πŸ‡ΊπŸ‡Έ USAGovBenefits.com β€” Free independent resource. Not affiliated with any U.S. government agency.
Homeβ€ΊNew Yorkβ€ΊEssexβ€ΊHead Start Programβ€ΊPort Henry
CHILDREN β€” NY

πŸ§’ Head Start Program in Port Henry, Essex, New York β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Port Henry residents

Free preschool programMax Benefit
1-866-763-6481Helpline
NYState
100% FPLFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Port Henry, New York
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Port Henry, New York
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4 in Port Henry: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-866-763-6481
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Port Henry residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Essex Office
Visit offices near Port Henry. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Port Henry
  • Child birth certificate
  • Proof of income
  • Proof of residency
  • Immunization records
❓ FAQs β€” Head Start Program in Port Henry
Who qualifies for Head Start Program in Port Henry, New York?
Residents of Port Henry, Essex, New York with income at or below 100% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-866-763-6481.
How to apply for Head Start Program in Port Henry?
Apply online at eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/center-locator, call 1-866-763-6481, or visit Essex office.
Is there a Head Start Program office in Port Henry?
The nearest office is in Essex. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” New York Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Head Start Program changes in New York.