Provides free legal representation to clients who are denied or cut off from SSD or SSI benefits.

From resolving medical debts to proving eligibility for public health insurance, obtaining services that should be covered by Medicaid, and helping with language or disability accommodations, helps to eliminate barriers to healthcare for people and families with low-income.

* Provides care management and support services including: Meet your personal health goals and outcomes Coordinate transportation to medical visits Understand your medical needs, even if they are complex, and connect you to the care you need Provide insurance assistance (ACA Marketplace, ADAP, private insurance, Medicaid and Medicaid spend-down, Medicare Part D) Attend medical appointments and pharmacy visits for medication follow-up Find primary care and other kinds of medical care Coordinate referrals and follow through for mental health and substance abuse Explore other services, like nutrition education, day health, our food pantry, and more Housing assistance and planning LGBTQ-focused Care Management services

Provides outreach and information and referral services in specific geographic areas of the city and county. Assists elderly with issues relating to Social Security, Medicare, and other benefits. Generally assists seniors with any difficulty they may encounter.

Program offers assistance, information, education and referral about benefits, housing, nursing home advocacy and diversion to avoid moving into a nursing home, respite services for care givers, consumer-directed personal services, traumatic brain injury services, and a personal care bank for toiletries and supplies for families in need.

Provides free legal representation to clients who are denied or cut off from SSD or SSI benefits.

If eligible, SNAP benefit is made available on a card to be scanned at grocery stores to be used as money to purchase food. Expedited service available to very low income families and individuals.SNAP recipient households that have lost food purchased with SNAP benefits due to household storm damage or power outages are entitled to a replacement issuance of SNAP benefits for July 2024, provided that the household reports the loss within 10 days of the date of loss, and the household returns a signed and completed form "Request for Replacement of Food Purchased with Food Stamp Benefits," within 10 days of the date of the report of loss. If the 10th day falls on a weekend or holiday, a statement received the day after the weekend or holiday is acceptable.Online Application: https://otda.ny.gov/programs/applications/2291.pdf

Assists individuals receiving assistance (Temporary Assistance, Medicaid, and Food Stamps) to apply for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability (SSDI). Also assists clients in filing appeals of denials for SSI and SSDI.

* Assists with food benefits like SNAP and WIC.

Access to Independence (ATI) provides: individuals of all ages, with and without disabilities businesses human service agencieswith resources and options for making informed choices about living, learning and working independently; understanding disability rights and services, and locating appropriate local and state resources.

* Provides referral services to local agencies providing assistance with prescription medication savings and other age related services. * Offers an online benefits check up that helps find state, federal, and private benefits programs available where you live. These benefits programs can help pay for prescriptions, health care, food, utilities.

* Assists veterans file claims for compensation and pension benefits.* Coordinates with local nursing homes to ensure veteran residents are in receipt of applicable benefits and Assisted Living facilities.* Submit claims for memorial benefits and procurement of discharge papers.* Provides advocacy and counseling services to veterans, their dependents or survivors.* Offers presentations for veteran organization, local businesses, public events, area colleges.

* Offers Family and Emergency Services including: Family support and case management services. Advocacy and referrals.* Member of the Emergency Services and Family Stabilization Network.

Provides information and assistance to veterans, family members and active military personnel in obtaining records, benefits, and entitlements from the Department of Veteran's Affairs.

Provides free legal counseling and representation for low-income individuals who need assistance in civil cases including government benefits, senior legal services, federal tax issue, unemployment insurance, disability, housing landlord/tenant, family law matters, and consumers issues.

* Provides support, advocacy, linkage, and referral services. Services are provided by a certified Family Peer Advocate, a provider with lived experience raising and caring for children with mental health conditions. Examples of services include: School advocacy. Basic needs referrals. Emotional support. Health and benefits systems navigation.

Advocate for an enhanced quality of life and independence of persons with intellectual, developmental and other disabilities.

Provides information and assistance to veterans, family members, and active military personnel in obtaining records, benefits, and entitlements from the Department of Veteran's Affairs.

* Provides Veterans' benefits advocacy and assistance.* Offers counseling on veteran benefit problems.

The Immigrant Services Program (ISP) targets our services to assist immigrants, refugees, asylees, and new arrivals who are living in low-income households, have language and/or cultural barriers, and need assistance in accessing community resources. However, we do assist others as staff time is available. Direct services, case management, and referrals are provided to clients to help them gain self-sufficiency.Examples of our services include:. Job development services. Referrals to adult ESL classes and tutoring. Help with understanding and accessing community resources. Assistance with completing applications. Help with accessing healthcare and childcare providers. Referrals to in-house SNAP and health insurance application appointments. Referrals to tax preparation programs including ITIN applications. Assistance with completing notices regarding social services and public benefitsCatholic Charities is recognized by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and the Department of Homeland Security as a non-profit agency that can provide low-cost legal immigration services. Services are fee-based, and we offer a sliding scale for individuals who are living in low-income households. We are affiliated with the Catholic Legal Immigration Network, Inc. (CLINIC).The program director is accredited by the DOJ to provide legal immigration services. Those services include:. Address change. Affidavit of Support. Alien Relative Petition. Certificate of Citizenship. Citizenship & Naturalization Services. Consular Processing, Visa Family Petitions. Employment Authorization (EAD). FOIA Request & Analysis. Legal Consultations. Marriage Based Adjustment of Status. Permanent Residency (green cards). Provisional Waivers. Refugee Adjustment of Status. Removals of Conditions on Residence. Replacement of Naturalization Certificate. Temporary Protective Status. Travel Documents

Some persons who own homes and cars may still meet food stamp eligibility criteria. Call for information and telephone prescreening or to set up appointment. Food stamp eligibility pre-screening referral to nutrition assistance programs. Senior citizens may be eligible for Farmers Market coupons.

Provides information and assistance to Veterans, family members, and active military personnel in obtaining records, benefits, and entitlements from the Department of Veteran's Affairs.

Provides free legal representation to clients who are denied or cut off from SSD or SSI benefits.

* Assists in locating housing, linking people to public assistance, rental subsidies and financial assistance, advocating with landlords, and assisting in conflict resolution.