{"id":14118,"date":"2024-10-22T22:27:24","date_gmt":"2024-10-23T03:27:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/slls.org\/?p=14118"},"modified":"2024-10-29T11:31:40","modified_gmt":"2024-10-29T16:31:40","slug":"snap-food-stamps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/slls.org\/en\/snap-food-stamps\/","title":{"rendered":"Getting and Paying for Food (SNAP or Food Stamps)"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2>Can I apply for Disaster Food Stamps (DSNAP)?<\/h2>\n<p>No. DSNAP is provided after federal disaster declarations, and there is no current federal disaster declaration. However, in the event of a disaster, go online to check <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcfs.louisiana.gov\/page\/dsnap\">Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (DSNAP) | Louisiana Department of Children &amp; Family Services<\/a> for the most up-to-date information.<\/p>\n<h2>I don\u2019t have SNAP (food stamps) benefits yet. How do I apply?<\/h2>\n<p>There are three ways you can apply:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Apply online at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/cafe-cp.dcfs.la.gov\/selfservice\/\">https:\/\/cafe-cp.dcfs.la.gov\/selfservice\/<\/a>. Submit any proof that you have about your income and bills with your application. If you do not have a copier, you can take pictures of your documents on your phone and upload the pictures to your application. (Keep reading for more information.) You should apply even if you do not have all your proof ready. The amount of money you get is based on your application date. So do not wait to file.<\/li>\n<li>Mail, fax, or physically drop off a paper application to DCFS. We do not recommend this method because it might take longer to get your benefits than it would if you apply other ways. If you use a paper application, here are the steps:\n<ul>\n<li>Get a copy of the paper application\n<ul>\n<li>Download an application form from\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dcfs.louisiana.gov\/assets\/docs\/searchable\/EconomicStability\/Applications\/OFS%20English%20Combined.pdf\">http:\/\/www.dcfs.louisiana.gov\/assets\/docs\/searchable\/EconomicStability\/Applications\/OFS%20English%20Combined.pdf<\/a><\/li>\n<li>If you do not have a computer, you can call DCFS at 1-888-524-3578 and ask them to mail you an application<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Complete all of the information in the application.<\/li>\n<li>Make copies of proof that you have. (Keep reading for more information.)<\/li>\n<li>To submit:\n<ul>\n<li>Mail your application and the copies of the supporting documents you have (by certified mail, if possible) to:\n<ul>\n<li>DCFS Economic Stability P.O. Box 260031 Baton Rouge, LA 70826<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Fax it to (225) 663-3164; or<\/li>\n<li>Drop off your paper application at your nearest local office.\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcfs.louisiana.gov\/directory\">Use this link to find the office closest to you.<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>Apply for SNAP benefits over the phone. You may also contact DCFS at 1-888-LAHELP-U (1-888-524-3578) to apply by phone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>I can\u2019t apply for SNAP online and I can\u2019t get through the phone lines to give DCFS my application.<\/h2>\n<p>If you cannot submit your application online for some reason and cannot download a paper application, contact DCFS at 1-888-524-3578 or email them at LAHelpU.DCFS@la.gov. If you still cannot submit your application, you can call Southeast Louisiana Legal Services Intake Line at 1-225-448-0331 to apply for free legal help.<\/p>\n<h2>What proof do I need to submit? And when do I need to submit it?<\/h2>\n<p>You need to give DCFS proof that you qualify for SNAP benefits. You can get your SNAP benefits faster if you turn the proof in at the same time you turn in your application. But, if you don\u2019t have the proof they need or don\u2019t have a way to send the proof with your application, you can turn in your application first and then turn in the proof later. DCFS will contact you to let you know what proof you still need and will help you figure out a way to submit it. If you cannot get the proof, ask your DCFS worker for help. By law, the worker must try to help you if you ask. Make sure you keep copies of anything that you turn in. If you cannot get to a copy machine, you can also take pictures of proof on your phone.