Individuals and families facing financial challenges and in need of nutritional support can find a beacon of hope through the Department of Human Services, particularly with the introduction of the DHS 1240 form in Hawaii. This document serves as the gateway to applying for Financial Assistance and the Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), previously known as the Food Stamp Program. Completing this form marks the first step toward receiving the assistance many need to navigate through tough times. Eligibility criteria hinge on the details provided in this application, with signatures required on multiple pages to ensure compliance and integrity of the information given. The form outlines the necessity for an interview, either in person or over the phone, as a prerequisite for receiving benefits, ensuring that applicants meet the requirements. It also touches on the provision that children in households receiving SNAP or Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits automatically qualify for free meals at school, highlighting the interconnected benefits aimed at lifting families out of financial hardship. For non-English speakers or those with limited English proficiency, the form offers guidance on accessing interpretation services, ensuring that language barriers do not impede the application process. Additionally, the DHS 1240 form makes provisions for emergency assistance, signifying swift actions for those in immediate need, underlining the commitment of the DHS to serve as a lifeline for the community.
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Form Name | Dhs 1240 Form |
| Form Length | 18 pages |
| Fillable? | No |
| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 4 min 30 sec |
| Other names | hawaii snap form, hawaii application assistance, hawaii application snap, hawaii ebt application |
STATE Department
OF HAWAII
of Human Services
BENEFIT, EMPLOYMENT, AND SUPPORT SERVICES DIVISION
Application for Financial and SNAP Assistance
IMPORTANT INFORMATION WHEN APPLYING
FOR PUBLIC ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS
IF YOU ARE APPLYING FOR:
Financial Assistance only
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) only (formerly the Food Stamp Program)
Financial Assistance and SNAP
SIGNATURES REQUIRED ON PAGES:
1, 3 and 11
1, 3 and 11
1, 3 and 11
If any member of your household receives SNAP or TANF benefits, then all children in your household are eligible for free school meals if their school participates in the USDA meal program. Please call the child’s school if you have questions about the School Lunch Program including:
•You think your child should get free meals but does not receive them;
•You do not want your child to receive free school meals; or
•You have questions about the USDA meal programs.
Information about TANF and other public assistance programs can be found on the Department of Human Services website: http ://hurnanserviceslhawaii . gov/bessd/
DHS 1240 (7/12)