SNAP & Food Benefits
SNAP is the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. It used to be known as Food Stamps.
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Applying for SNAP
Learn how to apply for SNAP food benefits.
SNAP Advocacy Guide
This e-book 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.
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SNAP Gross Income and Maximum Benefits for Individuals and Families
Chart listing maximum SNAP benefits, and gross income test.
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Are your SNAP or Summer EBT benefits missing from your account?
If thieves stole your SNAP, learn what you can do.
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?
Photo EBT cards and your rights
Find out how photo EBT cards work in Massachusetts, including who needs a photo, who is exempt, and what to do if a store treats you unfairly.
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SNAP and cash benefit eligibility by immigration status
This chart will tell you whether someone with your immigration status is eligible for TAFDC, EAEDC or SNAP in Massachusetts.
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.
SNAP for self-employed and gig workers
Learn how to apply for food benefits if you are a rideshare or delivery driver, or another type of “gig” worker or self-employed worker.
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Tell DTA about child or dependent adult care costs to get more SNAP
If you pay 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!
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Tell DTA about medical expenses to get more SNAP
If you are disabled or age 60 or older, you can tell DTA about your medical costs to increase your SNAP food benefits. Learn how.
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The added benefits of your SNAP benefits
Massachusetts SNAP offers more than just food benefits. These include discounts on utilities, public transit, museums, and more.
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Your rights at DTA if you have a disability or illness
If you or a family member have a disability or illness, there are some special rules that can help you with your DTA benefits.