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What they offer

Reentry services for people released from NYS facilities: on-site Medicaid/SNAP enrollment, clothing, HSE classes, resumes, substance use treatment, counseling; pays for lost birth certificates and NYS ID.

Who can get help

People released from a NYS facility.

How to start

Contact for details

Last checked by Second Start on September 18, 2026. Details change, so call ahead to confirm hours and eligibility.

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