<\/p>\n<p><strong><u>Identity<\/u><\/strong>:You must prove the identity of the person who is turning in the application. This is the most important proof for you to give DCFS. You should turn it in with your application if you can. You cannot get benefits before you prove your identity. Here are some things you can turn in to prove your identity. You only need one:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Driver\u2019s License<\/li>\n<li>State ID<\/li>\n<li>Medical card (Medicaid, Medicare, Health Insurance, VA Card)<\/li>\n<li>ID card for some other social service program<\/li>\n<li>Work ID<\/li>\n<li>School ID<\/li>\n<li>Voter\u2019s Registration Card<\/li>\n<li>Check Stub<\/li>\n<li>Birth Certificate<\/li>\n<li>If none of these are available, you can confirm your identity through a \u201ccollateral contact.\u201d A collateral contact is someone outside of your household who can confirm your situation. This can include employers, landlords, social services agencies, or neighbors who can be expected to provide accurate information. DCFS will call the collateral contact to prove your identity.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><u>Other Proof:<\/u><\/strong>\u00a0Here is a list of the other things you need to prove and what things you can use to prove them. Note that some people can start getting their benefits before they turn in all of this proof. But you will need to turn them in later to keep getting benefits.<\/p>\n<table width=\"705\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"263\"><strong>Social Security Number for all who will be receiving SNAP<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"442\">Copy of Social Security card or Papers received at the hospital for a newborn<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"263\"><strong>Alien status<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"442\">If not a US citizen, forms or cards from USCIS. If someone who lives with you does not have legal residency in the US, you can choose not to include them in your SNAP application. Then you will not need to provide this information. If someone has a green card, applying for SNAP benefits is NOT a factor the government will use for deciding whether to approve a citizenship application.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"263\"><strong>Earned income, if you have any<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"442\">Last four pay check stubs or employer statements for each person who works<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"263\"><strong>Self-Employment, if you have any<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"442\">Income tax returns, sales records, quarterly tax records, personal wage record<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"263\"><strong>Other income<\/strong>, if you have any: This could include child support, alimony, Social Security, SSI, VA, retirement checks, Unemployment Compensation<\/td>\n<td width=\"442\">Award letters Court orders Statements from contributors<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"263\"><strong>Proof income stopped within the last 3 months<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"442\">Pink slip Termination notice Statement from former employer Statement from any source of income saying that the income has ended<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"263\"><strong>Medical expenses<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"442\">Receipts Pharmacy printouts from the last 3 months Doctor bills<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td width=\"263\"><strong>Child support payments to someone outside your home<\/strong><\/td>\n<td width=\"442\">Court order or other legal papers and proof that you are making payments \u2013 like cancelled checks or wage withholding statements<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h2>What happens next?<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>If your application needs more information, DCFS will try to call you at the number you listed in your application. Keep the phone charged and close by. Make sure to answer the calls in case they call you. Submit any additional proof DCFS tells you to turn in.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure you check your mail in case DCFS sends you a letter. If you applied online and created an account, you can also check your account to see if DCFS sent you a notice there.<\/li>\n<li><strong>EBT Card.<\/strong>DCFS will mail the EBT card (like a debit card just for eligible food) to the address you give them in your application. When you get the EBT card, it may or may not have benefits loaded on it. DCFS will load the benefits onto the card after it approves your application. