Benefits Access at WSCAH

Helping Families on Their Journey to Food Security

At WSCAH, we understand the importance of food security for families in our community. Our comprehensive suite of services is designed to assist and empower families to achieve a stable and secure future.

Benefits Access Services

Our Benefits Access team is dedicated to providing essential services to our customers. We comprehensively assess customers to identify the benefits and services for which they are eligible. Our offerings include:

  • SNAP (Food Stamps): Helping families apply for and renew Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
  • Public Assistance/Cash Assistance: Providing support for financial stability
  • Health Insurance Programs: Assisting in enrolling in health insurance programs
  • Rental Assistance: Including Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE), Disability Rent Increase Exemption (DRIE), and more
  • Transportation Assistance: Offering Reduced Fare and Fair Fare Metrocards

We also maintain strong referral partnerships to connect our customers with a wide range of services:

  • WIC: Ensuring access to Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) benefits
  • Shelter Resources: Assisting with finding safe and stable temporary housing
  • Financial Counseling: Providing guidance on financial management
  • Educational and Employment Programs: Supporting personal and professional growth
  • Immigration Legal Assistance: Guiding through immigration-related issues
  • Benefits and Housing Advocacy: Advocating for your rights
  • Further Food Assistance Programs: Ensuring ongoing food security

Contact Us

For more information and assistance with Benefits Access, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us. Our Benefits Access Specialists are able to assist you in your preferred language.

Email: [email protected]

Phone: (212) 362-3662 ext. 3

We are here to help and support you on your journey to food security.

Customer Testimonials:

“Without WSCAH’s help, I wasn’t able to pay my rent. Thank you to the Benefits Access team for helping me keep my home and provide for my family.”

“I cried tears of joy. My family would not have been able to receive the benefits we’re entitled to if it were not for the patience and support I got here at WSCAH.”

“Thank you for all of this help. I now have stability to continue paying my rent and buying food to support my health. You helped me regain my life back.”