Food Stamps
The Food Stamp program is a federal benefit, redeemable at authorized retail food stores. This program was renamed this in 2008, under the acronym S.N.A.P.
WHAT IS SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM?
*This was done in order to remove the stigma and be clear that this was to supplement one's food, not be the sole resource.
According to the County Treasurer, this program makes up approximately 45% of the county budget.
WHAT IS MEDICAID AND SOCIAL SERVICES?
Peggy graduated from LG in this year. It was also the same year Kelly Clarkson was named the first American Idol.
WHAT IS 2002?
A person can apply for Medicaid online at www.nystateofhealth.ny.gov or by walking in to Genesee County DSS located at this address.
WHAT IS 5130 EAST MAIN ST, BATAVIA, NY 14020.
*Genesee County Mental Health is also located at this address.
An individual can receive cash assistance through a program called Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF). But it is limited to this many years in a lifetime.
WHAT IS FIVE YEARS?
*After 5 years, one can then get Safety Net Assistance (SNA)
This is the percentage of Genesee County residents, age 65 and under, without health insurance.
WHAT IS 5%?
*NYS = 7%
*National = 13.7%
This free, confidential, 24/7 resource connects people with health and human services throughout WNY.
WHAT IS 2-1-1 WNY?
*Information and referrals include: basic needs, food assistance, free tax prep, holiday assistance, housing, job training, legal counseling, mental health & substance abuse services. Simply dial 211 or visit www.211wny.org.
When you are behind on your house payments and you are afraid you might be out of time and options and may lose your home when the bank does this 'F' word.
Although this product made by Centrum is "Always complete from A to Zinc", you CANNOT buy them with Food Stamp Benefits.
WHAT ARE VITAMINS?
*You also cannot buy beer, wine, liquor, tobacco, pet food, soaps, paper products and household supplies.
"Genesee" is derived from "Gen-nis'-hee-yo", an Iroquois word meaning this.
WHAT IS THE BEAUTIFUL VALLEY?
This current LG participant is the Director of Social Services.
WHO IS BEN?
These are the eligibility rules used by New York State to determine if you are eligible for Medicaid. The acronym is M.A.G.I.
WHAT IS MODIFIED ADJUSTED GROSS INCOME?
*In general, the income is counted the same as the IRS standards.
Instead of getting actual cash, your benefits are electronically transferred to this type of benefit card.
WHAT IS AN E.B.T. CARD?
*This stands for Electronic Benefits Transfer. You also receive your food stamps this way.
You have exhausted all options for affordable health insurance & prescription coverage, but you need a really expensive prescription. You can ask the pharmacist for this.
WHAT IS A DISCOUNT PROGRAM?
*There are many available discount programs for prescriptions to reduce costs, all you need to do is ask your pharmacist.
Unsure about transportation options in Genesee County, you can call this organization for unbiased help.
WHAT IS THE OFFICE FOR THE AGING (OFA)?
*OFA provides transportation information to all residents and their caregivers as well as linkage and support for various transportation options for those 60 and older. They make it their business to know all about transportation!
This agency helps homeowners with their foreclosure prevention services.
WHAT IS COUNCIL HOUSING AT PATHSTONE?
*They serve all counties, not just Rochester in Monroe County!
In order to be eligible for Food Stamps, a single mother with one child must make less than this dollar amount per month.
WHAT IS $2,000?
*Family of three = $2,598/mo
*Family of four = $3,138/mo
While Buffalo is a Metropolitan, in economic terms, Batavia/Genesee County is considered this?
WHAT IS A MICROPOLITAN?
In the LG Class of 2019 (the best class), 17 people said they were one of these two animals.
WHAT ARE A GIRAFFE OR A KOALA?
* Giraffe - Jen P, Diane, Betsy, Marie, Kelly Jo, Steven, Nicole and Jaylene
*Koala - Emily, Courtney, Lezlie, Jen D, Kim, Josh, Greg, Dan and Anita.
If a family of four, where children are over 1 year old make more than $56,000/yr, they would be ineligible for Medicaid, however, the Children could qualify for this Health Insurance plan.
WHAT IS CHILD HEALTH PLUS?
*To find out more you can call 1-800-698-KIDS.
This is the NUMBER OF DAYS waiting period until your family Temporary Assistance will be approved or denied.
WHAT IS 30 DAYS?
*45 days for SAFETY NET ASSISTANCE.
In partnership with the Genesee Co Legislature, this program makes dental care more affordable for all residents, at NO COST to the county.
WHAT IS THE GENESEE COUNTY DENTAL CARD PROGRAM?
