Government benefits
Get information on government programs that may help you pay for food, housing, health care, and other basic living expenses. Learn about Social Security and government checks.
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Find government benefits and financial help
Use the benefit finder tool or search by category to learn which benefits you and your family may be eligible for. Understand how to apply for what you qualify for.
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Food assistance
Get nutritious food through SNAP (food stamps), WIC for women, infants, and children, and emergency food assistance.
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Health insurance
Get information about Medicaid, CHIP, Medicare, the ACA Health Insurance Marketplace, and COBRA.
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Housing help
Learn about rental and buyer assistance programs. Find emergency housing and avoid eviction.
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Help with utility bills
Learn about government programs to help pay for phone, internet, and energy bills.
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Welfare and financial assistance
Learn about welfare benefits, financial assistance, and more.
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Social Security
Learn about Social Security, including retirement and disability benefits, how to get or replace your Social Security card, and more.
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Government checks and payments
Report missing government checks. Trace unexpected payments. Make a payment to the government.
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State social service agencies
Contact your state social service agency for information about state benefit programs and more.
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Government death benefits
Find government survivor benefits for housing, education, military, and more.
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Where to report incorrect benefit payments
Get contact information for reporting missing or incorrect federal benefit payments.
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Government grants and loans
Learn about federal grants for states and organizations and federal loans for individuals.
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