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SNAP (FOOD STAMP) OUTREACHIn 2008, the Federal Food Stamp Program changed its name to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).SNAP is a key way to address the nutritional needs of low-income families. However, many barriers to participation remain. CAFB helps remove some of those barriers. SNAP Application HelpIf you or someone you know may be eligible for SNAP, our SNAP Outreach staff can help with:
The SNAP Outreach Program is funded in part through a grant from the Health and Human Services Commission. Could I be eligible?The table below explains gross and net income limits for SNAP benefits and the most SNAP benefits you can get if you have no income. If your household has a person who is 60 or older or disabled, only the net income limit must be met. As your income goes up, your SNAP benefits go down. You can also use the Texas Health and Human Services SNAP Benefits Estimator to help you decide if you should apply for SNAP.
Your Rights Everyone applying for SNAP has the right to:
Emergency SNAP BenefitsEmergency SNAP benefits are also known as expedited SNAP because the benefits are given faster to those in an emergency situation, such as:
To apply for emergency SNAP, visit a HHSC benefits office or call 2-1-1. |
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