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Nor’easter Update: Reporting Loss of Food Reminder
In the event of a loss of power during the storm, eligible SNAP recipients may qualify for food replacement. Food loss should be reported within 10 days.
Read more here: dhs.ri.gov/foodloss
ALT Important benefit information related to the storm. SNAP emergency funds replacement.
ICYMI: The federal government’s annual SNAP cost of living adjustment (COLA) is scheduled to take effect Oct. 1. The annual COLA adjusts SNAP benefits, deductions, and income eligibility standards every year. Learn more here: dhs.ri.gov/programs-and-serv…
Due to recent changes, SNAP expedited applications that were missing verification documents may now be processed within the standard 30 day timeline if you reapply without needed verification documents. Learn more about changes to SNAP expedited here: dhs.ri.gov/programs-and-serv…
Important Update: SNAP benefits, deductions, and income eligibility standards will be updated as part of the USDA FNA annual cost of living adjustment (COLA). If you are a SNAP recipient, you will receive a notice about the COLA. Learn more here: dhs.ri.gov/programs-and-serv…
Important changes are coming to SNAP expedited processing. If you’ve previously qualified for SNAP expedited, your application may be processed under the regular SNAP timeline of 30 days if we have not received requested documents. Learn more here: dhs.ri.gov/programs-and-serv…
Please be advised the DHS offices at the Shepard Building and the Pawtucket office are operating under a remote service model until further notice. These offices will not be accessible to the public during this time. Visit dhs.ri.gov to learn about other resources.
Medicaid, DHS, and HealthSource RI are introducing a new look to our Benefit Decision Notice. View a sample to know what to expect when you next receive one in the mail or in your HealthyRhode portal. Learn more at staycovered.ri.gov/renew-you…
We're proud to announce that Kids.RI.Gov has been enhanced with new features and expanded resources to better support families from pregnancy through age 18. Read our announcement for more info and help spread the word! conta.cc/4gNKxiW
ALT Please be advised that the DHS office located at 249 Roosevelt Ave., Pawtucket, will be closed today and tomorrow (9.3 &9.4) due to unexpected maintenance issues. As a reminder you can access your account on Healthyrhode.ri.gov, contact the DHS Call Center at 1-855-697-4347, or log on to DHS.ri.gov to find an alternate location or to schedule an appointment.
ICYMI: The DHS Data Request Portal provides another way for partners and providers to understand the impact and scope of DHS, and the role the agency plays in the lives of Rhode Islanders. Visit the portal and submit a data request here:
dhs.ri.gov/general-resources…