SNAP (Food Assistance)
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) helps low-income households in Colorado purchase food. It provides a monthly benefit that helps families and individuals buy the food they need for good health.
The benefit is provided based on income, resources and the number of individuals in the household. Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards are used to receive the benefit and can be used similarly to debit cards at participating food retailers. The benefit can be doubled in value by shopping at participating markets and food stores that support the Double Up Food Bucks program. While the program won’t meet all the nutritional needs of a household, it can help a family or individual buy groceries each month.
USDA Non-Discrimination Statement.
Declaración de no discriminación del Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria
There are several ways to apply for benefits. Once you apply, we will contact you to schedule a required interview.
Electronically:
- Apply online at Colorado PEAK
- Use the MyCOBenefits app on your smartphone. You can download the app from either the Apple or Android app store.
Over the Phone:
- Call our SNAP outreach partner, Hunger Free Colorado, bilingual hotline at (855) 855-4626. They can help you complete an application over the phone.
Paper:
- Complete an application for all programs:
How to submit:
- Email: grand-jacksondhs@state.co.us
- Fax: (970) 725-3696
- In person / Drop Box: 129 E. Byers Ave. Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451
- Mail: PO BOX 204, Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451
* For personalized assistance completing your SNAP application, contact the Mountain Family Center at (970) 557-3186, 480 E. Agate Ave. Granby, CO 80446
If you already receive SNAP benefits, you must be recertified, in most cases, every 6 months. You will receive a Notice to Reapply packet when it's your time to recertify. You have several options to submit your packet:
Electronically:
Use the MyCOBenefits app on your smartphone. You can download the app from either the Apple or Android app store.
Email: grand-jacksondhs@state.co.us
Fax: (970) 725-3696
In person / Drop Box: 129 E. Byers Ave. Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451
Mail: PO BOX 204, Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451
In order to qualify for SNAP, a household must meet specific eligibility requirements. For example:
- Be a resident of Colorado
- Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident
- Meet the program's income guidelines
To see if you may qualify, you can complete this pre-screening tool. This tool is NOT an application for SNAP.
To report a change to your case:
Electronically:
Use the MyCOBenefits app on your smartphone. You can download the app from either the Apple or Android app store.
Email: grand-jacksondhs@state.co.us
Fax: (970) 725-3696
In person / Drop Box: 129 E. Byers Ave. Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451
Mail: PO BOX 204, Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451
How can I reschedule my interview?
Please call us at (970) 725-3331
How do I transfer my case to Grand County?
Please contact your current county and request your case to be transferred to Grand County.
Can I use my ColoradoSNAP benefits in another state?
You can use your EBT card at any authorized retail location in the U.S. that displays the EBT or Quest logo. Colorado may block transactions in certain cities/states if fraud is detected, and you may be required to call to have your card unlocked for those locations. Click here for more information.
Wyoming uses a different EBT card, called Smartcards. If you need to use your EBT card in Wyoming, do so at the larger chain stores that have their own equipment to process both types of EBT cards.
How can I apply for the Women, Infant, and Children (WIC) program?
For additional information, go to Colorado SNAP - What you need to know
Contact Us
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Human Services Director
Deb D. Ruttenberg
Human Services Deputy Director
Karen Asato-Chrysler
Main Phone: 970-725-3331
Fax: 970-725-3696
General Email Inquiries
Child Support Services EmailMailing Address
P.O. Box 204
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451Physical Address
129 E. Byers Ave.
Hot Sulphur Springs, CO 80451Hours
Monday - Thursday
8:30 - 5 p.m.
(Closed for lunch 12:30 - 1:30 p.m.)Friday
Walk-ins: 8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
By appt only: 1:30 - 5 p.m.Closed on Holidays