New York Disability Benefits, Rates and Awards is a program run by the New York State Department of Labor that provides financial assistance and medical coverage to eligible individuals who are unable to work due to a disability. This program provides short-term and long-term disability benefits, as well as medical coverage, to workers who meet certain eligibility requirements. The amount of benefits awarded depends on the individual’s level of disability, income, and other factors. Types of New York Disability Benefits, Rates and Awards include Temporary Disability Benefits, which are payments made to individuals who are unable to work due to a disability for a period of up to 26 weeks. Permanent Disability Benefits are paid out to individuals who are permanently disabled and unable to work. Medical coverage is also available to those who are eligible for disability benefits. In addition, the program provides a Cost of Living Adjustment (COLA) to those receiving disability benefits. The application process for New York Disability Benefits, Rates and Awards requires applicants to provide extensive documentation and medical evidence of their disability. Applicants must also meet certain income and resource requirements. Once approved, applicants will be assigned a case manager who will help them manage their benefits and ensure they receive the full amount of benefits they are eligible for.