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Published on Aug 16, 2022 by Michelle Berney
The Inflation Reduction Act, signed into law on August 16, 2022, contains many healthcare provisions, some of which will take effect in the beginning of 2023:The enhanced subsidies for purchasing a Qualified Health Plan, put in place by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) of 2021, will continue for an additional three years, through 2025. Meaning [...]
Published on Aug 3, 2022 by Yvonne Peña
NYS Homes and Community Renewal’s Residential Emergency Services to Offer Repairs to the Elderly (RESTORE) program provides financial assistance for senior homeowners to make repairs that allow them to continue living independently in their homes. Governor Hochul signed legislation in August 2022 increasing the July-August 2022 Page 6 Benefits Plus E-Newsletter amount of time to complete [...]
Published on Aug 2, 2022
Effective August 1, 2022, the income threshold for child care assistance will be set at 300% FPL.For example, for a household size of three can have income up to $69,090 annually. Families in NYC who are interested in applying can go to https://www1.nyc.gov/site/acs/early-care/acs-child-care-options.page.
Published on Aug 1, 2022
CSS’s Financial Coaching Corps is happy to offer financial coaching to interested participants through our helpline. If your clients need help in the areas of budgeting, banking, credit, and debt, they can speak with one of our financial coaches, either in person or virtually. Experienced volunteer coaches, trained and certified by the Community Service Society of [...]