NYS Medicaid 1115 Waiver: Health Equity Reform

Social Care Network (SCN)

Join the Staten Island Social Care Network
Join the Community Services Directory

Starting in January 2025, the Staten Island Social Care Network will help connect you to local organizations that provide services you might need. These services include:

Housing

Food

Transportation

Social Care Management

Through the Social Care Network, a Care Navigator can meet with you and your family to ask questions and see if you may need extra help. If you or your family qualify for services, the Navigator will help you get the support you need. You might be able to get more than one service, depending on your needs. These services include:

Housing and Utilities Support

  • Installing home modifications like ramps, handrails, and grab bars to make your home accessible and safe.
  • Repairing and fixing water leaks to prevent mold from growing in your home.
  • Sealing holes and cracks to prevent pests from entering your home.
  • Providing an air conditioner, heater, humidifier, or dehumidifier to help improve ventilation in your home.
  • Helping you find and apply for safe and stable housing in the community.

Nutrition Support

  • Getting help from a nutrition expert who will give you guidance and support in choosing healthy foods to meet your health needs and goals.
  • Getting prepared meals, fresh produce, or grocery items delivered to your home for up to six (6) months. These food items will be tailored to your specific health needs.
  • Providing cooking supplies like pots, pans, microwave, refrigerator, and utensils to prepare meals.

Transportation Services

Helping you access public or private transportation like buses, taxis or ride share service to approved locations such as:

    • Going to a job interview
    • Parenting classes
    • Housing court to prevent eviction
    • Local farmers’ markets
    • City or state department offices to obtain important documents.

Social Care Management Services

  • Getting help with finding a job or job training program
  • Getting help applying for public benefits
  • Getting help managing your finances
  • Getting connected to services like childcare, counseling, crisis intervention, health homes program, and more