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Our services, including interpreters, are free. If you are deaf, hard-of-hearing, deaf-blind or have difficulty speaking, you can call us at the number above by dialing 711 (Georgia Relay) .  \nWhat Services Do We Offer at the Division of Family and Children Services (DFCS)?  \nDFCS offers the following services:  \nFood Assistance  \nFood Stamps are benefits that you can use to buy food at any store that has the EBT/Quest sign. We will subtract the price of your food purchase from your Food Stamp account.  \nCash Assistance/Employment Support Services  \nTemporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) provides cash assistance to families with dependent children for a limited time. Parents or caretakers who are included in the grant are required to participate in a work program. Cash Assistance program also provides financial assistance to refugee households who are not eligible for the TANF program.  \n• Grandparents Raising Grandchildren (GRG) will provide the support necessary so that children can be cared for in the homes of their grandparents.  \nMedical Assistance  \nMedicaid, for those who are eligible, may help pay medical bills, doctor’s visits , and Medicare premiums.  \nFrequently Asked Questions  \nHow long does it take to get benefits?  \nFood Stamps: up to 30 days  \nTANF: up to 45 days  \nMedicaid: 10 to 60 days  \nYou may be able to get Food Stamps within 7 days if you qualify. See page 5.  \nHow much will I get?  \nYour income, resources, and family size determine benefit amounts. We will be able to give you specific information once we determine your eligibility.  \nHow will I get my benefits?  \nFor Food Stamps, you will get an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card to access your benefits. For TANF, you will get an EPPIC Debit Master card to access your benefits. For Medicaid , you will receive a Medicaid card for each eligible member.  \nCommunity Outreach Services  \nFor more information about other DHS services, please visit our website at [http://dfcs.georgia.gov](http://dfcs.georgia.gov) or call 1-877-423-4746.  \nHow Do I Apply for Benefits?  \nStep 1. Fill out the application.  \nRead the questions carefully and give accurate information. Sign and date the application.  \nStep 2. Turn in the application to your local office.  \nYou will need to tear off pages 1-2 , 13-16 and keep them for yourself.  \nMail, fax, or bring in pages 3-12 of this application to your local Division of Family & Children Services (DFCS) office. 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If you are in an institution and applying for Food Stamps and SSI at the same time, the filing date of your application is the date you are released from the institution.  \nStep 3. Talk with us.  \nYou may need to complete an interview with a worker. If so, we will give you an appointment. This interview can be completed by phone.  \nWhat information will I need to provide?  \nIt is a good ide","cbCaicRMQfn4ak4z","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaicRMQfn4ak4z","pdf",494066,"English","# Frequently Asked Questions\n## How long does it take to get benefits?\n## How much will I get?\n## How will I get my benefits?\n## How do we use the applicant’s personal information?\n# How Do I Apply for Benefits?\n## Step 1. Fill out the application.\n## Step 2. Turn in the application to your local office.\n## Step 3. 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