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dcfs.louisiana.gov\/page\/electronic-benefits-transfer-ebt\">Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) | Louisiana Department of Children &amp; Family Services<\/a>\u00a0for more information about EBT cards.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You can also find information about EBT cards at\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/louisianalawhelp.org\/resource\/food-stamps-the-electronic-benefits-card?ref=9dubk\">Food Stamps &#8211; EBT Cards<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Tips for getting SNAP benefits quickly<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Submit as much proof as you can with your application.<\/li>\n<li>Apply online and set up an account for your online application if you can. To set up an account, you need to have an email address. However, we recommend that you only set up an online account if you check your email account regularly.<\/li>\n<li>If you have a phone that gets text messages, sign up for text alerts when you apply. You will get a text message when there is a new notice in your account.<\/li>\n<li>If you set up an on-line account, check your account at least once a day to see if there are notices in it.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure to check your mail every day.<\/li>\n<li>Make sure to keep your phone charged and near you. Answer calls you receive in case a DCFS worker calls you to get more information.<\/li>\n<li>If you have questions about your application, contact your DCFS worker by\n<ul>\n<li>Messaging your working through your online account<\/li>\n<li>Emailing\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:LAHelpU.DCFS@la.gov\">DCFS@la.gov<\/a>. But note that you might need to wait a long time for a response.<\/li>\n<li>Calling 1-888-524-3578. But phone lines are busy so expect to wait on hold for a long time before you can talk to someone.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>If you need help getting proof, write a note on your application and tell your DCFS worker during when they call.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>How quickly can I get SNAP benefits?<\/h2>\n<p>By law, your food stamp application must be decided in 30 days, unless you have not turned in the needed proof. However, some households are entitled to benefits no later than seven calendar days from their application date. To qualify for benefits within 7 days of applying, one of the following must be true:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Your household\u2019s combined gross income and liquid resources are less than the household&#8217;s monthly utilities plus its rent or mortgage;<\/li>\n<li>Your household\u2019s gross monthly income is less than $150 and its countable liquid resources are $100 or less; or<\/li>\n<li>Your household is a destitute migrant or seasonal household and its countable liquid resources are $100 or less.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>You\u2019ll need to submit proof of these conditions to DCFS to get the faster 7-day benefits.<\/p>\n<h2>Do I have to register for work to get SNAP benefits right now?<\/h2>\n<p>Probably, but there are few exceptions. Many of the people in Louisiana who receive SNAP benefits have to register for work. If you cannot work because you have physical or mental conditions that make you unfit for work (or another exemption applies), you should let your DCFS caseworker know. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.laworks.net\/Downloads\/PR\/WIC\/DCFS_Presentation-20140211.pdf\">A list of exemptions from the work registration requirement can be found here.<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Where can I get food while I\u2019m waiting for DCFS to make its decision?<\/h2>\n<p>While you are waiting for DCFS to approve your SNAP application, you might be able to get food from a food pantry and other programs in your community. Below are various food assistance programs in New Orleans and surrounding areas (More info at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.imaginewaterworks.org\/new-orleans-community-resource-guide\/\">New Orleans Community Resource Guide <\/a>):<\/p>\n<p><strong>Broadmoor Improvement Association<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Broadmoor Community Church<\/p>\n<p>2021 S Dupree.