Fraud Investigation Unit
Investigates all reported allegations of fraud in the Temporary Assistance, SNAP, Medicaid, HEAP, and Day Care programs. Also investigates day care providers being paid by Social Services who do not really provide care and cases involving food stamp trafficking. Does not investigate Social Security, Disability, Workman's Comp, Unemployment, or Section 8.
Program Information
Eligibility
Individuals wishing to report suspected fraudulent applications or receipt of benefits by people who are ineligible
Application Process
Call or go online to report
Fees
None
Service Area
Albany County
Languages
Language Line available, Spanish
Contact Info
Hours:
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Business Line
Website:
www.albanycounty.com/departments/social-services
Address:
162 Washington AvenueAlbany NY 12210
Accessibility:
Fully Accessible
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