How to apply for Kansas DCF service center — Rice
Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF)
Who it's for
There is no Kansas Department for Children and Families (DCF) service center in Rice County. DCF lists Rice County in its Southwest Region; the closest Southwest Region service centers are in Hutchinson and Great Bend: Hutchinson (1700 E. 11th Ave., Hutchinson, KS 67501, 1-620-663-5731); Great Bend (1305 S. Patton Road, Great Bend, KS 67530, 1-620-792-5324). Kansas DCF handles Food Assistance (SNAP), Cash Assistance, Child Care Assistance and Utilities & Energy Assistance. You can apply online through the DCF self-service portal or call the DCF Benefits Assistance line at 1-888-369-4777.
Each DCF program has its own income and other rules. DCF makes the final decision on Food Assistance, cash and energy help.
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: 1-888-369-4777
What to say when you call
"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Kansas DCF service center — Rice. 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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Discover my benefitsNot legal or financial advice. The agency makes the final eligibility decision.