<\/p>\n<p>504-249-5130<\/p>\n<p>Food Pantry open Mon 10:00-12:00 &amp; Wed 1:00-3:30<\/p>\n<p><strong>Community Center of St. Bernard<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>6800 Patricia St., Arabi<\/p>\n<p>504-518-5968<\/p>\n<p>Wed &amp; Thurs 9AM &#8211; 12PM<\/p>\n<p><strong>Community Kitchen<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Duncan Plaza between City Hall &amp; the Main Branch Public Library, New Orleans<\/p>\n<p>504-383-3349<\/p>\n<p>Serving Hot Food Tues 3:00-4:00PM<\/p>\n<p><strong>Crescent City Caf\u00e9<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>3900 St. Charles Ave (Rayne Memorial United Methodist Church),<\/p>\n<p>1st &amp; 3rd Saturday of each month, 8:00-9:30 AM<\/p>\n<p><strong>Culture Aid NOLA Food Distro<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Our Lady Star of the Sea, 1835 St. Roch<\/p>\n<p>Wednesdays, 6:00 PM<\/p>\n<p>Corpus Christi Church, 2022 St. Bernard<\/p>\n<p>Saturdays, 9:00 AM<\/p>\n<p>Free food distribution twice weekly and volunteer opportunities as well! No reservation, identification, or proof of income required, and no questions asked.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Dragon Caf\u00e9 at St. George Episcopal Church<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>4600 St. Charles Ave, New Orleans, 70115<\/p>\n<p>504-899-2811<\/p>\n<p>Sun 8:30-9:30 AM<\/p>\n<p><strong>Gretna United Methodist Church Food Bank<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1309 Whitney Ave, Gretna, 70056<\/p>\n<p>504-366-6685<\/p>\n<p>Second Harvest Food Bank (ID &amp; proof of residency required);<\/p>\n<p>Food Mon and Thurs 10:00AM-12:00PM<\/p>\n<p><strong>Hope House<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>916 Saint Andrew St., New Orleans (Irish Channel), 70130<\/p>\n<p>MWF 9:00AM-1:00PM, Thurs 9:00-4:00PM<\/p>\n<p>504-525-2561<\/p>\n<p>Groceries for residents of 70130 zip code; See listing under Basic Needs for additional programs.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lantern Light at Rebuild Center<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1803 Gravier St., New Orleans, 70112<\/p>\n<p>Mon-Frid 8:00AM-2:30PM<\/p>\n<p>Lunch served Mon-Frid 1:00PM-1:30PM;<\/p>\n<p>Food bank 1st &amp; 3rd Fridays of the month, 9:30AM-10:30AM (call for eligibility)<\/p>\n<p>504-273-5577<\/p>\n<p>Walk-in for lunch. Food bank requires a state ID, copy of lease, and proof of income<\/p>\n<p><strong>Lower 9 Food Pantry<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1739 Jourdan Avenue<\/p>\n<p>504-278-1240<\/p>\n<p>Saturdays from 10:00AM-2:00PM<\/p>\n<p><strong>New Orleans Mutual Aid Group \u2022NOMAG\u2022<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Florida &amp; St. Roch<\/p>\n<p>Food banks now on SUNDAYS 4:00PM-6:00PM<\/p>\n<p>(504) 383-3790<\/p>\n<p><strong>Northshore Food Bank<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>840 N Columbia St., Covington, LA 70433<\/p>\n<p>985-893-3003 ext. 102<\/p>\n<p>Mon, Tues, Thurs 9:00AM-12:00PM<\/p>\n<p>Food Distribution Mon, Tues, Thurs 9:00AM-11:00AM.<\/p>\n<p>Registration Mon, Tues, Thurs 9:00-10:00AM.<\/p>\n<p>Free; Requires photo ID, proof of residence, SS card, and proof of income for all household members;<\/p>\n<p><strong>Open Table at Mt. Zion Methodist Church<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>2700 Louisiana Ave., New Orleans, 70119<\/p>\n<p>Tuesday 2:00 PM-3:00 PM<\/p>\n<p>Meals not currently served, but those with documentation of Salvation Army can receive a meal voucher.<\/p>\n<p><strong>St. Jude Community Center, Food bank<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>400 N. Rampart, New Orleans, 70112<\/p>\n<p>504-931-6993, 504-553-5790<\/p>\n<p><strong>St. Peter Claver Church<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1910 Ursulines Ave., New Orleans, 70116<\/p>\n<p>504-822-8059, fax 504-822-9251<\/p>\n<p>Direct assistance &amp; Food Pantry Tues &amp; Thurs 10:00AM-2:00PM at Sankofa Center, 1839 St. Philip<\/p>\n<p>Free with ID and proof of address<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sankofa Lower 9 Food Pantry<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>5200 Dauphine St, New Orleans<\/p>\n<p>504-872-9214<\/p>\n<p>Monday and Wednesday 10:00AM-12:00PM<\/p>\n<p>Food pantry &amp; grocery boxes<\/p>\n<p>Complete application (in-person, online or by phone) to determine eligibility. Requires name, address, household size, and income information. Requires date of birth for senior commodity box.