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Alternate Name
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Howard County DSS, SNAP
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Description
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UPDATE: Customers should return paper applications to their local Department of Social Services. The local DSS information is generally on correspondence customers receive. The DHS website includes an interactive map to locate local offices at https://mydhrbenefits.dhr.state.md.us/dashboardClient/#/dssMap. The address and fax number are available as well. Please encourage faxing if the person is able to use that option.
SUPPLEMENTAL FOOD: Offers free food benefits provided monthly to eligible low-income households that allows them to purchase food from participating stores. Clients are given an independence card similar to a bank debit card to access benefits. In addition, applicants may be eligible for expedited food stamps. Applicants who are eligible for expedited food stamps may receive them within seven days if their resources are less than $100 and gross monthly income is less than $150 for the past month, or if their income and resources are less than their monthly housing cost. Migrant/seasonal workers and qualified aliens may be eligible for food stamp benefits and should call for more information on eligibility requirements.
APPLICATION: Applicant must bring the following to any DSS office: 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.
ELIGIBILITY: Persons or families are eligible if they meet income requirements listed below. If all in the household are under age 60, assets (cash, vehicles, securities, personal property or bank accounts) may not exceed $2000. Households with at least one member aged 60 or older are allowed assets up to $3000. One car is allowed per household, regardless of the car's value.
If you need to change your SNAP benefits information contact your case manager or the Food Stamp Information Change Center: 410-853-3077.
SNAP Income Eligibility Limits - Oct. 1, 2022, through Sept. 30, 2023
Household Size Gross monthly income (130 % of poverty) Net monthly income (100 % of poverty)
1 $1,473 $1,133
2 $1,984 $1,526
3 $2,495 $1,920
4 $3,007 $2,313
5 $3,518 $2,706
6 $4,029 $3,100
7 $4,541 $3,493
8 $5,052 $3,886
Each additional member
+$512 +$394
For detailed information regarding eligibility guidelines, visit https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/recipient/eligibility
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Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Howard County
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Hours Of Operation
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Interviews are held on Mon-Thurs, 8-10:30AM. Call 410-872-8700 EX 8263 for special accommodations.
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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Persons or families are eligible if they meet income requirements listed below. If all in the household are under age 60, assets (cash, vehicles, securities, personal property or bank accounts) may not exceed $2000. Households with at least one member aged 60 or older are allowed assets up to $3000.
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Languages Offered
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Interpreting services available (may require advance notice).
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Program Fees
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None.
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Application Process
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Interviews are held on Mon-Thurs, 8-10:30AM. Call 410-872-8700 EX 8263 for special accommodations.
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Documents Required
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Call for information.
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Programs at this agency
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Howard County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Howard County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Howard County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Howard County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Howard County Department of Social Services, Project Home
Howard County Department of Social Services, Foster Care and Resource Homes
Howard County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Howard County Department of Social Services, Family Investment Program
Howard County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
Howard County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation
Howard County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families With Children
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Fax Number
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410-872-4222
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Main
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410-872-8700
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Customer Service
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800-332-6347
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Main Email Address
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howcodss@dhr.state.md.us
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Main Contact Name
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Pamela Cheeseboro
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Main Contact Title
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FI Administrator
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Main Contact Phone
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410-872-8712
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Main Contact Email Address
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pamela.cheeseboro@maryland.gov
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Director or Senior Administrator Name
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Inyang Etukudo
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Director or Senior Administrator Title
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Assistant Director
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Director or Senior Administrator Phone
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410-872-8262
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Director or Senior Administrator Email Address
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inyang.etukudo@maryland.gov
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Sites offering this Program
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9780 Patuxent Woods Drive
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