How to Apply for SNAP (formerly known as Food Stamps)
SNAP applications are processed by the CT Department of Social Services (DSS). A person applying for SNAP fills out an application and submits the completed application, along with copies of the required documents, to DSS.
DSS reviews the information, determines the monthly benefit amount and sends out the EBT (Food Stamp) cards.
| Gross Monthly Income Limits as of July 1, 2009 |
| Household Size |
Monthly income |
| 1 |
$1,722 |
| 2 |
$2,332 |
| 3 |
$2,943 |
| 4 |
$3,553 |
| Maximum Benefits |
| Household Size |
Monthly Maximum Benfit |
| 1 |
$200 |
| 2 |
$367 |
| 3 |
$526 |
| 4 |
$668 |
Documents needed when applying for SNAP/Food Stamps: BRING COPIES!
-Photo ID
-Social Security Numbers for all household members applying for SNAP
-Proof of where you live (such as a bill addressed to you at your address)
-Proof of all income for the last 4 weeks (pay stubs or unemployment)
-Proof of all other income (such as child support paid directly to you or SSI)
-Budget Sheet
-Proof of shelter expenses (rent, utilities, phone)
-If you are 60 years or more or disabled: Proof of medical expenses you pay out of your own pocket
-Appointment letter (if you have one)
Information on your local DSS regional office, office hours and phone numbers.
Use the EHC! prescreener to see if you qualify for SNAP or call 1-866-974-SNAP (7627) to use the CT SNAP information line.
Emergency Food:
End Hunger Connecticut! does not distribute food. If you live in Connecticut and are in an emergency food situation the following resources are available
2-1-1 phone: dial 211
Hartford and Tolland Counties:
Foodshare phone: 860-286-9999
Fairfield, Litchfield, Middlesex, New Haven, New London, and Windham Counties:
Connecticut Food Bank phone: 203-469-5000
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