The mission of the Department of Social Services is to provide financial assistance and support services to eligible Suffolk County residents. Generally, you can receive cash SNA for a maximum of two years in a lifetime.You may be able to get cash help if you cannot pay your bills because you lost your job, are getting less pay from your job, or had another emergency. Your first step in applying for a student loan is filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Please call (631) 8533666 for an application. Public Assistance cases should call (631) 853-3632 or (631) 853-3642. Students seeking support must complete the HEERF II Application. Applications will be reviewed based on the following criteria: Availability of HEERF II funds. Option 2: Bypass eligibility screening and submit an application manually. Your first step in applying for a student loan is filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).