How to apply for Kansas DCF benefits (Food Assistance, cash, LIEAP) — Washington

Who it's for

Kansas DCF (the Department for Children and Families) does not list a service center in Washington County. The closest DCF service centers are in Marysville (406 N. 3rd St., Suite 2, Marysville, KS 66508; phone 785-562-5338) and Concordia (1501 E. 6th St., Concordia, KS 66901; phone 785-243-4671). DCF runs Food Assistance (SNAP), cash assistance and the Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LIEAP). LIEAP pays part of winter home heating costs once a year for households with gross income at or below 150% of the federal poverty level. You can apply online through the DCF Self-Service Portal, or call DCF Benefits Assistance at 1-888-369-4777 for food, cash and child care assistance. LIEAP is open only during its winter application period; during that time you can apply online or ask your local DCF Service Center for a paper application.

What you'll need

• Call or visit to ask what to bring

Where to apply

What to say when you call

"Hello, I'm calling to ask about Kansas DCF benefits (Food Assistance, cash, LIEAP) — Washington. 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

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