Helene Flood Info: D-SNAP Deadline is Thursday, October 24, 2024

Hurricane Helene Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) for Haywood County Residents of Haywood County impacted by Helene may be eligible for a one-time benefit to help buy food through the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP).

This program is available for those affected by the storm in 25 western NC counties, including Haywood, and members of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. To be eligible for D-SNAP, applicants must meet the following criteria:

~ Have suffered losses or damages related to Hurricane Helene, such as property damage or loss of income.

~ Provide proof of identity and residency (if available).

~ Not be currently receiving benefits through Food and Nutrition Services (FNS). However, FNS recipients can get additional help without applying for D-SNAP.

~ Some income and resource limits may apply.

HOW TO APPLY

~ Eligible households can pre-register online using the ePASS tool at epass.nc.gov. After pre-registration, applicants will receive a confirmation number and must complete an interview to finalize their application. Call 1-844-453-1117 for interviews.

~ Application Period: October 18 – 24, 2024

~ You can apply by phone or in person

By Phone: Call the D-SNAP Virtual Call Center at 1-844-453-1117 from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on weekdays, and from 9 a.m. – noon on weekends.

In Person: Apply at the Haywood County Department of Social Services, located at 157 Paragon Parkway #300, Clyde, NC 28721. In-person applications will be accepted from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. on weekdays and from 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. on weekends.