PUBLIC ASSISTANCE - FOOD STAMPS/SNAP | MUSKINGUM COUNTY JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES

Programs to help families achieve self-sufficiency, provides eligible applicants with food stamps and Medicaid services. Ohio utilizes the Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) Program 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 EBT 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.

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211 Pathways

Physical Address

445 Woodlawn Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701

Hours

Mon-Fri 7am-4:30pm.

Application process

Current clients may call 740-454-0161 or 800-242-0029 with questions or for paperwork assistance. To Apply for NEW Medicaid, OWF, and SNAP Benefits: GOOD - Contact the receptionist for an application. Your interview for assistance will be scheduled within 7 days from the date you turn in your application. BETTER - Apply ONLINE at benefits.ohio.gov. You will be scheduled for an interview within 7 days. BEST - Call 1-844-640-OHIO (6446) to apply by phone and complete your interview the SAME DAY. Medicaid lines are open Mon-Fri 8am-4pm; SNAP/Cash lines are open Mon-Fri 8am-3pm.

Fee

None.

Eligibility

Muskingum County residents.

Agency info

MUSKINGUM COUNTY 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.