October 2024 Updates on Benefits Programs for Clients

Updates to SNAP guidelines

Beginning October 1, more people will be eligible for SNAP.  Below are the monthly income and resource guidelines for households with one member who is 60+ or disabled, as well as the amount of the increased SNAP allotment:

                              Household Size        Maximum Monthly Gross Income

                                     1 person                                  $2,510

                                     2 people                                  $3,407

                                     3 people                                  $4,303

The maximum resource level for applicants who are 60+ or disabled and over the maximum monthly gross income is now $4,500.

The maximum SNAP allotment per household:

                              Household Size        Maximum Amount of SNAP

                                    1 person                                   $292

                                    2 people                                   $536

                                    3 people                                   $768

Deadline for EBT Benefit Skimming Replacement is extended

Congress has extended SNAP replacement benefits through December 20, 2024, as part of federal stopgap legislation.  Go here to learn more about filing for SNAP replacement.

SNAP Restaurant Meal Program expands!

The Restaurant Meal Program (RMP) enables eligible SNAP recipients to use their benefits to purchase meals at participating restaurants. NY State's OTDA has gradually expanded this program on a limited basis in Manhattan, Bronx, Brooklyn and Queens. Go here for more information and a list of participating restaurants.

New NYCHA rental assistance programs announced

NYCHA will launch two new programs later this month to provide up to $185 million in rental assistance to eligible residents with arrears. These one-time programs are intended to further help residents recover from the economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic so that they can better meet their obligations to pay rent and ensure housing stability.  NYCHA will be holding an informational webinar on these programs on October 17 at 12:00pm. Register for NYCHA's webinar here.