Public Assistance - Food Stamps/snap | Muskingum County Job And Family Services
445 Woodlawn Avenue, Zanesville, OH 43701
Eligibility
Muskingum County residents.
Required documents
Hours
Mon-Fri 7am-4:30pm.
(740) 454-0161
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(844) 640-6446
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(800) 242-0029
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Email[email protected]
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.
Fees
None.
Service area
Perry County, Ohio
Champaign County, Ohio
Muskingum County, Ohio
Clinton County, Ohio
Morgan County, Ohio
Preble County, Ohio
Butler County, Ohio
Clark County, Ohio
Greene County, Ohio
Montgomery County, Ohio
Madison County, Ohio
Warren County, Ohio
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.
Last assured
03/06/2025
Providing organization
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.