If you are getting ready to apply Georgia food stamps  here are some tips and suggestions that might help you with your application process. I suggest that you get a small three-ring binder with dividers so that you can keep all your information in one place. This will save you time and energy when you sit down with the food stamp application and later when you sit with a case manager.

What information should I gather when applying for Georgia food stamps?Gather the following items and make copies; keep them all in your binder.
1. You will need Social Security numbers for all of the individuals in your household.
2. Gather and make copies of birth certificates
3. If you are a non-citizen gather immigration documents
4. Marriage certificate if presently married
5. Current bank statements
6. Record of all income (pay check stubs, child support)
7. Receipts of expenses (childcare cost, shelter costs such as rent and utilities)
8. Medical costs such as doctor bills and prescription receipts
9. If you have other people living in your house or apartment you may need a statement from them saying that you buy and eat your food separately. This is important if you are single and want to get the most out of your benefits.

TIP Make different sections in your benefits binder (income, expenses, personal info, My Case) and place the copies of the information in the appropriate section. Make sure to keep this binder in a safe and secure place. You will see that this binder will come in handy; caseworkers have very large caseloads and often misplace and forget things. This binder will ensure that you have all your information in one place so you can provide it when necessary. Any letters or correspondence that you receive from a caseworker, place them in the My Case section of your binder.

Hopefully this will help and make your application for Georgia food stamps a much easier process!

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