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πŸ’΅ TANF Cash Assistance in Forest Home, Tompkins County, New York β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Forest Home residents

Up to $900/moMax Benefit
1-800-333-4636Helpline
NYState
Varies by stateFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Forest Home, 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€” Forest Home, New York
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4 in Forest Home: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-333-4636
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Forest Home residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Tompkins County Office
Visit offices near Forest Home. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Forest Home
  • Photo ID
  • Birth certificates for children
  • Proof of income
  • Social Security numbers
  • Proof of residency
❓ FAQs β€” TANF Cash Assistance in Forest Home
Who qualifies for TANF Cash Assistance in Forest Home, New York?
Residents of Forest Home, Tompkins County, New York with income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-333-4636.
How to apply for TANF Cash Assistance in Forest Home?
Apply online at www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf, call 1-800-333-4636, or visit Tompkins County office.
Is there a TANF Cash Assistance office in Forest Home?
The nearest office is in Tompkins County. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
πŸ”” New York Alerts 2026
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