Eligible families may receive up to 60 months of federally funded cash assistance under the Temporary Aid to Needy Families Program (TANF).
Single individuals without children and families who have already received cash assistance for 60 months may receive benefits under the New York State Safety Net Program.
Are you eligible for Cash Assistance?
Visit the NYC’s Website for Cash Assistance to find out if you are eligible. If you are eligible, you can apply online through AccessHRA.
Eligible clients receiving temporary cash assistance are required to engage in work and/or educational activities in most cases.
Learn more about educational opportunities on NYS’s Training and Education page here.
Click Here to view a PDF with a list of documents you may need to determine your eligibility
You may be able to get help if you cannot pay your bills because you lost your job, you are getting less pay from your job, or you had another emergency like an unexpected medical situation. This help is called “Emergency Assistance” or a “One Shot Deal.”
You can apply for Emergency Assistance online using ACCESSHRA or by visiting your nearest HRA Job Center. For more information, call the DSS OneNumber at 718-557-1399