Schoharie County Benefits & Assistance Programs 2026
Find SNAP food stamps, Medicaid, housing assistance, cash aid, and utility help available in Schoharie County, New York — including step-by-step guides and official resource links for Schoharie area residents.
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🥕 SNAP Food Stamps in Schoharie County
SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps eligible Schoharie County residents pay for groceries each month using an EBT card.
Apply through mybenefits.ny.gov — easiest option for Schoharie County residents.
Schedule a face-to-face interview by calling (518) 295-8334 between 8:30am–5:00pm.
Bring proof of identity, address, income, and household expenses to your interview.
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 Schoharie County
Medicaid provides free or low-cost health coverage for eligible Schoharie 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.
Call (518) 295-8334 to schedule an appointment at 284 Main Street, Schoharie.
Provide proof of identity, NY residency, income, and household information.
If approved, enroll in a Medicaid Managed Care plan for your covered services.
- Doctor and dental visits
- Hospital care
- Prescription medications
- Mental health services
- Nursing home and home care
- Children’s preventive care
🏠 Housing Assistance
Schoharie County residents may qualify for emergency housing, temporary shelter, and rental assistance programs.
Call (518) 295-8334 Mon–Fri 8:30am–5pm for emergency housing help.
Emergency TA may be available for homelessness, eviction, or domestic violence situations.
Call the Schoharie County Sheriff at (518) 295-8114 — the DSS on-call worker will be reached.
284 Main Street, 2nd Floor, Schoharie, NY 12157
Phone: (518) 295-8334
After Hours: (518) 295-8114
💵 Cash Assistance
Schoharie County residents may qualify for temporary cash assistance through New York State’s Family Assistance and Safety Net programs.
⚡ Utility Help in Schoharie County
Schoharie County residents may qualify for help paying heating and electric bills through HEAP and other programs.
- LIHEAP — federal heating assistance
- Emergency HEAP — call (518) 295-8334
- Weatherization assistance
- National Grid budget billing
- 2-1-1 for emergency utility help