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New York State Announces $210 Million in Food Aid; SNAP Recipients will Continue Receiving the Maximum Food Benefits for their Household

The state Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) announced that all New Yorkers enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) will receive the maximum allowable…

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Updated: 06/29/2021 - 1:25 pm
Employment and Training Services Resources

The Erie County Department of Social Services announces and reminds its residents about local Employment and Training Services Resources, including ACCES-VR (Adults Career and Continuing Education…

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Updated: 06/22/2021 - 10:01 am
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SNAP
(Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) issues electronic benefits that can be used like cash to purchase food. SNAP helps low-income working people, senior citizens, the disabled and others feed their families. Eligibility and benefit levels are based on household size, income and other factors.

In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis od race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write to: USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; or call (800) 795-3272 or (202) 720-6382 (TTY). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. FNS 113-1, USDA.

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Department of Social Services
Edward A Rath County Office Building
95 Franklin Street, 8th Floor
Buffalo, New York 14202

Phone: (716) 858-8000

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SNAP Contact Information

Call Center: (716) 858-7239

Language Line: (1-855-938-0592)

Fax: (716) 858-6834

To apply in person: Report to 3rd Floor, Rath Building, 158 Pearl Street, Buffalo, NY 14202

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