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Replacement SNAP Benefits
In the event of a disaster, LDH can authorize SNAP replacement benefits if the household loses food purchased with SNAP benefits.
- If the food loss is due to a power outage, the power must have been out for a minimum of 24 consecutive hours.
- LDH works with the Louisiana Public Service Commission to obtain reports of specific areas of power outages.
- If LDH cannot verify a household's power outage through these reports, SNAP recipients may be asked for verification of their power loss.
There is no current disaster at this time. Please check the DSNAP page for updates, and follow DCFS on Social Media for the latest news.
Amount of Replacement SNAP Benefits
The value of the replacement benefit shall be an amount equal to the value of the lost food purchased with SNAP benefits, up to the maximum of one month of the household's SNAP benefits. If eligible, the replacement benefits are added to the SNAP household's regular EBT card.
How to Apply for Replacement SNAP Benefits
Two ways to apply:
- Visit your local LDH office (*directory link) to complete a SNAP 38 form
- Download and submit the SNAP 38 form
- Download a SNAP 38 Form
- Submit the completed form
- By mail: to DPC, P. O. Box 260031, Baton Rouge, LA 70826-9918
- By fax: (225) 663-3164
- In person: At your local LDH office
After confirming the length of power outages in your area with the Louisiana Public Service Commission, LDH will determine your eligibility for replacement benefits. If caseworkers need additional information, they will contact you. If replacements are warranted, LDH expects to issue benefits to your account within 10 days. You will not receive correspondence from LDH about this request
Contact
For more info, email [email protected] or call 1-888-524-3578.