N.Y. Social Services Law § 353 : Aid To Dependent Children — Social Services — Assistance And Care — Grant of aid Date: 28 Jun 2016 TEXT PDF Current through 2016 New York Laws, Chapters 1 to 237 Upon the completion of an investigation the proper social services official shall (a) decide whether the applicant is eligible for and should receive family assistance, the amount, nature and manner of paying or providing it and the date on which it shall begin, (b) notify the applicant of his decision in writing. N.Y. Soc. Serv. Law § 353