Indiana residents may receive additional food assistance this month, thanks to a temporary increase in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. SNAP, formerly known as food stamps, provides monthly funds to low-income individuals and families to help them purchase groceries. This boost in aid is a response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic’s economic consequences. Eligible SNAP recipients will receive the maximum benefit amount, regardless of their household size. This increase in funding will help struggling families meet their nutritional needs during these trying times. SNAP recipients can expect to see these additional benefits in their accounts by the end of the month.
Food Stamp Benefits in Indiana
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps, is a federal program that provides food assistance to low-income individuals and families. In Indiana, SNAP benefits are administered by the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA).
Eligibility for SNAP benefits is based on household income and assets. To apply for SNAP benefits, you can visit your local FSSA office or apply online.
The amount of SNAP benefits you receive each month is based on your household size and income. The maximum benefit amount for a household of one person is $250 per month. The maximum benefit amount for a household of four people is $835 per month.
SNAP benefits can be used to purchase food at authorized retailers. You can find a list of authorized retailers on the FSSA website. SNAP participants also receive access to online shopping through certain retailers.
Additional Resources
- https://www.in.gov/fssa/snap/
- Call the FSSA SNAP hotline at 1-800-403-0864.
- Visit your local FSSA office.
When you apply for SNAP, you will need to provide the following information:
- Your Social Security number.
- Proof of income for all household members.
- Proof of expenses for all household members.
- Proof of assets for all household members.
- Proof of Indiana residency.
Once you have submitted your application, it will be processed by the FSSA. You will receive a decision on your application within 30 days.
Distribution Dates of Extra Food Stamps in Indiana
In 2022, the Social Security Administration and the Department of Health and Human Services announced temporary increases in Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits (commonly known as food stamps), to help people deal with the economic challenges caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. While the exact timeline for these additional benefits varied from state to state, distribution of extra food stamps in Indiana generally followed this timeline:
- January 2022: Hoosiers received supplemental payments equal to the maximum SNAP benefit amount for their household size.
- February 2022: The extra SNAP benefits were included in the regular SNAP payment.
- March 2022: SNAP recipients received an additional payment equal to 50% of their maximum SNAP benefit amount.
- April 2022: The supplemental payment was included in the regular SNAP payment.
- May 2022: SNAP recipients received an extra payment equal to 25% of their maximum SNAP benefit amount.
- June 2022: The extra SNAP benefits were included in the regular SNAP payment.
- July 2022: SNAP recipients received an additional payment equal to 15% of their maximum SNAP benefit amount.
- August 2022: The supplemental payment was included in the regular SNAP payment.
- September 2022: SNAP recipients received an extra payment equal to 10% of their maximum SNAP benefit amount.
Note: The extra SNAP benefits were distributed based on the household’s regular SNAP benefit amount and were subject to change. SNAP recipients were encouraged to contact their local Department of Family and Social Services Administration (FSSA) office or visit the FSSA website for the most up-to-date information regarding the distribution of extra SNAP benefits.
| Month | Extra SNAP Benefit Amount |
|---|---|
| January 2022 | Maximum SNAP benefit amount |
| February 2022 | Included in regular SNAP payment |
| March 2022 | 50% of maximum SNAP benefit amount |
| April 2022 | Included in regular SNAP payment |
| May 2022 | 25% of maximum SNAP benefit amount |
| June 2022 | Included in regular SNAP payment |
| July 2022 | 15% of maximum SNAP benefit amount |
| August 2022 | Included in regular SNAP payment |
| September 2022 | 10% of maximum SNAP benefit amount |
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