Food Bank of North Alabama



Affording to Eat Healthy is a SNAP3170233127000MONTHLY INCOME CHART00MONTHLY INCOME CHART-190005130233WHAT IS SNAP?SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps) is a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, designed to help families and individuals afford healthy food. SNAP provides support when times are tough and prices are high. The amount of SNAP assistance a household receives depends on the household’s size, income, and expenses.00WHAT IS SNAP?SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps) is a Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, designed to help families and individuals afford healthy food. SNAP provides support when times are tough and prices are high. The amount of SNAP assistance a household receives depends on the household’s size, income, and expenses.# of People in HouseholdMonthly Gross Income1$1,2872$1,7363$2,1844$2,6335$3,0816$3,5307$3,9808$4,430Each additional member+451-3327402526030STEPS AFTER YOUR HAVE APPLIEDAfter the SNAP Outreach Team submits your SNAP Application you can expect:A letter or phone call from your local Food Stamps office informing you of the date and location of your appointment, this can take up to 30 days. *If you do not hear from your Food Stamps office within 30 days, you should contact the office and inquire about your application.If the caseworker determines your household is eligible for SNAP, they will notify you of when you will receive benefits.Every 6 months you will need to recertify (renew) your household’s case, noting any changes that could affect your benefits. ** Remember, even if your caseworker determines that your household is not currently eligible for SNAP, if the household dynamic or income changes you may become eligible.If you have questions or think you may be eligible, contact your local SNAP Outreach Coordinator, Kaitlyn Parks at 256-339-5885 or SNAP@00STEPS AFTER YOUR HAVE APPLIEDAfter the SNAP Outreach Team submits your SNAP Application you can expect:A letter or phone call from your local Food Stamps office informing you of the date and location of your appointment, this can take up to 30 days. *If you do not hear from your Food Stamps office within 30 days, you should contact the office and inquire about your application.If the caseworker determines your household is eligible for SNAP, they will notify you of when you will receive benefits.Every 6 months you will need to recertify (renew) your household’s case, noting any changes that could affect your benefits. ** Remember, even if your caseworker determines that your household is not currently eligible for SNAP, if the household dynamic or income changes you may become eligible.If you have questions or think you may be eligible, contact your local SNAP Outreach Coordinator, Kaitlyn Parks at 256-339-5885 or SNAP@Documents You Will Need for a SNAP InterviewA letter or phone call from your local Food Stamps office informing you of the date and location of your appointment. Interviews can also be over the phone. SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBERSSocial Security numbers for all household membersPROOF OF IDENTITYDriver’s License, Passport, ID card with your picture on itPROOF OF RESIDENCYSomething showing your physical address (letter, bills, etc.)PROOF OF UNEARNED INCOMEUnemployment, Veterans Benefits, Child Support, Social Security, SSI, ContributionsPROOF OF WAGESProof of wages for all working members of the household. Bring all stubs form checks received in the last 30 days prior to your interview. Or a statement from each employer verifying gross income: weekly, bi-weekly, monthly.PROOF OF TERMINATION OF EMPLOYMENTVerification of when anyone in your household who is not working quit, was fired or laid off in the last 30 daysPROOF OF RENT/SHELTER EXPENSESLease, rent receipt showing landlord’s name, mortgage agreement, property tax, home insurance. If you live with someone, this person may write a statement showing you live in the home with them and the amount of rent you payPROOF OF CHILD CARE EXPENSEA written statement or other proof of payment from the person or business providing care for your child/childrenPROOF OF MEDICAL EXPENSESProof of medical expenses for anyone age 60 or older. Or proof of those eligible for or receiving disability benefitsMadison DHR Call Center: 256-427-6000Alabama DHR Hotline: 1-800-382-0499 ................
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