Rent and temporary housing
Up to 6 months
Some people may get help with rent, back-rent, or temporary housing for up to six months. If approved, payment goes to the landlord — not to you directly.
Eligibility
Am I Eligible for SCN Services?
Any Medicaid member can get screened. A care coordinator reviews your needs and explains which services or referrals may be available.
Read New York's eligibility rulesThe form is simple and confidential. If you share it, someone on our team reviews your answers and follows up.
Even if you do not qualify for a Social Care Network service, you may still get connected to other state, federal, or community programs.
Not sure? Start the free Self-Screening Form. A navigator can still point you to programs in your community.
How do I know if I'm eligible?
You have New York Medicaid.
A short screening shows you need help with things like food or housing.
Some services are for Medicaid members with certain health situations. A person will explain which rules apply.
Screening does not lock in a service. A real person checks what you may qualify for and explains next steps.
Fill out the Self-Screening Form, or email us if you have questions.
Who the program may serve
Who the program may serve
For some enhanced services, you must be in at least one of these groups—and a navigator still checks the rules for the specific service.
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People who use the hospital or ER a lot
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People in a New York Health Home
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People dealing with substance use
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People with serious mental illness
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Adults or kids with an intellectual or developmental disability
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Pregnant people and people up to 12 months after birth
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People recently released from jail or prison (within 90 days) who have a chronic condition
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High-risk kids under 18
Examples
How long some services may last
Pregnant or recently had a baby?
Up to 12 months after birth
Eligible members may qualify for meals, food boxes, or groceries during pregnancy and for up to 12 months after birth. Some meal programs can cover up to three meals a day.
Next steps
What happens next
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Complete the screening.
Answer questions about needs that affect health and daily life.
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We review your responses.
If you submit the form, someone on our team reviews your answers.
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Understand the next step.
If you qualify, a care coordinator explains what services or referrals may be available and helps with the next step.
This website does not approve services. A person on our team checks what you may qualify for. Final yes/no comes from the program, not this website.
Questions
We're here to make it easier
For general questions, contact OpenDoor Care by email—or start a free screening when you're ready.