Food Stamps/SNAP - Portsmouth, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, Portsmouth Department of Social Services
1701 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23704
Eligibility
Portsmouth City residents. Income restrictions apply. Screening available
at https://commonhelp.virginia.gov
(757) 405-1800
Voice
Languages
Spanish
Application process
There are 3 ways citizens can apply for benefits:
Through the Cover Virginia Call Center at 855-242-8282
Through the Customer Portal called CommonHelp on the Virginia CommonHelp website
Through a paper application retrieved at our building or online
Fees
No fee
Service area
Portsmouth, VA
Program supplying nutritional food to income eligible individuals and their families. Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards are distributed to acquire approved purchases. Individuals may visit the web site to determine eligibility. For lost EBT card call customer service at 866-281-2448. You may also go to your local DSS office to receive a new card.
What's Here
Providing organization
Portsmouth Department of Social Services
Promotes safety and self sufficiency through agency programs and community partnership.