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Public Assistance - Food Stamps/snap | Knox County Department Of Job And Family Services

117 East High Street, 3rd & 4th Floors, Mount Vernon, OH 43050

Designated Parking|Elevators|Full Wheelchair Access|Handicap Accessible|Indoor Wheelchair Access.

Eligibility

Knox County residents.

Required documents

Hours

Mon-Fri 7:30am-4:30pm.

Application process

To apply for benefits submit a completed application apply on line at http://ODJFSbenefits.ohio.gov or submit an application in person or by mail to KCDJFS at 117 East High Street, Mount Vernon, OH 43050. More information at 844-640-6446.

Fees

None.

Service area

Knox County, Ohio

Description

Programs to help families achieve self-sufficiency. Public Assistance provides eligible applicants with food stamps and Medicaid services, including Long Term Care options. Ohio utilizes the Direction Card to administer food stamp distribution. Eligible families receive an electronic card with a dollar credit equal to the maximum monthly benefits based on family income, family size, and other eligibility criteria. Families/individuals use the Direction card at participating stores. The family/individual is able to add credit to the card each month for basic food items to support the household.

Data provided by

211 Pathways

Providing organization

Knox County Department Of Job And Family Services

A combined Agency administering Federal, State, and County Programs involving employment & training services, Self-sufficiency service (cash assistance, medical coverage, food stamps, etc.) and social services for children and adults.