomery County, New York State, or any government agency. Always verify through official sources before applying.
🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Montgomery County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Montgomery County residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card. Montgomery County has 2 DSS offices — visit the one closest to you.
Apply through mybenefits.ny.gov — easiest option for Montgomery County residents.
You may receive a phone call to verify your household size, income, and living situation.
Use the free NYDocSubmit app to upload documents, or bring them in person to DSS.
If approved, benefits are loaded onto your EBT card for eligible grocery purchases.
📍 2 Office Locations
64 Broadway
Fonda, NY 12068
Phone: (518) 853-4646
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:00pm
1 Venner Road
Amsterdam, NY 12010
Phone: (518) 212-5778
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:00pm
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 Montgomery County
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Montgomery 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 the Fonda or Amsterdam DSS office — both serve Montgomery County residents.
Provide proof of identity, NY residency, income, and household information.
If approved, enroll in a Medicaid Managed Care plan for your covered services.
- Doctor visits and checkups
- Hospital care
- Prescription medications
- Mental health services
- Nursing home and long-term care
- Children’s preventive care
🏠 Housing Assistance
Montgomery County residents may qualify for emergency housing, temporary shelter, and rental assistance programs.
Call (518) 853-4646 Mon–Fri 8:30am–4pm for emergency housing help.
DSS provides temporary housing to eligible homeless families and individuals.
Call 2-1-1 for after-hours emergency housing and shelter assistance.
64 Broadway, Fonda, NY 12068
Phone: (518) 853-4646
Mon–Fri 8:30am–4:00pm
💵 Cash Assistance
Montgomery County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York State’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Montgomery County
Montgomery 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
- National Grid budget billing
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help