Offers benefit information regarding but not limited to Filing Claims for Benefits from Federal & State Agencies; Filing DD-214, discharge papers & separation papers; Assist Veteran Service Organizations; Assist with Appeals; Community Affairs-Memorial Services, Dedications, Ceremonies, etc.; Referrals to other County, State & Federal Agencies and In Home visits to assist the housebound with claims. Call for detailed information for veterans at the county, state and federal level.

Offers benefit information regarding but not limited to Filing Claims for Benefits from Federal & State Agencies; Filing DD-214, discharge papers & separation papers; Assist Veteran Service Organizations; Assist with Appeals; Community Affairs-Memorial Services, Dedications, Ceremonies, etc.; Referrals to other County, State & Federal Agencies and In Home visits to assist the housebound with claims. Call for detailed information for veterans at the county, state and federal level.

To provide information on worker's compensation for accident or illness on the job and about disability payments for accident or illness not job-related. Holds hearings on disability claims processed through NYS Disability and adjudicates Workers' Compensation claims.

Provides health insurance coverage to people 65 years of age or older, people who have drawn Social Security benefits on account of disability for at least 24 consecutive months, and insured workers and their dependents. Provides new or replacement social security numbers and/or cards.

Pays benefits to disabled workers under Full Retirement Age, and to their dependents, as well as survivors of insured workers - widows or widowers at age 60 years and older, widows/widowers who have entitled children 16 years of age and younger in their care, and widows between ages 50 and 60 meeting disability-related requirement.

Makes monthly payments to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources. Benefits are payable to people ages 65 years and older without disabilities.
Connects individuals receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits with free employment services.

Provides information and services regarding Social Security, Medicare, Supplemental Security.

Provides health insurance coverage to people 65 years of age or older, people who have drawn Social Security benefits on account of disability for at least 24 consecutive months, and insured workers and their dependents. Provides new or replacement social security numbers and/or cards.

Pays benefits to disabled workers under Full Retirement Age, and to their dependents, as well as survivors of insured workers - widows or widowers at age 60 years and older, widows/widowers who have entitled children 16 years of age and younger in their care, and widows between ages 50 and 60 meeting disability-related requirement.

Makes monthly payments to disabled adults and children who have limited income and resources. Benefits are payable to people ages 65 years and older without disabilities.
Connects individuals receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits with free employment services.

Collaborates with federal, state and local agencies; employers; housing providers, faith-based and community nonprofits; and others to expand employment, health services and affordable housing options for Veterans.

Pays benefits to disabled workers under Full Retirement Age (65 to 67), and to their dependents. Benefits are paid to survivors of insured workers - widows or widowers at age 60 or later, widows/widowers at any age who have in their care entitled children under age 16 or disabled and disabled widows between ages 50 and 60 meeting disability-related requirement.

Monthly payments to workers under full-retirement age, with severe disabilities and certain dependents. Recent work credit required, generally 5 of last 10 years, less for younger workers.

Benefits for employees injured off the job.You must file your claim within 30 days after you become disabled

Assists disabled persons with Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability (SSD) appeals.

Operates programs to benefit veterans and members of their families. Benefits include compensation payments for disabilities or death related to military service, pensions, education and training, home loan, burial and a medical care program incorporating nursing homes, clinics, and medical centers. Comprised of three organizations that administer veterans programs: the Veterans Health Administration, the Veterans Benefits Administration, and the National Cemetery Administration. Website access for resource and information.

Administers Social Security Trust Fund to provide retirement, disability or death benefits to insured workers or their dependents/survivors medicare for aged 65 and over Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for the needy over 65, blind or disabled. Website includes information on employment for people with disabilities and for employers seeking to hire the disabled.

Is a voluntary Social Security Administration program that provides several work incentives to Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Insurance (SSI) beneficiaries. These incentives assist beneficiaries seeking to work, without fear of immediately losing their benefits. Call for detailed information.

Poughkeepsie Social Security office will be temporarily closed and does not have an official reopen date. For in-person services, Poughkeepsie residents will need to travel to the Social Security office in Middletown, located at 85 Crystal Run Road. The office is open 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday-Friday (866) 504-4801 Help is available either by phone, website or local offices, to check status, report changes, apply for Medicare/social security benefits, information on eligibility, and more. Also available is a government benefits website which provides individuals access and information about benefits for various needs or circumstances.

Serves veterans as an advocate for compensation, pension, education and training, vocational rehabilitation, and additional benefits for survivors, burial and hospital care. The agency provides free transportation for veterans to either the Veterans Administration (VA) Hospital or VA health clinic in East Meadow. The VSA provides returning Iraq and Afghanistan veterans with information on the GI Bill, employment opportunities, VA claims, and referrals. Call for detailed information.

Offers counseling and claims development services such as filing applications with the Department of Veteran's Affairs for compensation, pension, education, survivor's benefits, and burial benefits. Assists veterans and their families with local and New York State benefits.

Work with veterans to support positive environment. Provide emotional support, information and guidance for veterans who have emotional problems including post traumatic stress disorder relating to experiences in the service, or who are having other difficulties adjusting to their civilian status. Assists in finding proper avenues for health education and housing. Peer to peer group meetings to encourage outreach and advocacy. Offers dog training for veterans with PTSD.

Provides assistance with disability rights, VA benefits, discharge upgrades, housing, child support (restrictions), domestic violence (restrictions), and entitlements.

Informs and assist members of the armed forces, veterans, their dependents and survivors in relation to (1) matters pertaining to education, training and retraining services and facilities, (2) health, medical and rehabilitation services and facilities, (3) provisions of federal, state and local laws and regulations affording special rights and privileges to members of the armed forces, veterans and their families, (4) employment and re-employment services, and other matters of similar related or appropriate nature. Call for detailed information.

Offers assistance for the following services, too check paperwork status, report changes, apply for Medicare/social security benefits, information on eligibility, and more. Also available is a government benefits website which provides individuals access and information about benefits for various needs or circumstances.

Angels for Warriors connects veterans with the resources they have earned from their service to our country. We assist Veteran's transition to permanent housing, register them for veteran benefits and advocate on the veteran's behalf for medical care.

Administers Social Security Trust Fund to provide retirement, disability or death benefits to insured workers or their dependents/survivors medicare for aged 65 and over Supplemental Security Income (SSI) for the needy over 65, blind or disabled. Website includes information on employment for people with disabilities and for employers seeking to hire the disabled.

Offers assistance for the following services, too check paperwork status, report changes, apply for Medicare/social security benefits, information on eligibility, and more. Also available is a government benefits website which provides individuals access and information about benefits for various needs or circumstances.

Office for claims and inquiries about Social Security and SSI; initial claims only for Medicare. Issues social security cards. Offers benefit programs to assist retired or disabled, as well as aged or disabled in need. Also offers programs to assist certain dependents and survivors, as well as coal miners (Black Lung Benefits).