The federally funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP, formerly called Food Stamps) remains the first line of defense against hunger for about one in seven Massachusetts residents (about 600,000 households). Families and individuals often struggle with getting their SNAP applications and recertifications approved. Collecting all the required proofs and getting through the application process can be overwhelming for an unrepresented household. Some of the most challenging cases involve the rules for immigrant-headed households. Special rules also apply to households with older adults and persons with disabilities.
The training includes an overview of the SNAP program, an update on federal and state SNAP changes, and an in-depth look at the nuts and bolts of SNAP eligibility, benefit amount, online tools, troubleshooting, and appeal rights. This training is designed for participants who need the basic rules and advocacy tips including new legal services and community advocates, lawyers in private practice, and social and health services workers.
The training includes an overview of the SNAP program, an update on federal and state SNAP changes, and an in-depth look at the nuts and bolts of SNAP eligibility, benefit amount, online tools, troubleshooting, and appeal rights. This training is designed for participants who need the basic rules and advocacy tips including new legal services and community advocates, lawyers in private practice, and social and health services workers.
Course Content
9:30am - 9:35amWelcome and Introduction
Patricia J. Baker,
MLRI, Boston
Victoria Negus,
MLRI, Boston
9:35am - 9:55am
What is SNAP?
Panel
9:55am - 10:15am
MLRI: SNAP Food Stamps Advocacy 101: Household Composition Rules
Panel
10:15am - 10:50am
MLRI: SNAP Food Stamps Advocacy 101: Specific Populations (College Students, Immigrant Households)
Panel
10:50am - 11:00am
Networking and Refreshment Break
11:00am - 11:15am
Overview of “SNAP Math” and Benefit Amounts
Panel
11:30am - 11:45am
MLRI: SNAP Food Stamps Advocacy 101: Ways to Apply and Report Changes
Panel
Please Note
This webcast is delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal.
There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only.
They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.
Speakers
CochairsPatricia J. Baker,
MLRI, Boston
Victoria Negus,
MLRI, Boston
