The recent severe storms and widespread power outages have left many families in our community dealing with spoiled food and unexpected financial strain. If your household relies on SNAP benefits and you lost food due to a power outage, flood, or storm damage, you can request replacement SNAP benefits to recover what was lost.
Please share this critical information with your friends, family, and neighbors.
Important Rules to Know:
The 10-Day Deadline: You must request replacement benefits within 10 days of when the power outage or disaster occurred.
The Limit: The law allows you to receive replacement benefits for the exact amount of food you lost—up to one full month’s worth of your standard benefits.
How to Apply:
Complete the Replacement Affidavit Form
Fill out the required form stating how much food was lost. You can download the affidavit form at:
https://www.pa.gov/.../replacement-snap-flyer-english-pa...
Submit the Form
Once completed, upload your form to the COMPASS portal or use the myCOMPASS PA mobile app. You can also turn it in directly to your local County Assistance Office (CAO).
Contact Your Local Office
If you have questions, need assistance obtaining a paper form, or need to report your loss immediately, reach out to your local CAO:
Cumberland County Assistance Office
Phone: 717-240-2700 | Toll-Free: 1-800-269-0173
Dauphin County Assistance Office
Phone: 717-787-2324 | Toll-Free: 1-800-788-5616
Statewide Customer Service Center
Phone: 1-877-395-8930
Our office is always here to help guide you through navigating state resources. Stay safe!
