Cortland County Dept. of Social Services (DSS)

Public Assistance Services

This area of the Department of Social Services is responsible for the administration of income maintenance including Public Assistance, Medicaid, Food Stamps, Emergency Assistance, HEAP, Daycare and Employment Services related to assisting individuals in achieving self-sufficiency. Initial and on-going eligibility determinations are a primary function of Public Assistance services. Eligibility determinations involve means tested income guidelines, fraud investigations, and require cooperation with employment activities.

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Programs Offered:

Public Assistance Services
Family Services
Child Support and Enforcement Services
Family Wraparound Program