*At a cost of .10c/day for a single person or a $1/week for a family, this program saves people hundreds for crowns and root canals and up to $50 for routine dental care. Look in your folders for more details!
Injured or sick in Genesee County and you have NO health insurance. Go here for medical attention. They will not turn you away.
WHAT IS A HOSPITAL?
*UMMC Hospital located at 127 North St in Batavia. Hospitals cannot turn anyone away, they must treat. A financial aid is assigned to work with patients on plans to pay medical bills.
Genesee County had this foreclosure percentage rate in 2018?
WHAT IS .36%
*Genesee County had 92 foreclosure filings in 2018.
To be eligible for Food Stamps, a person no longer has to pass a resource test (stocks, savings account etc). The Food Stamp program is based only on this requirement.
WHAT IS INCOME?
Genesee County was created in this year.
WHAT IS 1802?
This current LG participant is the Executive Director for Habitat for Humanity of Genesee County.
WHO IS JAYLENE?
In fiscal year 2017, this state was highest in Medicaid spending with over $83 Billion.
WHAT IS CALIFORNIA?
*New York was second with $78 Billion which is more than double the next closest state in Medicaid expenditures.
If you apply for Cash Assistance due to becoming disabled, you need to provide ongoing "Notes" from this person.
WHO IS YOUR DOCTOR?
*You also have to apply for SSI and follow any treatment recommendations by your Dr.
Congratulations! Your application has been approved for Social Security Disability Benefits. 25 MONTHS from now, you will receive this health care benefit.
WHAT IS MEDICARE HEALTH INSURANCE?
*For those who are unable to work long term due to injury or illness, being approved for SSD can be a lengthy process, including being denied initially and re-applying. Once approved, a person will receive a monthly check based on work history. They must, however, wait the two years until they are eligible for Medicare health insurance.
Répondez s'il vous plaît to this program that has over 300 volunteers assisting 25 non-profits and government agencies across Genesee County.
WHAT IS RSVP?
*People 55 and older can come to one place to be connected to hundreds of local volunteer opportunities. Volunteering has been shown to positively impact health and emotional well-being, especially in older adults. Do good, feel good at some of these RSVP partners: numerous County offices, Chamber of Commerce, Lifespan, UMMC, Crossroad House, the VA, NYS Veterans Home and more.
This subsidized housing program by Pathstone is available for individuals and families with very low income.
WHAT IS SECTION 8?
*Sadly the wait time from application to receiving the voucher is 3 to 4 months :(
To make ends meet, residents can use this type of non profit organization that distributes food to those who have difficulty purchasing enough food for themselves or their family.
WHAT IS A FOOD PANTRY?
*FOOD PANTRIES can be found at The Salvation Army, Community Action of Orleans and Genesee, LeRoy Food Pantry, Pavilion Community Food Pantry, Catholic Charities (food vouchers), Car-a-van Ministries and City Church.
In January 2019, 5% of Genesee County Residents were considered this term meaning, "without a paid job but available to work".
WHAT IS UNEMPLOYED?
*New York State January 2019 = 4.6%
*National January 2019 = 4%
This current LG participant is the RSVP Volunteer Placement Program Coordinator for Genesee County Office for the Aging.
WHO IS COURTNEY?
Genesee County spent over $9 Million on Medicaid in 2018. The taxpayers of Genesee County pay this percentage of that $9 Million.
WHAT IS 100%.
*Taxpayers here dish out about $180,000 per week in Medicaid bills.
To receive the cash assistance benefit, everyone must obtain this type of evaluation or "screening".
WHAT IS A SUBSTANCE ABUSE EVALUATION?
*If treatment is recommended, you can still get cash as long as you show that you are in a treatment program.
If you don't have access to employer coverage and you are not eligible for Medicaid or Medicare, you can purchase this type of health insurance plan.
WHAT IS "MARKETPLACE" OR "OBAMACARE"?
*Marketplace insurance premiums and subsidies are household size and income based. Lake Plains, a non-profit located next to Social Security Adm in the Aldi Plaza will provide one-on-one assistance with Marketplace Insurance options.
If you stop working, voluntarily, or involuntarily, you may be eligible to continue your health insurance coverage by paying up to 102% of the premium of this type of coverage. But don't worry, it won't bite!
WHAT IS COBRA?
*COBRA is the name of the legislation that requires employers of 20 or more to offer up to 12 months of continuation of health care coverage. At up to a 102% cost, COBRA insurance may be a hefty premium, especially when there is loss of income; however, for many the benefits outweigh the costs, especially when a health crisis strikes.
On average Pathstone helps this many families in Genesee County obtain housing vouchers.
WHAT IS 750?