Food Stamps

Food Stamps supplement low-income individuals and households by increasing their food purchasing power.  The Food Stamp Program (FSP) increases food purchasing power and affords access to healthier food that reduces the risks of diet-related chronic diseases.   

Food Stamp coupons have been phased out. Benefits are distributed with a debit-style card to make food purchases.  Cardholders can access food benefits at the point-of-sale terminals of retailers who are authorized to accept Food Stamp benefits.

For detailed information visit the California Department of Social Services web site:  http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/foodstamps/  or contact the Plumas County Department of Social Services at 530-283-6350

Food Stamps help families:

• Stretch their food budget to buy food for the whole family

• Buy more healthy foods

• Buy more fruits and vegetables year round for their family

• Stay healthy by eating nutritious foods

 For more information on nutrition and better health, visit the California Nutrition Network web site:   http://www.dhs.ca.gov/ps/cdic/cpns/

To apply for Food Stamps, please visit this link to view and print the SAWS1 Application
http://www.dhcs.ca.gov/formsandpubs/forms/Forms/SAWS1[1].pdf

Contact your Local County Welfare Office to ask questions about this procedure and to schedule an interview.

 

 

 

Plumas County Department of Social Services
270 County Hospital Road, Suite 207 Quincy, CA.  95971
Phone: (530) 283-6350    Fax: (530) 283-6368