Oregon SNAP households eligible for replacement benefits due to recent weather events
The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) says Oregon households who receive SNAP benefits and lost food due to recent weather related power outages may be eligible for replacement benefits.
Oregonians who lost food purchased with SNAP benefits, due to recent wind and ice-storm related power outages, are encouraged to request replacement benefits from ODHS.
SNAP households that lost, or disposed of food that was unsafe to eat due to recent weather events can request replacement benefits for the cost of food that was lost. Households may requests for replacement benefits equal to one month of the normal benefit amount for that household.
Replacement benefits must be requested within 10 calendar days of the food loss by:
- Calling Oregon Eligibility customer service at: (800) 699-9075
- Email: SSP.StatewideWorkshare@dhsoha.state.or.us
Once the request is approved, replacement benefits are added to the households existing EBT card.
Resources to help meet basic needs
- Find a food pantry: foodfinder.oregonfoodbank.org
- Learn about government programs and community resources for older adults and people with disabilities: Aging and Disability Resource Connection of Oregon at 1-855-673-2372 or visit adrcoforegon.org
- Dial 211, or text your zip code to 898-211, 211info.org
