HOPKINSVILLE, KY (CHRISTIAN COUNTY NOW) – Christian County residents are eligible for emergency food assistance through Disaster SNAP for those impacted by the April flood. This program offers short-term food help to individuals and families in counties that receive a federal disaster declaration.
“Team Kentucky appreciates the federal emergency funding provided to aid Kentuckians whose homes and properties have been impacted or destroyed by this historic storm,” said Gov. Andy Beshear. “It’s comforting to know that storm victims can access these crucial benefits that will help their families as they recover and rebuild.”
Residents receiving SNAP benefits or D-SNAP benefits can also purchase hot, prepared food at authorized retailers with their benefits until May 31, 2025, according to a news release form the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services. Any current SNAP recipient can request replacement or supplement of benefits if food purchased with SNAP benefits is destroyed due to a household disaster.
Applications for D-SNAP will be accepted from May 7 through May 14. Prospective applicants should call the Department for Community-Based Services’ call center for D-SNAP at 855-306-8959; this is the fastest way to receive benefits. Applications will be taken by phone Monday–Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Applications may be made in person a DCBS office at 644 North Drive Brickyard Plaza in Hopkinsville. They are open Monday–Saturday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Residents and business owners who sustained losses in designated counties can apply for other types of assistance by registering online at DisasterAssistance.gov.
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