Financial Assistance
Emergency Assistance for Adults (EAA) helps meet emergency financial needs of people eligible for, or who are receiving, Social Security. EAA provides assistance in hardship situations, such as replacing lost, stolen or not received SSI checks, or providing funds to cover food needs or to prevent eviction or utility shut-off. Contact your local department of social services
. In New York City call the Human Resources Administration Infoline: 1-718-557-1399.