Food stamps are a
monthly benefit for eligible individuals and
families to purchase food. Benefits come in the
form of a plastic card called the Ohio
Direction Card. When
families use the card at the grocery store, the
purchase is automatically deducted from their
monthly benefit.
Applications are accepted by U.S. Mail (you
can access the state application
here).
Print it, fill
out the form, and mail it to:
HCJFS
ATTN: Food Stamp Applications
222 E. Central Pkwy.
Cincinnati, OH 45202
Applicants who apply by mail will
receive a letter asking them to call and make an
appointment to complete the application process
in person.
Whether you mail in your application or see
someone the same day you apply at our office,
you will need to bring some verifications with
you to complete the application process.
Typically, that means:
-
your original
Social Security card
-
proof of age
and citizenship
-
proof of any
income you receive
-
proof of
assets, such as a bank account
-
proof of
housing costs (a recent cancelled rent or
mortgage check, or utility bill)
-
proof of any
child support benefits
-
proof of
disability, if you claim it
For additional information, call (513)
946-1000. You may also visit the
Ohio Department of Job and
Family Services Web site.
