There are a variety of government programs designed to assist the elderly. JASA Help Center social workers can help you navigate the system to find specific benefits and entitlements, based on your individual situation. With a simple phone call, you can get more information about:
- Senior Citizen Rent Increase Exemption (SCRIE)
- Senior Citizen Homeowners Exemption (SCHE)
- Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP)
- Social Security Income (SSI)
- Elder Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage (EPIC)
- Weatherization Referral and Packaging Program (WRAP)
- NY State School Tax Relief Program (STAR)
- Medicare/Medicare Part D
- Medicaid
- Food stamps
