Prepared meals
Ready-to-eat meal options may be available if approved.
BRONXFood support delivered at $0 cost.
Have New York Medicaid? You may qualify for prepared meals, groceries, or food support delivered to your home.
✓ Takes under 60 seconds to apply
MEALS · GROCERIES · DELIVERY$0 cost if approved
Food support, made simple
Real food support, covered through Medicaid.
Compass Care helps Bronx residents take the first step toward meals, groceries, and home delivery through New York’s Social Care Network program.
Groceries and pantry support
Food and pantry staples may be available to help stock your kitchen.
Delivery to your door
Home delivery may be available based on approval and location.
Support from a real person
Our team reviews your application and explains what happens next.
Community · Clarity · DignityReal support, connected to health
What is the Social Care Network?
New York Social Care Networks connect Medicaid members with organizations that screen for health-related social needs and help coordinate appropriate services. We make the first step simple. You tell us the basics; we help you understand what may be available.
Learn how it works ↓Who may qualify
You may qualify if you have New York Medicaid.
Having Medicaid allows you to be screened, but it does not guarantee a particular service. Eligibility depends on your circumstances, location, program rules, and approval.
Pregnant or postpartum individuals
This may be a starting pointFamilies with children
This may be a starting pointOlder adults
This may be a starting pointPeople managing ongoing health-related needs
This may be a starting pointPeople having trouble accessing enough food
This may be a starting pointWhat you may receive
Food support that fits your needs.
Depending on eligibility, location, availability, and the approved service, possible food support may include:
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Prepared meals
Prepared meals may be available when included in an approved nutrition service.
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Groceries and pantry support
Support may include groceries, pantry staples, or other food resources when approved.
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Dietary and cultural preferences
Dietary and cultural preferences may be considered when available.
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Support for qualifying households
Support depends on program rules, household needs, availability, and approval.
How it works
Getting started is simple and private.
Apply directly on the website and our team takes it from there.
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Complete the short form
Share a few basic details through the private application.
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We review your information
A Compass Care Bronx team member reviews your application.
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We contact you if needed
We may call or text to clarify information.
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Eligibility is confirmed
Eligibility depends on your circumstances and program rules.
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We coordinate the next step
If approved, available services and delivery arrangements are explained.
Common questions
Answers before you begin
No. Compass Care Bronx is not a government agency. We help Bronx residents begin the Social Care Network screening process.
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Real Bronx families. A simpler first step.
“I really didn’t expect the process to be so smooth.”
— Gabriel C. Brungs, Bronx
“The food is better than I could have ever imagined.”
— David Jablonski, Bronx
“Very reliable.”
— John Moses, Bronx
Individual experiences vary. Eligibility and available services depend on program rules, location, and approval.
For community organizations
Help someone take the first step.
Clinics, churches, schools, pharmacies, social workers, and community groups may share Compass Care Bronx with people they serve.