SNAP & Food Benefits
SNAP is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It used to be known as Food Stamps.
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Common questions about SNAP applications
Everyone has the right to apply for SNAP (food benefits). Learn how.
SNAP Advocacy Guide
This ebook has detailed information about the SNAP program in Massachusetts, organized in a question and answer format.
Understanding public charge
Most of the time, it is safe to get the benefits that you are eligible for without it affecting your immigration status. Learn more in this article.
SNAP Gross Income and Maximum Benefits for Individuals and Families
Chart listing maximum SNAP benefits, and gross income test.
108. How do I file an appeal to get a fair hearing?
You can ask for a hearing by either: Calling the Division of Hearings at (617) 348-5321 and speaking with a Division of Hearings worker or leaving a voicemail with information about what you are appealing. or Writing to DTA, P.O. Box 4017...
94. What if DTA makes a mistake and owes me money?
If DTA gives you less SNAP benefits than you are supposed to get, the mistake is called an underpayment or “under-issuance.” You might get underpaid because DTA fails to act on information you gave them, such as: You report a drop in your...
95. What changes do I need to report to DTA?
When you are approved for SNAP, you are “certified” for a set amount of time. This is called your certification period . During your certification period you may have to do paperwork to keep SNAP. You may also have to tell DTA about certain...
Additional State and National SNAP Resources
The following national and state organizations and USDA provide a wealth of important information on SNAP program and other nutrition programs. Food Research Action Center: FRAC.org Center for Budget and Policy Priorities: CBPP.org Feeding...
Are your SNAP benefits missing from your EBT account?
Did you go food shopping and learn you had less SNAP than you expected or no SNAP? Thieves may have stolen your SNAP by "skimming" your EBT card information or “phishing” for your account information.
Cash (TAFDC and EAEDC) and SNAP eligibility by immigration status
This chart will tell you whether someone with your immigration status is eligible for TAFDC, EAEDC or SNAP in Massachusetts.
Cash and food assistance benefits for low-income Haitians
Many low-income nationals of Haiti and Cuba qualify for cash and food assistance and health care coverage. This article describes the benefits you can get, including if you’re a newly arrived Haitian. Special benefits rules apply for...
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If DTA stops your SNAP because of missing documents
Did DTA stop your SNAP benefits because they asked for documents you do not have or do not know how to get?
SNAP food benefits for Lawful Permanent Residents
Many LPRs who are low-income can get SNAP. Some LPR adults need to have a green card for 5 years before they can get SNAP.
State SNAP benefits for Massachusetts immigrants
Many low-income Massachusetts immigrants are eligible for SNAP food benefits. You may be eligible to get federal SNAP if you meet the “qualified” immigrant rules. Or you may be eligible for state SNAP if you have another legal or pending...
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Tell DTA about child or dependent adult care costs to boost SNAP
If you have costs for the care of any child under 18 or a disabled adult of any age , and you are working, looking for work, or in school, your family may qualify for more SNAP!
Tell DTA about medical costs for people 60 or older or disabled to boost SNAP
If you tell DTA about out-of-pocket medical costs, your SNAP benefits may increase.
What do I need to know about the photo EBT card?
Learn why some EBT cards have photos and others do not.
Your rights at DTA if you have a disability or illness
You do not have to tell the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) if you, or someone in your family, has a disability or serious health problem. But if you or a family member does have a disability or serious health problem, there are...