PA DHS - Food Assistance

Food Assistance · Pennsylvania · Free

State agency administering SNAP food assistance, TANF cash assistance, and other food and nutrition programs, connecting Pennsylvania families to local county assistance offices for applications. Fathers with custody of children can apply for SNAP and other benefits online at compass.state.pa.us or in person at their local County Assistance Office. Bring proof of income, identity, and household composition when applying.

Contact & Details

Address: Statewide

Phone: 1-800-692-7462

Hours: Helpline Mon-Fri 8:30am-4:45pm

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