How to apply for Kansas DCF service center — Cherokee
Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)
Who it's for
The Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) lists a service center in Columbus at 215 E. Maple St., phone 620-429-3014. DCF runs Food Assistance (SNAP), cash assistance and the winter LIEAP energy program. You can apply online at any time through the DCF Self-Service Portal. Paper Food Assistance applications are available at your local DCF Service Center, or call toll free 1-888-369-4777. During the LIEAP application period, you can apply online or ask your local DCF Service Center for a paper application for help with home heating costs.
Each program has its own income and other rules. Kansas DCF makes the final decision on Food Assistance, cash assistance and LIEAP.
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 to ask what to bring
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 1-620-429-3014 (DCF benefits line 1-888-369-4777)
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Kansas DCF service center — Cherokee. 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 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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