Monday, August 24, 2020

Rochelle offers information on SNAP replacement benefits after tropical storm

 

Did your food spoil during the power outage resulting from Tropical Storm Isaias? There's assistance available.

If you are a SNAP recipient who lost power in the storm and your food has spoiled, you can request replacement benefits. Call the Department of Social Services Benefit Center at 1-855-626-6632 or complete and mail in the request forms, linked below, before Sept. 3, 2020. 
Request for Replacement SNAP Benefits W-1225
Request for Replacement SNAP Benefits (in Spanish) W-1225S
Proof of Food Loss W-1226
Proof of Food Loss (in Spanish) W-1226SIf you are not a SNAP recipient, there are options in our community to help you if you need support replacing spoiled food.
Valley Community Gardens: Visit valleyunitedway.org/grow-your-own for a list of community gardens in our area
Food pantries: Click here for a list of food pantries in our region, or visit 211ct.org/foodpantries or call 2-1-1 (option 3)
TEAM, Inc: TEAM, Inc. can help connect you to food, diapers, medical transportation, housing assistance, and other basic needs. Visit www.teaminc.org, email info2@teaminc.org or call 203-736-5420

This is shared from a press release from Rochelle's office.

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