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SNAP food benefits are put on to the Lone Star Card and can be used just like a debit card at any store that accepts SNAP.

A contact list of food banks in Texas  that can assist in filling out a SNAP application and provide more information about SNAP and other nutrition programs in your area.

To confirm your eligibility when applying for one of our benefit programs, you’ll need to submit proof of facts (information about you and others on your case).

Texas Health and Human Services’ (HHS) Community Partner Program (CPP), in partnership with Feeding Texas and local food banks, host events across Texas to help customers apply for and renew their benefits, like Medicaid and SNAP.

Information on work requirements that must be met to receive, or continue to receive, SNAP benefits longer than three months.

If you had your SNAP benefits stolen due to fraud such as card skimming, phishing or other methods, you may be eligible to have your benefits replaced.

Protect yourself against Lone Star Card fraud.

The Texas Simplified Application Project (TSAP) provides Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits to Texas households where all household members are either older adults (age 60 and older) or people with disabilities.

SNAP recipients in Texas can buy food online. This will make it easier to get food by having the option to pick it up or get it delivered.

During a disaster this page provides information on office openings, benefits and information about other groups offering aid.

Resources to help everyone age well and be healthy.

The Texas Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system uses the Lone Star Card to provide access to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) food benefits and Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) cash benefits.

Whether it's SNAP food benefits on the Lone Star Card, TANF cash assistance or the Summer Lunch Program for kids, HHS is there for people who need help buying food.

HHS offers cash assistance to Texans going through tough times. TANF offers cash to help pay bills, buy food and help see your family through.

How well we take care of ourselves before we need medical services can make for a higher quality of independence and wellness. We offer programs that provide tips on exercise, cooking healthy meals on a budget, nutrition, and weight management.