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During this time of the year and in this economic time, people are in need of extra help and assistance. Please pass this information on to anyone who may need it.
Leon A. Gaumond Jr.
Town Administrator
WORCESTER COMMUNITY ACTION COUNCIL, INC. (WCAC)
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program-SNAP (formerly Food Stamps)
Is now operating 5 day a week!
Applications NOW taken Monday- Friday from 8:30 AM- 3:30 PM
***The last appointment of the day will be seen at 3:00 PM
Appointments are encouraged
Walk-ins are welcomed
484 Main Street, Suite 201
Worcester, MA 01608
Towns that WCAC covers for SNAP applications:
Worcester, Auburn, Rochdale, Boylston, West Boylston, Holden, Jefferson, Leicester, Cherry Valley, Millbury, Paxton, Rutland, Shrewsbury, Oakham, Hardwick, New Braintree, Gilbertville, Wheelwright.
Please call 508 754-1176 ext. 124 to make an appointment
Please visit WCAC’s website for more information at: www.wcac.net
In collaboration with the Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance
***Attached please find a bilingual flyer in English and Spanish. Please feel free to copy the flyer for distribution or display purposes.
SNAP Income Eligibility (Oct. 1, 2009- September 30, 2010):
Household size
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Gross monthly income (130 percent of poverty)
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Net monthly income (100 percent of poverty)
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1
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$1,174
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$ 903
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2
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1,579
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1,215
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3
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1,984
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1,526
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4
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2,389
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1,838
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5
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2,794
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2,150
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6
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3,200
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2,461
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7
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3,605
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2,773
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8
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4,010
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3,085
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Each additional member
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+406
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+312
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Gross income means a household's total, non-excluded income, before any deductions have been made. Net income means gross income minus allowable deductions.
Documents needed to apply for SNAP:
- Identification showing your name & address
- Proof of Income: Last four pay stubs, copies of checks or official statement of the amount and frequency of payments
- Social Security Numbers for all Members Applying
- Bank Book or Current Bank Statements
- Receipts for Child Care, or the care of other dependents who cannot care for themselves
- Receipts for housing costs, heating and utilities
- If you are not a citizen, bring proof of legal non-citizen status
- Medical Bills – if you are age 60 or older or if you are disabled
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