SNAP Connect DHS has introduced SNAP Connect to provide customers with more flexibility and convenience when completing an interview as part of their initial application or renewal. With SNAP Connect, customers will be able to call in for their interview at a time and date that is convenient for the customer. A pilot for SNAP Connect will begin in January 2025. Read the full release here: https://dhs.ri.gov/press-releases/ri-dhs-introduces-snap-connect-providing-freedom-beneficiaries-choose-date-and-time
Technology Adoption Days Technology Adoption Days provide customers with weekly opportunities every Wednesday to learn how to access the Customer Portal (healthyrhode.ri.gov) and mobile app. Through this initiative, customers will learn how to make the best use of DHS's digital resources to access and update their cases anytime and anywhere. Read the full release here: https://dhs.ri.gov/press-releases/ri-dhs-launches-technology-adoption-days-mobile-app-and-customer-portal-support
Interpretation Services Available If you are seeking information about DHS programs and services in a language other than English, please be advised that interpretation services and/or interpreters 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.
Appeals Process You have a right to appeal and to receive an administrative fair hearing if you disagree with any agency actions. The Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) Appeals Office conducts administrative appeals hearings in accordance with the requirements of State law. See the appeal instructions and forms below. Also, you may file an appeal (or an expedited appeal) and request Aid Pending by logging into your Account at www.healthyrhode.ri.gov. If you need assistance filing an appeal, please call HealthSource RI at (855) 840-4774. You may also fax your request to (401) 223-6317. Appeal Instructions and Forms Appeals Form - OHHS-121 (English) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Appeals Form - OHHS-121 (Spanish) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes Appeals Form - OHHS-121 (Portuguese) PDF file, less than 1mbmegabytes