Run by the Department of Social Services (DSS), Day Care Services - Workforce New York authorizes child care subsidy for eligible Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) and low income families. Provides assistance in finding child care, authorizes child care as part of preventative or protective services plan. Coordinates registration and monitoring of family day care homes and school-age child care programs.

The federal government contracts with private insurance organizations called carriers to process claims and make payments for services provided by doctors and suppliers under Medicare's Part B program.
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MedEquipped provides custom wheelchairs and custom power wheelchairs.

Medicare is our country's health insurance program for people age 65 or older. You may qualify if you have permanent kidney failure or receive Disability Benefits.

There are different parts of Medicare to match your medical coverage needs and budgets.

Parts A and B - You'll sign up for Medicare through Social Security. You can sign up for Parts A and B, or Part A only.

Part A (hospital insurance) - Part A helps pay for inpatient care at:

- Hospitals

- Skilled Nursing Facility

- Hospice

It also covers some outpatient home health care. Part A is free if your worked and paid Medicare taxes for at least 10 years. You may be eligible because of your current or former spouse's work.

Part B (medical insurance) covers:

- Services from doctors and other health care providers

- Outpatient care

- Home health care

- Durable Medical Equipment

- Some preventative services

Most people pay a monthly premium for Part B. The exact premium depends on your income level.

Parts C and D - Private companies run Parts C and D. The federal government approves each plan. Costs and coverage type vary by provider.

Part C (Medicare Advantage) - Part C is known as Medicare Advantage. It's an alternative to Parts A and B that bundles several coverage types, including Parts A, B, and usually D. It may also include:

- Vision

- Hearing

- Dental Insurance

You must sign up for Part A and B before enrolling in Part D.

The Norway Town Office located at 3013 Military Road, Newport NY 13416 has information on:

• Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds

• Code officers

• Tax collection

• Dog Control, etc.

• Land assessments

• Town supervisors/clerks

The Town of Salisbury Office located at PO Box 241, Salisbury NY 13454 has information on:

• Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds

• Code officers

• Tax collection

• Dog Control, etc.

• Land assessments

• Town supervisors/clerks

Medicaid, through the Department of Social Services (DSS) provides payment directly to medial care vendors/providers, health care professionals, hospitals/institutions for needed medical care and services to low-income eligible persons and SSI persons. Medicaid ID cards issued for all eligible persons in household. Eligibility: Based on income and resource criteria. Pharmacy may not refuse client prescribed medication if patient does not have co-payment, other payment arrangements may be made.

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as the Food Stamps Program, provides assistance for low income households so that they can afford groceries.

The Medicaid Application Assistance Program (MAAP) at Western New York Independent Living, Inc. helps individuals who are 65 or older, blind, and/or disabled (regardless of age) apply for Medicaid services. MAAP staff work directly with the Erie County Department of Social Services to help qualifying individuals apply for a variety of Medicaid-based services. These services include:

• Community Medicaid

• Medicaid-Buy In for Working People w/ Disabilities

• Medicaid Spend-Down Program

• Managed Long Term Care (MLTC)

• Nursing Home/Chronic Care Coverage

Some people with limited resources and income may be able to get Extra Help to pay for the costs related to a Medicare prescription drug plan, such as monthly premiums, deductible and prescription copayments.