Staten Island Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Staten Island (Richmond County), New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Staten Island residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Staten Island
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Staten Island residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card.
Apply through NY Benefits Compass or ACCESS HRA — easiest option for Staten Island 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 Staten Island
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Staten Island residents including children, families, pregnant women, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Apply through NY State of Health — New York’s official health insurance marketplace.
Eligibility is based on income, household size, age, and other factors.
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
Staten Island residents may qualify for rental assistance, emergency housing, and Section 8 housing vouchers through NYC programs.
Contact NYC HRA at (929) 221-7915 for emergency help with rent or utilities.
Apply through NYC Housing Authority (NYCHA) for housing choice vouchers.
NYC has emergency shelter options for families and individuals on Staten Island.
201 Bay Street, 1st Floor, Staten Island, NY 10301
Phone: (929) 221-7915
Mon–Fri 8:30am–5:00pm
💵 Cash Assistance
Staten Island residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York City’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Staten Island
Staten Island residents may qualify for help paying heating and electric bills through HEAP and other NYC programs.
- LIHEAP — federal heating assistance
- Weatherization assistance
- Con Edison budget billing
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help