The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income individuals and families in Kansas buy groceries each month. Benefits are issued on a Kansas EBT card, which can be used at most grocery stores and participating farmers markets.
You may qualify for SNAP in Kansas if:
📌 Households with seniors, children, or people with disabilities may have special eligibility rules.
Based on gross monthly income (130% of the Federal Poverty Level):
📌 Note: Income limits may change based on specific household situations. For the most accurate and up-to-date figures, visit the official website.
Go to the DCF Self-Service Portal:
🔗 https://www.dcf.ks.gov/services/ees/pages/food/foodassistance.aspx
Call the DCF Customer Service line:
📱 1-888-369-4777
Visit a local DCF office:
🔗 Find a DCF Office
KanCare is the name for Kansas Medicaid, which provides free or low-cost health insurance to eligible residents. It covers services like doctor visits, prescriptions, mental health care, hospital stays, and more.
KanCare is managed by the Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE).
You may qualify for Medicaid (KanCare) in Kansas if you are:
📌 There are also special KanCare programs for long-term care and people with disabilities.
Income limits are based on Modified Adjusted Gross Income (MAGI):
📌 Note: Income limits may change based on specific household situations. For the most accurate and up-to-date figures, visit the official website.
Use the KanCare application portal:
🔗 https://www.kancare.ks.gov/
Call the KanCare Clearinghouse:
📱 1-800-792-4884
Download a paper form or visit a local DCF office:
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Section 8, or the Housing Choice Voucher Program, helps low-income individuals and families afford safe, decent housing in the private market. The program pays a portion of the rent directly to the landlord.
In Kansas, Section 8 is managed by multiple local Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) across the state.
You may qualify for Section 8 in Kansas if:
📌 PHAs may prioritize certain applicants such as those who are homeless, displaced, or rent-burdened.
Typical very low income limits (50% of Area Median Income):
📌 Note: Income limits may change based on specific household situations. For the most accurate and up-to-date figures, visit the official website.
Each housing authority manages its own application process and waitlist.
Call your local housing authority to check availability and instructions.
Kansas TANF is called Temporary Assistance for Families (TAF). It offers monthly cash help to low-income families with children to pay for essentials like rent, clothing, and food.
TAF is managed by the Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF).
You may qualify for TAF in Kansas if:
📌 Assistance is usually limited to 24 months in a lifetime (or 36 months in hardship cases).
Estimated monthly income limits based on family size:
📌 Note: Income limits may change based on specific household situations. For the most accurate and up-to-date figures, visit the official website.
Use the DCF Self-Service Portal:
🔗 https://www.dcf.ks.gov/services/ees/pages/cash/cashassistance.aspx
Call the DCF Contact Center:
📱 1-888-369-4777
Visit your local DCF office:
🔗 DCF Office Locator
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