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Alternate Name
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Harford County DSS, SNAP
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Description
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FOOD STAMPS/SNAP: Offers free food benefits provided monthly to eligible low-income households that allows them to purchase food from participating stores. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) defines a household as a group of people who live together and buy food and prepare meals together. Applicants need to meet certain income thresholds in order to receive benefits. The gross income, before taxes, and certain deductions will determine the amount received and it may not cover enough food for a month. Benefits are received on an independence card similar to a bank debit card to access benefits. To check the balance of the EBT card or request a replacement card, call 1-800-997-2222, not the local office. Applications can be completed online, https://benefits.maryland.gov/home/#/ or in person at the local Department of Social Services, https://benefits.maryland.gov/home/#/find-local-office
Please encourage faxing if the person is able to use that option.
SNAP Income Eligibility Limits as of Oct. 1, 2025 | Household Size | Gross monthly income
(130 percent of poverty) | Net monthly income
(100 percent of poverty) |
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| 1 | $1,696 | $1,305 | | 2 | $2,292 | $1,763 | | 3 | $2,888 | $2,221 | | 4 | $3,483 | $2,680 | | 5 | $4,079 | $3,138 | | 6 | $4,675 | $3,596 | | 7 | $5,271 | $4,055 | | 8 | $5,867 | $4,513 | | Each additional member | +$596 | +$459 |
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Harford County
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Hours of operation:
Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
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Eligibility
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Maryland residents not receiving benefits in another state.
Households have to meet income tests unless all members are receiving TANF, TEMHA or SSI.
Most households must meet both the gross and net income tests, but a household with an elderly person or a person who is receiving certain types of disability payments only has to meet the net income test.
Visit the website or go into a local office for more information.
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Languages Offered
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Language Line.
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Program Fees
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None.
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Application Process
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Individuals can apply online, https://benefits.maryland.gov/home/#/ or in person at the local Department of Social Services, https://benefits.maryland.gov/home/#/find-local-office via telephone or online at https://benefits.maryland.gov/home/#/
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Documents Required
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Photo ID, bank account books; utility bills; verification of rent or mortgage payments; the last 5 or 6 pay stubs; birth certificates and Social Security numbers for the entire household; utility bills; unemployment compensation receipts; and their award letter from SSI, Social Security or V.A.
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Normal Wait Times
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Phone interview within 48 hours.
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Programs at this agency
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Harford County Department of Social Services, Adoption and Foster Care Services
Harford County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Harford County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Harford County Department of Social Services, Out of Home Placement Services
Harford County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Harford County Department of Social Services, Voluntary In-Home Family Services
Harford County Department of Social Services, Voluntary In-Home Services
Harford County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Harford County Department of Social Services, Crisis Assistance Program
Harford County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Harford County Department of Social Services, Temporary Cash Assistance Program
Harford County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance for Single Adults
Harford County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children
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Toll Free Number
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800-332-6347
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Fax Number
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410-297-6124
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Main
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410-297-6100
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Sites offering this Program
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2029 Pulaski Highway
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