CIDNY conducts comprehensive benefit screening for health care, SNAP (formerly food stamps), heating assistance, Social Security Income (SSI), Social Security Disability Income (SSDI), tax benefits, veteran’s benefits, housing subsidies, prescription assistance, unemployment insurance, subsidized transit, long-term care options, among other benefits. They provide information on these programs, help with applications and navigating complex systems, assist with the appeals process, and make referrals. They help people understand their options and to advocate for themselves. They provide Education, Food, Health Care, Housing, Independent living, Nursing, Peer Counselling, etc…