Tomorrow is the last day to apply for Disaster-SNAP

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Tomorrow, October 16, is the last day for Lee County residents to register and complete an interview to participate in the Disaster Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP).

D-SNAP provides food assistance to those affected by Hurricane Ian who do not receive assistance from regular SNAP.

How to apply for D-SNAP:

• Pre-book online by visiting MyFLFamilies.com/DSNAP [lnks.gd]
  • Certain elements of the application require verification.
  • Eligibility can be determined more quickly and easily by providing a state driver’s license or social security number.
  • Residents who cannot pre-register online can visit one of the D-SNAP event locations in person when they are open.
• After online pre-registration is complete, applicants must complete a telephone interview by calling the D-SNAP Call Center from 7am to 5pm EST at 850-663-1919
• To qualify for D-SNAP benefits:
  • Applicants must NOT be receiving regular SNAP benefits
  • Applicants must have lived or worked in a county that was declared a disaster at the time of Hurricane Ian
• Applicants must have suffered loss due to a disaster such as:
  • Damage to their homes or self-employed property
  • Loss of food
  • Decrease or loss of income
  • Other expenses related to disasters
• Applicants must meet financial eligibility requirements