Food Stamps, Cash Assistance
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Where to Find an Attorney for Specific Legal Advice
All legal service programs in Arizona differ, and their criteria for accepting cases vary as well. Find out what programs are available and where to go for assistance.
Nutrition Support Services and Food Stamps
There are many food service support resources in your community. Find out more information about where you can go to get hot meals, food stamps and emergency assistance in your area.
Jobs Program For People Who Receive Cash Assistance
Jobs is a Department of Economic Security (DES) program designed to help persons who receive cash assistance prepare for and find a job. Most adult and teen parents who receive cash assistance must work with Jobs to keep getting cash.
by: Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.
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The Food Stamp and Cash Assistance Program: Overpayments
If DES gives you too much money or too many food stamps, it is called an overpayment. Even if it is not your fault that you were overpaid, DES may still collect the overpayment from you.
by: Southern Arizona Legal Aid, Inc.
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The Food Stamp Program: Income and Deductions
To qualify for food stamps, you must have less income than the food stamp income limits. Some income does not count.
The Cash Assistance Program and Child Support
There are many children who are not getting support from both parents. If you are not getting child support for your children, this article may give you information that will help you.
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