How to apply for Arkansas DHS county office — St. Francis
Arkansas Department of Human Services — Division of County Operations (DCO)
Who it's for
The Arkansas Department of Human Services (DHS) Division of County Operations serves St. Francis County at the St. Francis County office at 1200 East Broadway, Forrest City (phone 870-633-1242). Offices are open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. DHS county offices process applications for Health Care (Medicaid), SNAP food help and TEA. You can also apply and manage your benefits online at Access.Arkansas.gov. For questions about a case, the Division of County Operations line is 501-682-8375 or 855-372-1084.
DHS decides eligibility for each program; income and other rules differ by program. Office locations change; check the county office list before visiting.
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: 1-870-633-1242
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Arkansas DHS county office — St. Francis. 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
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Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.