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FOOD STAMP ALERT FOR SENIORS AND DISABLED. Doing Our Part to Find and Solve Errors - CCJ has discovered an apparent computer glitch that is resulting in eligible seniors and persons with disabilities being denied food stamps (FAP). USDA confirmed the problem. DHS says they will fix it. Anyone age 60+ or receiving disability benefits (SSI, Social Security, VA benefits, or Medicaid based on disability) and told they were “over income” for food stamps (FAP) in the last year can call our helpline to see if a mistake was made in their case. 1- 800-481-4989. For more information about the Center for Civil Justice please visit their website at www.ccj-mi.org

Welcome to the Center for Civil Justice Food Stamp Help Web Site!

Nourishing Michigan: Impacts on Food Programs on the Economy, Community, and Family Resources

Food Assistance Basics: Pamphlets with general information about the Food Assistance Program (food stamps) in Michigan, including who is eligible, how to apply, answers to frequently asked questions, and important information if you are homeless or have been denied benefits. Check out our pamphlet on what you should do if your caseworker won't call you back.

  • Food Assistance Calculator: (Updated as of 10/1/2011)  Find out if you can get Food Assistance and estimate how much help you would receive each month by entering information about your household, income and expenses. Or you can call the Center for Civil Justice Helpline for an estimate.

  • Forms You Can Print: Print forms for Request for Hearing form, Appoint a Representative and more.

  • Getting Help: How to get more information and legal help.

  • News Alerts: Read about recent program changes in Michigan.

  • Links to DHS and Other Resources: Find your local Department of Human Services office and other resources that are available online, including information regarding immigrants, seniors, and the Summer Food Service Program.

  • Outreach Materials : Pamphlets that your organization can print to let people know about the Food Assistance Program and our Center for Civil Justice Helpline.

  • Food Assistance Video : "Making America Stronger" commemorates the 30th anniversary of the of the reforms achieved by the Food Stamp Act of 1977, telling the story of how food assistance dramatically reduced the extent of severe hunger in our country.

  • MichiganLegalAid.org: Find legal information for low income Michigan residents as well as information about legal aid and other helpful programs that serve your county.
  • Food Stamp Alert: Flyer concerning Seniors and Disabled individuals that were denied food stamps (FAP) during the last year due to a computer error with DHS.

 

The Center for Civil Justice Helpline is open Monday through Friday from 9 AM until 5 PM. It provides free, confidential information. The staff will estimate the amount of monthly benefits you could receive if you apply and help make sure you are receiving all the help for which you are eligible. If you can not call during our regular hours, or if the staff are busy on other calls, you can leave a message. Be sure to list the best times to reach you, the area code along with your phone number and someone will return your call.

CALL: 1(800)-481-4989   OR   1(810)-244-8044

The Helpline is operated statewide by the Center for Civil Justice with support from the Food Bank Council of Michigan and MAZON.  This institution is an equal opportunity employer. The Michigan Food Stamp Partnership also includes the Michigan Poverty Law Program, who provides technical support for this website.

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