You may be eligible for 9/11 assistance

You may be eligible for no-cost healthcare and/or financial compensation from the federal government if you were in the areas impacted by the attacks on September 11, 2001, or in the months that followed.

• The programs are for everyone affected, including residents, area workers, students, as well as first responders.
• 9/11-health related conditions include chronic disorders, such as asthma, cancers, and mental health, including PTSD.
• You do not need a lawyer to participate.

Your well-being matters, and New York State can connect you to help. For more information and to find out if you are eligible, visit www.ny.gov/september11.

Businesses: A fact sheet and toolkit are available for your use.

Preserve your workers’ compensation rights

People who performed rescue, recovery and clean-up at the World Trade Center and other designated sites after the terror attacks of 9/11 may be eligible for workers’ compensation benefits (medical care and lost wages) if they were injured or became ill as a result of that duty. This includes paid employees who are part of the New York workers’ compensation system, and volunteers. Visit wcb.ny.gov/WTC12 for filing information.