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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Assistance

Navigating the sign-up process for SNAP, or Food Stamps, can be a confusing process, causing frustration and leaving families to avoid the process altogether. CFC’s SNAP Assistance is here to help guide you through the sign-up and answer any questions you may have along the way.

SNAP Assistance improves access to SNAP benefits for low-income households. CFC personnel assist applicants complete and transmit applications to the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance and work to follow-up with clients after completion.

Do you know about the extra money you get for fruits and vegetables through SNAP? Introducing the Healthy Incentives Program! (HIP)

HIP puts money back on your EBT card when you use SNAP to buy healthy, local fruits and vegetables from HIP farm vendors. Participating farmers markets happen in the area year round. Learn more at www.mass.gov/hip or contact our office for extra help!

Program Details:

Eligibility: Eligibility is based on such factors as monthly income, household size,  and housing costs. The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance makes the final decision on eligibility in accordance with their guidelines.

Documentation Needed: The usual documentation includes proof of identity, proof of MA residency as well as proof of income for the past 30 days/ 4 weeks.  Optional documentation for those who are over 60 / disabled are receipts for medical expenses.

Application Process: CFC case workers take applications over the phone or by appointment in the office.

Criteria for Selection: These are determined by the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance.

Service Area: The program currently services the Greater Fall River and Taunton areas.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

Fall River Office

Director: Christine Boardman
E-Mail: christine.boardman@cfcinc.org

Address: 264 Griffin Street Fall River, MA 02724
Telephone: (508) 679-0041
Fax: (508) 324-0643

Office Hours:

Mon. – Fri. 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Taunton Office

Director: Christine Boardman
E-Mail: christine.boardman@cfcinc.org

Address: 1 Taunton Green, Taunton, MA 02780
Telephone: (508) 679-0041
Fax: (508) 324-0643

Office Hours:

By appointment only.