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What is it? Food Stamps is a federal program that gives families money to buy food. Families can get Food Stamps even if they make too much money to qualify for Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA). What do you get? An Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, called the Independence Card, that you use like a credit card at your local grocery store to buy food. The amount of money you get each month depends on your household size and income. How long do you get it? You can get Food Stamps for one month to one year before recertifying. When it's time to recertify, you'll get a letter in the mail. You must respond to this letter or your benefits will end. |
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Do You Have An Emergency?
If you have an emergency and need help buying food now, you may qualify for 'expedited service.' Expedited service means that you can get Food Stamps no later than seven days after you apply (instead of waiting 30 days). If your monthly household income is less than $150 and you have less than $100 in resources, you may be eligible to receive expedited food stamps. If you think you are eligible, ask your caseworker to verify this when you go in to apply for the benefit. |
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