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The District will be under a COLD ALERT from 8PM today, 11/16 until 9AM tomorrow, 11/17. Visit cold.dc.gov for more
Mayor Bowser authorized the use of local funds to ensure DC's SNAP and WIC customers receive their November benefits. Learn more
Protect Your Benefits! It's important to keep your EBT card safe. Learn more
DHS Service Centers are OPEN! Find a location near you
Are you a housing provider with an available unit? List your units today

 

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Event CalendarCity-wide health education and applied learning centers for DC seniors 60 years and older.

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If your family or a family you know is experiencing a housing crisis that they cannot resolve on their own, please contact Virginia Willi

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Many students attending an institution of higher education (i.e., college, university, trade/technical school) more than half-time (as determined by the institution) may be eligible for food assistance through the District’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Pro

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What is SNAP Quality Control?
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The Strong Families Program strives to strengthen the individual and family unit, foster healthy development and help address the issues that create ongoing challenges for District residents.

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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) - formerly known as the "Food Stamps" program - helps low-income residents and families buy the food they need for good health.

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 TANF provides cash assistance and work to needy District families with dependent children.

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The Family Services Administration provides protection, intervention and social services to meet the needs of vulnerable adults and families to help reduce risk and promote self-sufficiency.  

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