PORTLAND PROCESSING CENTER
SNAP PROGRAM
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Eligibility:
-Income eligibility follows a guideline of 200% FPL or below, which is monthly income before taxes
Other factors are considered in determining eligibility and the monthly SNAP benefit amount, such as the source of income, housing costs, utility costs, out-of-pocket medical expenses for those age 60 and older or receiving disability in the group, and the relationships of the family members
-Students, immigrants, and adults between the ages of 18 and 52 without dependents may have to meet additional criteria beyond the income guidelines
-To receive SNAP, applicants must be a US citizen or meet specific non-citizen requirements
-Income eligibility follows a guideline of 200% FPL or below, which is monthly income before taxes
Other factors are considered in determining eligibility and the monthly SNAP benefit amount, such as the source of income, housing costs, utility costs, out-of-pocket medical expenses for those age 60 and older or receiving disability in the group, and the relationships of the family members
-Students, immigrants, and adults between the ages of 18 and 52 without dependents may have to meet additional criteria beyond the income guidelines
-To receive SNAP, applicants must be a US citizen or meet specific non-citizen requirements
Hours:
Phone/FAX Numbers
- (971) 673-2422 Main phone
- (971) 673-2417 FAX
- (800) 732-2900 TTY/TTD
- Main phone (971) 673-2422
- FAX (971) 673-2417
Email Address: [email protected]
INTAKE PROCEDURE:
Different methods to submit an application:
-Apply online (make sure to put your User ID, password and tracking number in a safe place)
-Print out a pdf version of the application, fill it out and mail it, fax it, or hand-deliver it to a DHS Self Sufficiency Office
-Call the office and request an application be mailed to you
-Applications are available in 8 languages
What to do once the application has been submitted:
-The local DHS office will call you to set up an in-person or phone interview appointment.
-You can contact the local DHS office to set up the interview appointment.
-DHS workers may not leave messages on voicemails that do not announce the applicant's name in the greeting of the voicemail.
Different methods to submit an application:
-Apply online (make sure to put your User ID, password and tracking number in a safe place)
-Print out a pdf version of the application, fill it out and mail it, fax it, or hand-deliver it to a DHS Self Sufficiency Office
-Call the office and request an application be mailed to you
-Applications are available in 8 languages
What to do once the application has been submitted:
-The local DHS office will call you to set up an in-person or phone interview appointment.
-You can contact the local DHS office to set up the interview appointment.
-DHS workers may not leave messages on voicemails that do not announce the applicant's name in the greeting of the voicemail.
FEES:
DOCUMENTS:
-Social Security number (SSN) for everyone who wishes to apply for benefits (not required to provide Social Security card)
-Proof of gross income for the last 30 days (pay stubs, a letter from the employer, an award letter, for self-employment bank statements showing business revenue and costs)
-Non-citizens must provide legal documentation for DHS to determine if they meet the eligibility criteria. Some examples include I-94, Permanent Resident Card, I-551, Employment Authorization, I-688B
-Photo ID may be helpful but is not required. DHS can verify identity with an SSN or another method
-Applicants experiencing homelessness will need a temporary mailing address to apply. An eligibility worker will assist if other documents are needed
-Applicants who have trouble obtaining proof of income or other documents can have an eligibility worker help them obtain income verification and other needed information
-Adults age 60 and older and adults with disabilities may be eligible for increased benefits by providing proof of their out-of-pocket medical expenses
-Social Security number (SSN) for everyone who wishes to apply for benefits (not required to provide Social Security card)
-Proof of gross income for the last 30 days (pay stubs, a letter from the employer, an award letter, for self-employment bank statements showing business revenue and costs)
-Non-citizens must provide legal documentation for DHS to determine if they meet the eligibility criteria. Some examples include I-94, Permanent Resident Card, I-551, Employment Authorization, I-688B
-Photo ID may be helpful but is not required. DHS can verify identity with an SSN or another method
-Applicants experiencing homelessness will need a temporary mailing address to apply. An eligibility worker will assist if other documents are needed
-Applicants who have trouble obtaining proof of income or other documents can have an eligibility worker help them obtain income verification and other needed information
-Adults age 60 and older and adults with disabilities may be eligible for increased benefits by providing proof of their out-of-pocket medical expenses
LANGUAGES:
Applications available in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Somali.
Applications available in English, Spanish, Russian, Vietnamese, and Somali.
AREA SERVED:
TRAVEL/LOCATION INFORMATION:
Services:
- Food Stamps/SNAP
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PORTLAND PROCESSING CENTER