SNAP/Food Stamp Assistance
Whether you’re looking for eligibility information, applying, or recertifying for benefits, there are people who can help every step of the way.
SNAP is our nation’s first line of defense against hunger, stretching the monthly food budgets of all who meet program guidelines.
The Nutrition Outreach and Education Program (NOEP) offers free and confidential services to connect hungry New Yorkers with nutrition assistance programs such SNAP. NOEP is available in many counties across the state and throughout all boroughs of New York City. Find an Outreach Coordinator in your community.
For SNAP/Food Stamp assistance, free confidential pres-creenings and questions, please call the number listed below based on what county you live in:
- Chemung County: Mary Laurey, SNAP Outreach Coordinator 607.796.5592 x4014 or email.
- Broome County: 607.723.8313 x827
- Schuyler County: 607.535.2050 x210
- Steuben County: 607.776.8085 x213
- Tioga County: 607.414.1023 x310
- Tompkins County: 607.272.5062 x21
SNAP/Food Stamp Myths
Myth:
Food Stamps are welfare.
Fact:
The SNAP Program is a nutrition assistance program. It helps low income people buy nutritious foods. It is not welfare.
Myth:
Only unemployed people can get SNAP/Food Stamps.
Fact:
Most people who work at low wage jobs can get SNAP benefits. Many working people use SNAP benefits to help make ends meet.
Myth:
You can’t get Food Stamps if you own a car.
Fact:
The amount of SNAP/Food Stamp benefits depends on household size, income certain expenses. A mother with two children who works full time at $7 per pays $350 in rent could receive $180 in SNAP benefits per month.
Myth:
Other people will know I use SNAP/Food Stamps.
Fact:
Shopping with SNAP benefits is easier now. People who get benefits get an electronic card. You use the benefits by running the card a machine at the grocery store. Other people will not know you use food benefits.
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Help Beyond Food
Call 2-1-1 (or 1-800-346-2211) or visit www.211helpline.org to find a food pantry or one of our programs near you. 2-1-1 is a free and confidential service that helps people across North America find the local resources they need. They are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week!