Could I be eligible?
|
People in Household |
Gross Monthly Income Limits |
Maximum Amount Per Month You Could Receive |
|
1 |
$1,180 |
$200 |
|
2 |
$1,594 |
$367 |
|
3 |
$2,008 |
$526 |
|
4 |
$2,422 |
$668 |
|
5 |
$2,836 |
$793 |
|
6 |
$3,249 |
$952 | *Your eligibility for Ohio Food Assistance benefits depends on your gross income (before taxes), your household size, shelter expenses, current assets and other factors.
How do I apply?
- Complete and submit the following application: click here or apply online
- In person at our agency during regular business hours (Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.)
- By mailing a completed application: FCJFS 239 W. Main St. Lancaster, OH 43130
- By dropping a completed application in the agency drop box located in the front of our building, open 24 hours.
- By faxing a completed application to 740-689-4848
What verifications are needed?
- Identification (Drivers License or State ID)
- Proof of citizenship, or alien registration card/I-9
- Social Security Card
- Proof of all income (employment, child support, disability, unemployment, etc.)
- Proof of housing (rent/mortgage) costs
- Proof of utility costs
- Proof of medical costs if age 60 or older, or if disabled
- Proof of disability (if applicable)
- Additional verifications may be requested or required
What happens after I submit my application?
- We will call you to conduct an interview over the phone. We also offer face to face appointments for you or your Authorized Representative Monday-Friday 8:00 am-4:00 pm.
- If you cannot conduct your appointment during regular business hours, you will receive a telephone call to complete an
interview by telephone.
We are required to determine eligibility within 30 days of your application .
For additional information on the food assistance program please click here |
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