The City of Denver is warning food stamp recipients about changes created by the partial shutdown of the federal government. For some, that occasions urgent action:
"Please read below for important information for Denver recipients of SNAP benefits, including extended hours at all three of our locations on Monday, January 14.
In response to the partial federal government shutdown, the U.S. Department of Agriculture has asked states to issue February's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits early - by Jan. 20th - which has the potential to affect 220,000 Colorado families.
The early issuance of benefits also means that Colorado SNAP recipients whose eligibility is due for re-certification at the end of January need to submit required documents as required immediately in order to receive food benefits for February. It is imperative that SNAP recipients whose food assistance eligibility is up for redetermination are processed no later than noon on Jan. 15 to ensure they receive February benefits on the expedited time frame.
To be clear, the early release of benefits is not additional funding. This effort is intended to get February benefits to eligible recipients before current funding for the program lapses as a result of the partial federal government funding. If the federal government shutdown continues, benefits may not be available after February.
In response to this critical deadline, Denver Human Services will offer extended hours on Monday at all three Human Services locations. Staff who determine SNAP eligibility will be available from 7 a.m. – 7p.m. on Monday January 14, 2019. Our dedicated staff will be available to answer any questions and accept the redeterminations before the January 15 deadline.
You can also call 720-944-4DHS (4347) with any questions about your case. Pick option 2 from the main menu.
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