Texas Benefits

These programs help cover basic needs like food, healthcare, and income support, making it easier for individuals and families to stay stable while working toward employment and independence.

• SNAP (Food Stamps): Monthly money for groceries on a card

• TANF (Cash Assistance): Monthly cash help for families with children

• Health Care (Medicaid/CHIP): Free or low-cost doctor visits, medicine, and hospital care

• Support Services: Help with childcare, job programs, and other resources

• WIC: Food and nutrition support for pregnant women, moms, and young children

Many factors influence eligibility, there is a prescreening tool if you would like to know if you MIGHT qualify you may click here.

You may apply directly here, if you don’t have an account you may need to create one.

Tips when applying for benefits

Be ready to answer questions about everyone applying such as:

• Social Security number and birth date

• Citizenship or immigration status

• Money from jobs and other sources

• The value of cars and other property

• Costs you pay for bills

In order to manage your benefits you can download the app:“Your Texas Benefits”