Application Assistance — SNAP

Where can you receive application assistance locally? 

  • JustFood, call 785-856-7030 or email info@justfood.org for an appointment
  • Senior Resource Center, 4th Wednesday of the month, 1 - 3pm. All are welcome, regardless of age! Call 785-842-0543 or email contact@yoursrc.org for an appointment
  • Ballard Center, call 785-842-0729 or email helpteam@ballardcenter.org for an appointment. 
  • Harvesters SNAP Hotline, can help you determine if you are eligible and then help you apply for assistance over the phone by calling 1-877-653-9522 or emailing SNAP@harvesters.org. More information can be found here

How can you get a SNAP application? 

  • Kansas Appleseed, check your eligibility, start your application or receive assistance here
  • Department of Children & Families -- Douglas County located at 1901 Delaware St. Receive a mailed application or pick up a paper application outside the office. 
  • Visit JustFood at 1000 E. 11th St. 

For any other questions, contact Douglas County SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educators at 785-843-7058