GinaCare Community Services navigates the complex world of government programs, Medicare, Medicaid, homecare, and more — so you don't have to face it alone. All services are 100% FREE.
One call could unlock hundreds of dollars in monthly benefits you didn't know you qualified for. No cost, no pressure — ever.
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ALL LANGUAGESWe are a free benefit navigation and advocacy service connecting individuals and families to the programs that change lives.
GinaCare Community Services was founded on a simple but powerful belief: everyone deserves access to the benefits they qualify for — regardless of language, background, income, or age. Yet millions of people miss out on critical government programs every year simply because navigating the system is too confusing, too overwhelming, or too time-consuming.
We change that. GinaCare handles everything from start to finish — identifying what you qualify for, completing your applications, following up with agencies, and fighting for you if anything is denied. We are your guide, your advocate, and your partner throughout the entire process.
Serving seniors, families, veterans, immigrants, children, and adults with disabilities across Westchester County and New York City — all at no cost to our clients.
We know every program, every form, and every deadline — so you don't have to.
If a benefit is denied, we appeal it. We fight for what you have earned.
Born from the community we serve — multilingual, culturally connected, always present.
We serve seniors, families, veterans, immigrants, children, and adults with disabilities — everyone is welcome.
You never have to figure out a form alone. We complete and submit everything on your behalf.
We don't just refer you — we follow up, track approvals, and resolve issues until the job is done.
Founder & Benefit Navigator
Master of Public Health (MPH) — New York Medical College
BA in Business Healthcare Administration — Iona College
Licensed NYS Insurance Professional — Medicare, Medicaid & Benefits Expert
CMS Certified — Annual Medicare Training & Compliance
Multilingual: English, Español, Kreyòl Ayisyen, Français
Deep roots in the Haitian and Caribbean communities of All 5 Boroughs, Westchester & Long Island
Insurance expertise & public health knowledge — all working for YOU
From Medicare plan selection to emergency assistance, homecare placement to legal aid — we navigate it all on your behalf at zero cost.
We help you understand your Medicare options — Advantage, Supplement, and Part D — and guide you to the right plan for your specific health needs. No pressure. No confusion.
✓ 100% FreeWe identify your eligibility and handle the entire application — putting up to $202.90/month back in your Social Security check every single month.
✓ 100% FreeWe guide you through every step of the Medicaid process — eligibility check, application, submission, and follow-up — until you are fully enrolled and covered.
✓ 100% FreeWe vet agencies, compare options, and connect you with trusted HHA and PCA providers. Through CDPAP, a family member can get paid to be your caregiver — covered by Medicaid.
✓ 100% FreeWe handle your SNAP application from start to finish — putting monthly grocery money on your EBT card. Many people qualify and don't even know it.
✓ 100% FreeNew York State's EPIC program dramatically lowers prescription drug costs for eligible individuals. Most people never hear about it. We find out if you qualify — and enroll you.
✓ 100% FreeIf a benefit is denied, we don't give up. We navigate appeals, resolve disputes, and fight on your behalf until you receive the support you are entitled to.
✓ 100% FreeWe connect veterans to VA healthcare, pension programs, Aid & Attendance, and all other benefits they have earned through their service to our country.
✓ 100% FreeEligible seniors can freeze their rent (SCRIE, 62+) or reduce property taxes (SCHE, 65+). We handle the entire application so you never miss these savings.
✓ 100% FreeWe enroll eligible seniors in the Half-Fare MetroCard program and connect those with disabilities to Access-A-Ride door-to-door paratransit service.
✓ 100% FreeStruggling to pay heating or cooling bills? HEAP provides cash assistance to help cover energy costs. We complete your application and follow up until funds are secured.
✓ 100% FreeSSI, One Shot Deal emergency funds, free government phone, free legal assistance, and dozens more programs — we find every one you qualify for.
✓ 100% FreeLet us do the research. A free 20-minute check-up with GinaCare could unlock hundreds of dollars in monthly benefits.
Five easy steps — we handle the hard parts so you can focus on living your life.
Reach out by phone, text, or email — no paperwork required to get started.
We review your health, income, and current benefits to identify what you're missing.
We create a customized list of every program and benefit you qualify for.
We complete and submit all applications — you just need to review and sign.
We stay with you — tracking approvals, resolving issues, and advocating for you.
GinaCare serves individuals at every stage of life — regardless of age, background, or language.
Medicare plans, savings programs, homecare, SCRIE rent freeze, and dozens of senior-specific benefits.
SNAP, Medicaid, CDPAP caregiver pay, Supplemental Needs Trusts, and family advocacy services.
VA healthcare enrollment, pension programs, Aid & Attendance, and full access to earned military benefits.
Bilingual and multilingual navigation — English, Español, Kreyòl Ayisyen, and Français — breaking every barrier.
SSI, Medicaid waivers, Access-A-Ride, homecare placement, and advocacy for full access to support services.
Child health insurance, SNAP enrollment, Medicaid applications, and family support program navigation.
Emergency One Shot Deal funds, SCRIE rent freezes, HEAP energy assistance, and free legal housing help.
Referral partnerships with hospitals, churches, clinics, and agencies — serving your clients together.
From a public health perspective, the work GinaCare does is not just helpful — it is clinically significant. A growing body of peer-reviewed research confirms that access to transportation, food security, healthcare coverage, housing stability, and financial assistance are among the strongest predictors of health outcomes and quality of life.
As a public health professional, I founded GinaCare because I know the evidence is clear: when individuals have access to the social supports they need — food, transportation, healthcare, stable housing — they live longer, healthier, more independent lives. Benefit navigation is not a social service. It is a public health intervention.
Lack of reliable transportation is directly linked to delayed diagnoses, missed medications, and higher rates of chronic illness — especially among low-income adults, seniors, and people with disabilities.
CDC / Health Affairs, 2022–2024 · BMC Public HealthFood insecurity is associated with significantly higher rates of heart disease, diabetes, obesity, and cancer. Connecting individuals to SNAP and food assistance programs directly reduces these risks.
USDA Economic Research Service, 2024 · CDC PLACESResearch shows Medicare enrollment dramatically shifts care from costly emergency visits to preventive and outpatient care — improving health outcomes while reducing out-of-pocket spending for individuals.
National Bureau of Economic Research, 2023 · PubMedThe World Health Organization and Healthy People 2030 confirm that the vast majority of what determines a person's health is social — housing, income, food, transportation, and access to services.
WHO · HHS / Healthy People 2030 · ASPE Evidence Review 2022Access to nutrition programs, transportation to treatment, and stable housing are not just quality-of-life concerns — they are life-and-death factors that disproportionately affect underserved communities.
American Association for Cancer Research · HealthWell Foundation 2024Healthy People 2030 identifies five domains of social determinants: healthcare access, economic stability, neighborhood environment, education, and social context. GinaCare's services touch all five.
ODPHP / Healthy People 2030 · CDC SDOH FrameworkWhen GinaCare helps a client enroll in Medicare, access SNAP, or secure a Half-Fare MetroCard, we are not just filling out forms. We are addressing the root causes of poor health outcomes — directly improving life expectancy, reducing hospitalizations, and building the quality of life that every person deserves.
See what changes when you have a knowledgeable, dedicated advocate in your corner.
Takes just 20 minutes. Completely free. Could change everything.
💛 Know someone who needs help?
Share GinaCare with a friend, neighbor, or family member. All services are 100% FREE — the more people know, the better.
Do you know someone who needs help navigating their benefits? Submit a referral online and GinaCare will reach out to them directly — at no cost to your client or your organization.
Client will be contacted within 24 hours. All information is strictly confidential.