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Southern Solidarity<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>southernsolidarity@gmail.com<\/p>\n<p>Meal distribution every day between the hours of 5-8PM, downtown along Decatur, Canal and Calliope<\/p>\n<p>Free; Walk in Spanish spoken? N<\/p>\n<p><strong>United Churches of Algiers<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>1111 Newton St (in Arthur Monday Bldg.), Room 109, Algiers<\/p>\n<p>Mon-Thurs 8:00AM-1:00PM<\/p>\n<p>504-361-1661<\/p>\n<p>Food bank for Algiers residents (1 visit per month). See Basic Needs section for info on additional programs.<\/p>\n<p>Walk in, Only first 20 people seen, arriving before 8 recommended. Spanish spoken? N<\/p>\n<p><strong>New Orleans Community Fridges<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Free food and meals in fridges is available in several locations across New Orleans, including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>1522 N Villere St.<\/li>\n<li>2425 N Miro St.<\/li>\n<li>3908 Joliet St. @ Trinity Community Center<\/li>\n<li>1206 Touro St.<\/li>\n<li>2528 Lapeyrouse St.<\/li>\n<li>300 Wagner St. (Algiers)<\/li>\n<li>1126 Piety St.<\/li>\n<li>1804 Deslonde St.<\/li>\n<li>401 Sala Ave. (Westwego)<\/li>\n<li>1014 N. Miro St.<\/li>\n<li>1801 Alvar St.<\/li>\n<li>1924 Jackson Ave.<\/li>\n<li>1823 Washington St.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Check these websites for fridge location updates:<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nolacommunityfridges.org\/locations\">New Orleans Community Fridges<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.imaginewaterworks.org\/new-orleans-community-resource-guide\/\">New Orleans Community Resource Guide <\/a><\/p>\n<h2>How much will I get in SNAP benefits?<\/h2>\n<p>It depends. The amount you get is usually based on your household size, your income, and expenses. DCFS posts SNAP benefit amounts for different-sized households on its website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dcfs.louisiana.gov\/page\/snap-allotment-amounts\">https:\/\/www.dcfs.louisiana.gov\/page\/snap-allotment-amounts<\/a>. United Way has an online SNAP benefit calculator you can use to get an idea of what your monthly SNAP benefits would be, if approved: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedwaynela.org\/snap-benefits-pre-screener\">SNAP Calculator<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>What if DCFS denies my application or cuts off my benefits?<\/h2>\n<p>You have a right to appeal DCFS\u2019s decision. You can request a SNAP fair hearing by phone or in writing to your caseworker. Include your Name and Case\/CAF\u00c9 number (or SSN if case number is unknown) on your document.<\/p>\n<p>Call 1-888-524-3578, then choose these options in order: 1, 3, 1, 5, 1. Or send your request in writing:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>By mail to:DCFS Economic Stability<br \/>\nO. Box 260031<br \/>\nBaton Rouge, LA 70826<\/li>\n<li>By Fax: 225-663-3164<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>For more information:<\/h3>\n<p>You can find more information about Louisiana SNAP at\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.dcfs.louisiana.gov\/page\/snap#rights\">Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) | Louisiana Department of Children &amp; Family Services<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>WIC<\/h2>\n<p>WIC (Women, Infants, and Children) benefits are available for\u00a0 applicants who are pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum as well as infants and children under 5 years old. WIC provides a card to buy specific nutritious foods, nutrition information, breastfeeding promotion, breastfeeding support and referrals to other health and social services. Most WIC clinics are still open. Your information will be collected over the phone and a member of the staff will come out to your vehicle. Please bring your ID, WIC card (if you already have one), and all other required documents with you. Visit\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/ldh.la.gov\/page\/Louisiana-WIC\">Nutrition Services Home | La Dept. of Health<\/a>\u00a0for more updated information about WIC. Call 1.800.251.BABY to apply or to get more information.<\/p>\n<blockquote><p><em>The information provided in this post does not, and is not intended to, represent legal advice. All information available on this site is for general informational purposes only. <\/em>If you need legal help, you should contact a lawyer. You may be eligible for our free legal services and can apply by calling our Legal Hotline at <a href=\"https:\/\/slls.org\/covid-19\/\">1-844-244-7871<\/a> or applying online <a href=\"https:\/\/lastate.kempscaseworks.com\/\">here<\/a>.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Can I apply for Disaster Food Stamps (DSNAP)? 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