SNAP Office - Oneida County Department of Social Services Utica

Oneida County Department of Social Services Utica
800 Park Avenue
Utica, NY - 13501
(315) 798-5700

Oneida County Department of Social Services Utica Details

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, commonly known as SNAP, is a federally funded program that assists low-income households purchase nutritious food at authorized grocery stores and other retailers. Individuals must apply for this program and provide all the required documentation. If approved, recipients receive an electronic benefit card (EBT), which is similar to a debit card. The SNAP benefit is provided monthly directly into the EBT card. Amount of SNAP benefit is based on household size, income and other factors.

Eligibility:

Social security numbers
Proof of residence
Proof of alien status
Proof of earned Income and unearned Income
Proof of child care expenses if applicable
Proof of medical expenses if applicable
Additional documentation pertinent to program guidelines might be requested

Eligible Purchases:

Breads and cereals
Fruits and vegetables
Meats, fish and poultry
Dairy products
Seeds and plants which produce food for the household to eat

Ineligible Purchases (SNAP benefits cannot be used for):

Beer, wine, liquor, cigarettes or tobacco
Any nonfood items, such as: pet foods, soaps, paper products, household supplies, vitamins and medicines
Food that will be eaten in the store
Prepared or hot foods

Contact the office for additional information.

Office Hours

Monday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

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