How to apply for Arkansas DHS county office — Sebastian
Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS), Division of County Operations
Who it's for
The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) office for Sebastian County is at 616 Garrison Avenue, Fort Smith, AR 72901-2598. It is open Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call 479-782-4555. DHS county office staff process applications for assistance. You can apply for Health Care (Medicaid), SNAP food benefits and TEA, and manage your benefits, online at Access.Arkansas.gov. For people 65 and older, DHS Health Care programs include full Medicaid coverage for those who meet income and resource rules, the Medicare Savings Program, nursing home care, Living Choices assisted living and ARChoices in-home care.
This office is a place to apply and get help. Each program (Health Care/Medicaid, SNAP, TEA) has its own income and eligibility rules, and Arkansas DHS makes the final decision.
People who qualify for one senior program often qualify for others. See everything you may qualify for — free, no SSN, about five minutes.
Discover my benefitsWhat you'll need
- Call or visit the office to ask what to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-479-782-4555
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Arkansas DHS county office — Sebastian. I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need call or visit the office to ask what to bring — is anything else required? What is the best next step?"
Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.
Renewals
none
Not sure if you qualify? Run a free check first.
Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.