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Overview. SSP provides state-funded financial assistance to aged, blind and disabled individuals and is part of the monthly benefit paid to most Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients.

Overview. The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) is responsible for supervising programs that provide assistance and support to eligible families and individuals.

Temporary Assistance (TA), also known as Public Assistance (PA), is temporary help for needy adults, and children. If you are unable to work, can't find a job, or your job does not pay enough, TA may be able to help you pay for your expenses.

You can submit your SNAP Recertification application by mail, from your home by using the internet (.myBenefits.ny.gov), by fax, or in person at your local department of social services. After you submit your application, you must be interviewed.

Overview. SSP provides state-funded financial assistance to aged, blind and disabled individuals and is part of the monthly benefit paid to most Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients.

Ready? Have with you: Recent pay stubs. List of household resources. Current rent/mortgage statement. Current property tax bill. Current homeowner's insurance bill. Social Security card.

Apply by phone: Call SSA at 1-800-772-1213 from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday. Apply in person: Visit your local Social Security office. (Call first to make an appointment.)

The Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA) offers programs for food and temporary cash assistance, heating assistance, child support enforcement, determining eligibility for Social Security disability benefits, and more.