SNAP Office - Otsego County Department of Social Services

Otsego County Department of Social Services
197 Main Street
Cooperstown, NY - 13326
(607) 547-1700
Fax Number: (607) 547-1721

Otsego County Department of Social Services 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.

Hours of Operation:

8:30am - 4:30pm - September through June

9:00am - 4:00pm - July and August

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

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Comments

2021-02-25 12:15:29

Hello! I need emergency assistance!! I’m 19 years old and I live in my own and I recently lost my job. I have no way to get any food or pay my rent. I’d just like to know how I can explain my situation further and how I can apply for emergency assistance. Thank you

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