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If you have a hearing impairment, call  \nGA Relay at 1-800-255-0135. Our services are free.  \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.  \nCash Assistance program also provides financial assistance to refugee households who are not eligible for the TANF program.  \nMedical Assistance  \nMedicaid, for those who are eligible, may help pay medical bills, doctor’s visits, and Medicare premiums.  \nCommunity Outreach Services  \nFor more information about Community Outreach Services, please visit our website at: [http://www.dfcs.dhr.georgia.gov](http://www.dfcs.dhr.georgia.gov or call)[ or call](http://www.dfcs.dhr.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. You will need to tear off pages 1 -3 and keep it for yourself.  \nMail, fax, or bring in pages 4-8 of this application to your local Division of family & Children Services (DFCS) office. If you or the person for whom you are applying is eligible for benefits , Food Stamps or TANF benefits will be provided from the date that we receive the application with your name, address, and signature on it.  \nIf you apply for Food Stamps, and/or Medicaid you can file an application for benefits with only your name, address and signature. However, it may help us to process your application quicker if you complete the entire form.  \nStep 3. Talk with us.  \nYou may need to complete an interview with a case manager. If so, we will give you an appointment. This interview can be completed by phone.  \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 and TANF, you will get an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card to access your benefits. For Medicaid, you will receive a Medicaid card for each eligible member.  \nWhat information will I need to provide?  \nIt is a good idea to provide the following:  \n• Proof of identity for the applicant if applying for Food Stamps and/or TANF. Proof of identity for everyone requesting Medicaid if applying for Medicaid. Ex: An identification card (ID) or driver’s license (DL)  \n• Proof of US citizenship/qualified immigrant status for everyone requesting benefits  \n• Social Security numbers of everyone requesting assistance  \n• Proof of income for example, pay stubs, child support payments, and income award letters  \n• Proof of expenses like child care receipts, medical bills , medical transportation costs, and child support payments  \nYou will be given time to return any information to our office. If you need help getting this information, please tell us.  \nHow do we use the applicant’s personal information?  \nYou only have to provide Social Security Numbers (SSN) and citizenship or immigration status for persons who want to apply for benefits. This information will be used to check the income and eligibility verif","cbCaieAwAQFacG7P","https://ap.wps.com/l/cbCaieAwAQFacG7P","pdf",501767,"English","# What services are offered (DFCS)\n## Food Assistance\n## Cash Assistance/Employment Support Services\n## Medical Assistance\n## Community Outreach Services\n# How do I apply for benefits?\n## Step 1: Fill out the application\n## Step 2: Turn in the application\n## Step 3: Talk with us (interview)\n# 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## What information will I need to provide?\n## How do we use the applicant’s personal information?\n## Can someone else apply for me?\n# Nondiscrimination and complaint contacts","[{\"question\":\"How long does it take to get benefits?\",\"answer\":\"Food Stamps can take up to 30 days, TANF up to 45 days, and Medicaid 10 to 60 days. 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