Rhode Island Works Update Rhode Island Works beneficiaries will see an approximate 20% increase in benefits and up to $112.50 in additional income as a result of being able to keep a larger share of earned income. These changes were recently approved in the state budget. Amounts issued will vary by household circumstances. Beneficiaries of RI Works should refer to their specific notice for more details. Additional information is available online.
Call Center Update The Call Center has expanded the options available at 1-855-697-4347 when callers select menu option 2. Starting July 2024, callers using option 2 can now receive on-the-go information on their Rhode Island Works, Child Care Assistance, and General Public Assistance cases. This is in addition to the information already available for SNAP and Medicaid cases. Learn more about the improved functionality here: https://dhs.ri.gov/resources
Voter Registration for Upcoming Elections The Board of Elections is reminding residents about upcoming election deadlines for voting. In order to vote in the State Primary, residents must be registered to vote by August 11. The deadline to register to vote in the statewide general election is October 6. Registering to vote can be done online here: https://vote.sos.ri.gov/
Attention RI SNAP Beneficiaries Please be aware there is currently fraudulent activity taking place in other states affecting SNAP Benefits on EBT cards. While we do not believe there is any activity of this nature currently taking place in Rhode Island, please be advised you will never be asked to sign up for instant cash benefits or be asked to provide personal information, your card number, or PIN. If you ever receive a call, email, text, or social media invitation to do so, never click any links or provide the requested information.Please know, ebtEdge will never request this type of information from you. Please remember to protect yourself by changing your PIN frequently – using a different PIN each time – or by freezing your card. If you are uncertain about or confused by a suspicious inquiry, please contact DHS and call the EBT customer service line at 1-888-979-9939 to change your PIN. You can find more information on how best to protect yourself from possible SNAP-related fraud here.
Translation Services Available If you are seeking information about DHS programs and services in a language other than English, translation services are available to you at no cost. Persons with disabilities requiring another form of communication, such as auxiliary aids for hearing and the visually impaired, can inform DHS about their needs so appropriate accommodations can be made.
An Organization of Opportunity Through the compassionate delivery of critical safety net and other supportive services, the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) is committed to ensuring that individuals and families in Rhode Island have access to the supports they need to achieve their goals. Learn More About DHS Press Releases All press releases DHS Recognizes SNAP Outreach Community Partners Tuesday, July 09, 2024 The Rhode Island Department of Human Services recently recognized a number of community-based organizations for their partnership in helping Rhode Islanders learn about the availability, applicatio ... Read article Governor McKee, DHS Announce Additional Food Benefits (SUN Bucks) for Eligible Children this Summer Monday, June 17, 2024 Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS), and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) announced today that the State is issui ... Read article RI Head Start Programs & RI Pre-K Lottery Accepting Applications for Upcoming School Year Monday, June 10, 2024 The Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) would like to remind pregnant women and families with children ages birth to age five that Head Start programs are accepting applications f ... Read article All press releases SNAP: Nutrition Assistance Program Information Program Eligibility EBT Card Apply Now Learn About P-EBT Report Fraud DHS Customer Portal Other Programs Child Care and CCAP RI Works (Cash Assistance) Energy Assistance Programs Long Term Services & Supports General Public Assistance (GPA) All Programs
DHS Recognizes SNAP Outreach Community Partners Tuesday, July 09, 2024 The Rhode Island Department of Human Services recently recognized a number of community-based organizations for their partnership in helping Rhode Islanders learn about the availability, applicatio ... Read article
Governor McKee, DHS Announce Additional Food Benefits (SUN Bucks) for Eligible Children this Summer Monday, June 17, 2024 Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS), and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) announced today that the State is issui ... Read article
RI Head Start Programs & RI Pre-K Lottery Accepting Applications for Upcoming School Year Monday, June 10, 2024 The Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) would like to remind pregnant women and families with children ages birth to age five that Head Start programs are accepting applications f ... Read article
SNAP: Nutrition Assistance Program Information Program Eligibility EBT Card Apply Now Learn About P-EBT
Other Programs Child Care and CCAP RI Works (Cash Assistance) Energy Assistance Programs Long Term Services & Supports General Public Assistance (GPA) All Programs