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North Carolina Food and Nutrition Services (FNS)
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You may be eligible for...
$104/month
This is how much the average older adult living alone receives in SNAP benefits per month.
This program gives you a special debit card with money on it to help you buy food. The program adds money to your card every month. The amount of money you get may depend on three things:
- Money you get from your job or a program like Social Security
- How many people live with you
- Where you live
You can use the card at most grocery stores, certain senior centers, and some meal delivery services such as Meals on Wheels.
How do I apply?
To apply, you can print and fill out the application form and mail it to your local office. You can also apply online. Call your State Hotline at 866-719-0141 to see if you can apply by phone.
If you get Supplemental Security Income, the state's Simplified Nutritional Assistance Program also makes it easier for you to get a special debit card. Supplemental Security Income is extra money from the federal government to help you pay for everyday expenses. Call your local Social Security Administration office to sign up for Supplemental Security Income.
Frequently Asked Questions
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A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) can offer you personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate program eligibility and look to apply. With support from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the BEC can help you apply for an enroll in all of the benefits you may be missing out on.
Get Help from a Benefits Enrollment Center
Start Enrollment or Ask Questions
A Benefits Enrollment Center (BEC) can offer you personal, one-on-one assistance as you navigate program eligibility and look to apply. With support from the National Council on Aging (NCOA), the BEC can help you apply for an enroll in all of the benefits you may be missing out on.
See What Key Benefits Programs You May Qualify For
BenefitsCheckUp can help you assess whether you can get help from programs before you apply. Answer questions anonymously to find out if you may be eligible for key benefits programs, including the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicare Savings Programs, Medicaid, Medicare Part D Low Income Subsidy (LIS) - Extra Help, among others.
