Nassau County Department Of Social Services

This initiative offers temporary support to low-income families. It includes various programs such as Funeral Assistance, HEAP, Emergency Assistance Programs, and Family Assistance (FA), which delivers cash aid to families with a minor child living with a parent or a caretaker relative. FA follows the federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) guidelines. Other programs include Safety Net Assistance (SNA) for those who do not qualify for FA, Emergency Assistance to Adults (EAA) for individuals receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI) facing emergencies like homelessness or utility crises, and Emergency Assistance to Families (EAF) for families encountering unforeseen emergencies. Additionally, Emergency Safety Net Assistance (E-SNA) is available for individuals not eligible for ongoing public assistance who demonstrate an emergency need. For comprehensive information about the programs and their eligibility criteria, it is recommended to call the agency directly.

Intake Procedure: The agency encourages clients to call for more information.

Fees: The agency suggests clients call for details.