Greensville/Emporia
Department of Social Services

"Strengthening the Community by Helping Families"

 


Benefits Programs











Food Stamps

What Are Food Stamps?
Food Stamps are electronic benefits that can be used like cash to buy food at any store that has a sign displaying the Cardinal Card or the Quest sign.  To find out more information about EBT, visit www.ebtvirginia.com

How Can A Person Apply?
You may apply for food stamps at the local department of social services the same day you request an application, however, your interview may be held later.  You may also mail, fax or e-mail your application, to the extent the agency can receive it.

Applications for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) or General Relief, are considered an application for food stamps, unless you request otherwise.

If all members have applied for or get Supplemental Security Income (SSI), you may also apply for food stamps at the local Social Security office.

For more information about Food Stamps, visit the Virginia Department of Social Services' Web Site:  http://www.dss.state.va.us

Questions/Comments
Contact:
Greensville/Emporia Department of Social Services
P.O. Box 1136
Emporia, Virginia  23847
Phone:  434-634-6576
 Monday -  Friday - 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
E-mail: 
info@gedss.org

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