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Learn the Basics (12)+
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Temporary Assistance
General information from the NYS Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance on what is public assistance, who may be eligible, and how to apply. Content Detail
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Public Benefits
This manual, updated in 2013, has detailed information about the current welfare law, including Medicaid. Content Detail
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Public Assistance and Liens
The Department of Social Services (DSS) can require you to sign a lien if you own a home and receive public assistance, but not food stamp benefits, child care assistance, and or HEAP. Content Detail
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Can My Boyfriend Live with Me If I Get Welfare?
The welfare office cannot restrict who lives with you, but you have an obligation under the law to give them "complete and accurate" information about who lives with you and how you are related. Content Detail
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Public Benefits Legal Information Letters
Informational letters that cover many public benefit topics Content Detail
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If the Department of Social Services is Investigating You
Know your basic rights when under investigation from Department of Social Services (DSS). Read More
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Applying for Public Assistance
This article presents the steps of applying for public assistance, including what to do if your application is denied. Content Detail
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Drug and Alcohol Treatment and Welfare Benefits
If your local Department of Social Services (DSS) believes that you may have a problem with drug and or alcohol abuse, they can refer you for an evaluation. Content Detail
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Immigrants’ Rights to Public Benefits
Learn about what benefits you may qualify for. Content Detail
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Protecting Your Benefits
If you know your rights and plan in advance, problems that could arise with your public assistance can be prevented. Read this article to find out how you can protect your public assistance benefits. Content Detail
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Public Assistance and Child Support
Frequently asked questions about public assistance and child support. There are exceptions to the child support cooperation requirement - click here to find out more. Content Detail
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Public Assistance and Work Requirements
Frequently asked questions about public assistance and work requirements. Content Detail
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Forms and Tools (2)+
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myBenefits!
The fast and easy way to find out about many health and human services programs and how to apply for them - anytime and anywhere. Content Detail
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Application Forms for Public Assistance and Other Social Service Programs
Click here to get forms to apply for all types of public assistance and other programs in many languages. Content Detail
Fair Hearings (4)+
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Fair Hearing
General information on fair hearings, including when and how to ask for one. Content Detail
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How To Win Your Fair Hearing
Information on how to prepare and win your fair hearing. Content Detail
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Frequently Asked Questions About Fair Hearings
This fact sheet from the government answers many questions about fair hearings, including how to request one and what happens next. Content Detail
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FAIR HEARING REQUEST FORM
This form can be used to request a Fair Hearing. You have a right to request a Fair Hearing to challenge virtually any action (or lack of action) that the Social Services agency takes on your request for benefits (welfare, food stamps, HEAP, child care, Medicaid, and other programs). You also have a right to request a Fair Hearing if Social Services makes a change to benefits that you already get, and you disagree with that change. Content Detail
Homeless (1)+
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National Call Center for Homeless Veterans
HOMELESS VETERAN in NEED of HELP? Call 1-877-4AID VET (1-877-424-3838) The Department of Veterans Affairs' (VA) has founded a National Call Center for Homeless Veterans hotline to ensure that homeless Veterans or Veterans at-risk for homelessness have free, 24/7 access to trained counselors Content Detail
How to file a complaint (2)+
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How to File a Discrimination Complaint With The Office For Civil Rights
If you believe that you have been discriminated against because of your race, color, national origin, disability, age, sex or religion by a health care or human services provider (such as a hospital, nursing home, social service agency, doctor's office, pharmacy, children's health program, alcohol and drug treatment center, adoption agencies) or by a State or local government health or human services agency, you may file a complaint with the Office for Civil Rights (OCR). Content Detail
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Article 78 Proceedings – How to Appeal an Agency Decision
If you disagree with an agency decision, you can appeal the decision to the New York courts. You can do so by bringing an “Article 78 Proceeding.” Read more here. Content Detail
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Benefits while working (1)+
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Public Assistance Transitional Benefits
Overview of transitional benefits, who qualifies, and what to expect when applying for these benefits. Content Detail
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Public Benefits and Domestic Violence (3)+
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Domestic Violence Information for all Temporary Assistance Applicants
This information is intended to help you determine if you are a victim of domestic violence and to consider ways to help keep yourself and your family safe and self-supporting. Content Detail
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Public Benefits and Domestic Violence in New York State
The answers to frequently asked questions about special rules or protections if you are applying for public benefits and are a victim of domestic violence. Content Detail
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Fact Sheet on Public Benefits and Domestic Violence
When you apply for public benefits, the caseworker should ask if you are a victim of domestic violence. If you enter yes, he or she will assign you to a Domestic Violence Liaison. Follow this link to read more. Content Detail
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Getting an Interpreter (1)+
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Do you have trouble with English? Are you unable to to speak, read, write, or understand English well?
Did you know federal agencies and organizations that get money from the federal government have to provide reasonable services to assist you? Learn more. Content Detail
Work Rules, Work Requirements and Sanctions (1)+
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How do I Keep from Losing my Public Assistance Benefits because of Work Assignment Sanctions?
In this 3 page overview, learn how you get a work assignment, what can happen if miss your work assignment, whether school counts as a work activity and what to do if you have children. You will also learn what to do if you cannot work or if you disagree with a decision by the NYC Human Resources Administration (HRA). Content Detail
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More Information (1)+
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Article 78 Proceedings – How to Appeal an Agency Decision
If you disagree with an agency decision, you can appeal the decision to the New York courts. You can do so by bringing an “Article 78 Proceeding.” Read more here. Content Detail
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