WVa DoHS extends deadline to apply for SNAP reimbursement

The West Virginia Department of Human Services (DoHS), Bureau for Family Assistance (BFA) has announced an extended deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefit replacement applications following the damage caused by Hurricane Helene. This extension applies to residents in multiple West Virginia counties affected by the storm on September 27, allowing additional time to request replacements for food purchased with SNAP benefits that was lost during the disaster. The new deadline to submit SNAP replacement requests is October 28. To apply or get further details about eligibility, residents can reach out to their local DoHS office or call the Customer Services Hotline at 1-877-716-1212.