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Do you need to get child support from a non-custodial parent? Are you paying child support but unsure what to do now that you have lost your job? New York Child Support provides assistance in obtaining financial support and medical insurance coverage. You can also call the New York Child Support Helpline at 1-888-208-4485; TTY 1-866-875-9975.

This fact sheet provides information about the health insurance extension program known as COBRA, which your former employer must offer for up to 18 months after your layoff or job termination. For COBRA information specific to trade-affected workers, retirees and their families, see this fact sheet.