(ThePennyWatcher.com) – You never know what can happen, especially if the weather turns and families are forced to deal with life circumstances that are so unforeseen such as Hurricanes, tsunamis, and other natural disasters.
There are government programs that are setup to help in such a time of crisis. One of these is called the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, otherwise known as D-SNAP.
Let’s take a deeper look into it’s benefits.
What is D-SNAP?
After a disaster, people may require greater aid. D-SNAP was created to remedy this problem. The program aids low-income families after experiencing natural disasters.
One of the requirements for such cases is a Presidential declaration of Individual Assistance, which then has to be approved by the USDA.
D-SNAP Requirements?
See below for the general list of requirements that are needed in such a crisis.
Do you need?
• Home repairs
• Business Repairs
• Short term shelter costs
• Costs associated with evacuation
• Cost to relocating
• Costs for individual injuries
• Income loss as a result of the crisis
If you qualify, the supplement will provide a “boost” for your family’s immediate needs. However, before receiving the supplement, you need to meet certain requirements:
• You are not getting the full amount of benefits allowed every month.
• You have suffered losses and expenditures as a result of the disaster.
If you are already receiving SNAP benefits and you lose food you purchased with that money due to the disaster, you may be eligible to receive replacement benefits.
Make sure to contact the office in your area where you can learn more about SNAP and D-SNAP or any of the associated benefits.
How To Apply?
Applying for the potential D-SNAP benefits can really benefit your situation, and before a new program is launched, state authorities usually tell the public through the media.
All the pertinant questions will be asked regarding applications and eligibility.
Check out this SNAP state directory for more information. Here is where to start.
