The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Nevada helps low-income individuals and families buy food. SNAP benefits are loaded monthly onto an EBT card, which works like a debit card at grocery stores and farmers markets.
You may qualify if you:
These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes):
Household Size – Max Monthly Income
✅ Households with elderly or disabled members may qualify even if income is slightly higher.
You can apply online, in person, or by mail.
🌐 Apply Online
Create an account and complete the SNAP application.
📞 By Phone:
Call DWSS at 1-800-992-0900d
🏢 In Person:
Visit a local DWSS office. Find locations here
Nevada Medicaid and Nevada Check Up provide free or low-cost health insurance for low-income individuals, children, pregnant women, seniors, and people with disabilities.
You may qualify if you:
These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes) for most adults:
Household Size – Max Monthly Income
✅ Children and pregnant women may qualify at higher income levels.
You can apply online, by phone, or in person.
📞 By Phone:
Call DWSS at 1-800-992-0900
🏢 In Person:
Visit your nearest DWSS office:
👉 https://dwss.nv.gov
The Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program in Nevada helps low-income individuals and families afford safe and stable housing. If approved, you pay about 30% of your income toward rent, and the program pays the rest directly to the landlord.
You may qualify if you:
✔️ Priority may be given to seniors, disabled people, and families with children.
These are sample annual income limits (50% of AMI):
Household Size – Max Annual Income
✅ Limits vary slightly by city and county. Check with your local housing authority.
You must apply through your local housing authority. Each one has its own application process and waiting list.
🔎 Find your local PHA:
👉 HUD Nevada PHA Contact List
📞 You can also call HUD at:
1-800-955-2232 for general assistance.
TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) provides monthly cash assistance to low-income families with children in Nevada. The program supports families while they work toward financial independence.
TANF is managed by the Nevada Division of Welfare and Supportive Services (DWSS).
You may qualify if you:
These are estimated monthly payments based on household size:
Household Size – Approx. Monthly Payment
✅ Actual payment depends on income, rent, and other factors.
You can apply online, by phone, or in person.
📞 Apply by Phone:
Call 1-800-992-0900
🏢 Apply In Person:
Visit your local DWSS office:
👉 https://dwss.nv.gov
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