Friday, March 20, 2020

Georgia Parent Support Network Information

Did You Know?

Access SNAP, Medicaid or TANF
info using student devices
In efforts to limit the spread of COVID-19 and assist families, the 
Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) requests that families
with school-age children be allowed and encouraged to use district-issued student devices to access SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program), Medicaid or TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) applications and information remotely. 

To limit the spread of COVID-19 and protect the public, the Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS) encourages families to access self-service options online during this period.
 
Self-service options include:
Apply for Food Stamp and Medicaid Benefits
Visit: gateway.ga.gov (verification documents can also be 
uploaded and case status info is available for all benefits)
Download an Application:
Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT)
or call: 888-421-3281 for updates
 
Those without internet access can contact the DFCS Customer Contact Center at 877-423-4746 for additional information or to request a paper application. Once completed, applications and any required verification
can be mailed back to your local county DFCS office. County office 
locations are available online at https://dfcs.georgia.gov/locations