The Food Stamp program helps low-income
households by supplementing their monthly food budget. Eligible
households use an electronic benefit card and PIN (personal
ID number) to access their benefits at the supermarket
checkout counter, the same way a debit card is used. There
are many supermarkets throughout the county where you
can use your benefit card.
Nassau County residents can apply on-line by clicking
www.mybenefits.ny.gov. Applicants
who are over age 60 or disabled may also mail in their applications
which may be obtained by calling (516) 227-8523. Residents may also come in during regular business hours.
Click Here for USDA Food Stamps Eligibility
Households containing an individual age 60 or over, or one
who is permanently disabled, do not have to meet the gross monthly income test.
If the food stamp office cannot do a complete
eligibility interview for you on the same day you file
your application you are entitled to a screening to
see if you qualify for what is called "expedited" consideration.
If your household has little or no money and needs
help right away, you may qualify for "expedited" food
stamps. If you do, you must receive your initial Food
Stamp benefit within five days. You will still have
to complete the eligibility process, and supply all
the required documentation at a later date.
Related Links:
US
Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service
New
York State OTDA Food Stamps
