SNAP – Nassau Suffolk Law Services

SNAP

January 1, 2020

Published by NSLS at January 1, 2020

How do I apply for SNAP Benefits?

Apply Online The State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance recently announced that Nassau and Suffolk County residents can now apply directly for food stamps online […]

January 1, 2020

Published by NSLS at January 1, 2020

What is a SNAP Household?

A SNAP household can be a person living alone, or a group of people living together (they do not have to be related) who buy food […]

January 1, 2020

Published by NSLS at January 1, 2020

What are “Expedited SNAP” benefits?

What are Expedited Food Stamps and how do I know if I am eligible for them? Expedited Food Stamps are food stamps you can get quickly. […]

January 1, 2020

Published by NSLS at January 1, 2020

What is an authorized representative?

What is an authorized representative? Applying for Food Stamps; Completing Work Registration forms; Buying food for your household with your Food Stamps. The representative should be […]

January 16, 2019

Published by at January 16, 2019

Most New Yorkers Receiving SNAP Will Get Full February Benefits by January 17 due to ongoing federal government shutdown.

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, current SNAP/Food Stamps recipients may receive their February benefits by Thursday, January 17. It’s important for recipients to budget […]