New York

the state's housing agency; offers rental assistance, affordable apartments, and homeowner help for New Yorkers struggling to stay housed.

foreclosure prevention counseling and mortgage help so you can keep your home.

one-time emergency grants through your local Department of Social Services to prevent eviction or cover a housing crisis.

NYC tenants facing eviction in Housing Court can get a free lawyer; call 311 and say "eviction" or "Right to Counsel."

New York's cash assistance for families (Family Assistance) and single adults/childless couples (Safety Net Assistance); apply through myBenefits or your local DSS.

one online place to check what you qualify for and apply for cash assistance, SNAP, and HEAP.

emergency financial help, food, and case management regardless of faith.

emergency help with rent, utilities, food, and household needs through local corps offices.

state law requires hospitals to offer discounted or free care to lower-income patients; ask any NY hospital's billing office for a financial assistance application.

free help understanding medical bills, insurance denials, and hospital financial aid; call 1-888-614-5400.

file a complaint or get help with surprise medical bills and unfair billing.

helps pay heating and cooling bills, plus emergency grants when your heat is shut off or about to be; apply through myBenefits or your local DSS.

free home energy upgrades that lower your bills for income-eligible households.

helps New Yorkers across the state pay energy bills and avoid shutoffs.

company-specific arrears forgiveness and low-income discounts to help clear past-due utility balances.

monthly benefits to buy groceries; apply online at myBenefits.

apply for and manage your food benefits online.

network of regional food banks and pantries across the state; find a pantry near you.

food, formula, and nutrition support for pregnant people, new parents, and kids under 5.

the state's official place to enroll in Medicaid, the Essential Plan, and low-cost private plans; call 1-855-355-5777.

free or low-cost health coverage for low-income New Yorkers; apply through NY State of Health.

low- or no-cost health insurance for children under 19 who don't qualify for Medicaid.

locate a community health center offering care on a sliding scale regardless of insurance.

free, confidential emotional support for stress and hard times; call 1-844-863-9314.

locate local mental health treatment and crisis programs.

24/7 help for alcohol and drug problems for you or a loved one; call or text 1-877-846-7369.

subsidies that help eligible families pay for childcare so they can work or go to school.

help finding quality, affordable childcare in your area.

free early education, meals, and family support for young children in low-income families.

free help finding a job, training, and résumés at local one-stop centers.

apply for weekly benefits if you've lost your job through no fault of your own.

search current job openings across New York State.

a statewide directory to find free legal help near you for housing, benefits, family, and immigration issues.

free civil legal help for low-income New York City residents facing eviction, benefits, or family issues; call 917-661-4500.

free civil legal aid across upstate and western NY counties.

statewide legal advocacy on public benefits, housing, and immigrant rights.

connects immigrants to trusted, low-cost immigration legal services statewide.