We provide assistance in getting, keeping, and using government benefits and public assistance such as SNAP (food stamps), SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare and other health insurances.

**Federal Shutdown**

Social Security, Medicaid, Cash Assistance, WIC, FHEPS, CityFHEPS, and Section 8 benefits remain unaffected. New Yorkers will continue to receive these benefits without interruption.

If the Government Shutdown continues after October 31, 2025, the Trump Administration has announced it will not pay for SNAP benefits starting on November 1st. Learn more.