WorksheetsSNAP and SUNBUCKS Review
Total questions: 69
Worksheet time: 35mins
What is the Max GROSS Monthly Eligibility Standard (130% Poverty) for a household size of 4?
$3250
$2137
$3807
$4921
What is the Max NET Monthly Income Eligibility Standard for a household size of 6?
$3357
$2929
$2500
$2072
As of 10/1/23, what is the Max SNAP allotment for a household size of 3?
$766
$535
$973
$1155
How much does the Max GROSS Monthly Eligibility Standard increase for each additional member?
$557
$429
$219
$291
What is the Max SNAP allotment as of 10/1/23 for a household size of 7?
$1582
$1751
$1386
$973
Which of the following is an eligibility requirement for certification according to the Department of Children & Family Services?
Resident of Texas
Resident of Louisiana
Resident of California
Resident of Florida
What documentation is required for U.S. citizens or aliens to meet the eligibility requirements?
Verifiable USCIS documentation
Driver's license
Birth certificate
Passport
What must be provided or applied for each household member before certification?
Birth certificates
Social Security Numbers (SSNs)
Driver's licenses
Proof of income
What is one of the requirements for SNAP applicants?
Register for work with the Louisiana Workforce Commission (LWC)
Register for work with the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC)
Register for work with the California Workforce Commission (CWC)
Register for work with the Florida Workforce Commission (FWC)
Which program must SNAP applicants participate in for employment and training?
Texas Job Employment and Training (TeJET)
California Job Employment and Training (CaJET)
Louisiana Job Employment and Training (LaJET)
Florida Job Employment and Training (FlJET)
Who is exempt from meeting the SNAP applicant requirements?
Applicants given exemption from their caseworker
Applicants given exemption from their employer
Applicants given exemption from their family
Applicants given exemption from their friends
How can an applicant apply for SNAP online?
By visiting www.dcfs.la.gov/cafe and creating a CAFE account
By sending an email to DCFS
By calling the DCFS office
By visiting the local DCFS office
What must an applicant do after visiting www.dcfs.la.gov/cafe to apply for SNAP?
Create a CAFE account
Download a form
Call the DCFS office
Visit the local DCFS office
What information is provided upon submission of the SNAP application online?
Application ID number
Approval letter
Interview schedule
Payment details
Where can an applicant download the SNAP application form?
www.dcfs.la.gov
www.snap.gov
www.foodassistance.gov
www.benefits.gov
To which address should the completed SNAP application be mailed?
DCFS-DPC, P.O. Box 260031, Baton Rouge, LA 70826
DCFS-DPC, P.O. Box 123456, New Orleans, LA 70112
DCFS-DPC, P.O. Box 789012, Shreveport, LA 71101
DCFS-DPC, P.O. Box 345678, Lafayette, LA 70501
How long will it take to receive the application if a paper application is requested?
3-5 business days
1-2 business days
7-10 business days
10-15 business days
Which of the following is NOT a method to apply for SNAP as mentioned in the document?
In person at local DCFS office
By email
By phone at LAHELP-U
Fax application to 225-663-3164
What must be included on each fax page when applying for SNAP?
Applicant's address
Applicant's phone number
SSN or Case ID
Applicant's email
What is the phone number provided for applying for SNAP by phone?
1-888-524-3578
1-888-663-3164
1-888-225-5243
1-888-316-4578
What are the hours during which you can call the interview number?
8 am – 2 pm, Monday - Friday
9 am – 5 pm, Monday - Friday
8 am – 2 pm, Monday - Saturday
9 am – 5 pm, Monday - Saturday
How is the eligibility interview conducted?
In person
Via phone
Via email
Via video call
What should be done after the interview?
Schedule another interview
Submit documents in person
Advise of documents needed/qualification of expedited benefits
Wait for a follow-up call
Which of the following documents can be used to verify identity?
Birth certificate
Driver’s license
Social Security card
USCIS documentation
What type of document is required to verify age or relationship?
School ID
Benefits card
Birth certificate
Paystubs
Which document is needed to verify Social Security Number?
Birth records
Employer’s statement
Copy of Social Security card
Driver’s license
What documentation is required to verify alien status?
Birth papers
USCIS documentation
School ID
Last 4 paystubs
Which of the following can be used to verify wages?
Birth certificate
Social Security card
Benefits card
Last 4 paystubs
Which of the following documents can be used to verify self-employment for eligibility?
Child support records
Pharmacy printouts
Tax returns (schedule c)
Proof of residency
What type of document is required to verify other income for eligibility?
Landlord’s statement
Child support records
Sales records
Receipts
Which of the following is needed to verify recent income for eligibility?
Income stopped within 3 months
Pharmacy printouts
Landlord’s statement
Sales records
What type of document is required to verify medical expenses for eligibility?
Tax returns
Child support records
Receipts
Proof of residency
Which document can be used to verify home eligibility?
Pharmacy printouts
Landlord’s statement
Sales records
Child support records
Which of the following is NOT a method for submitting verifications to the Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)?
Upload through Café
Fax to 225.663.6164
Dropoff at DCFS local office
Email to DCFS support
What is the fax number for submitting verifications to the Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)?
225.663.6164
225.663.6165
225.663.6166
225.663.6167
Where can you mail your verifications for the Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)?
PO BOX 260031, Baton Rouge, LA 70826
PO BOX 260032, Baton Rouge, LA 70826
PO BOX 260033, Baton Rouge, LA 70826
PO BOX 260034, Baton Rouge, LA 70826
Which of the following is a valid method to submit verifications to the Department of Children & Family Services (DCFS)?
Upload through Café
Submit through a mobile app
Send via email
Submit through a website form
How many days from the date the application is received does the eligibility process take?
15 days
30 days
45 days
60 days
What is the maximum time for expedited delivery in the eligibility process?
3 days
5 days
7 days
10 days
Which of the following is NOT included in the notice of eligibility decision sent to the household?
Monthly benefit amount
Date benefits available
Certification period
Application submission date
What is the usual certification period for the cases mentioned in the note?
6 months
1 year
2 years
3 years
On which date do households with SS# ending with 3 receive their SNAP benefits?
5th of the month
11th of the month
13th of the month
15th of the month
What is the SNAP benefit issuance date for households with SS# ending with 7?
17th of the month
19th of the month
21st of the month
23rd of the month
Households with SS# ending with 0 receive their SNAP benefits on which date?
1st - 4th of the month
5th of the month
7th of the month
9th of the month
Which group receives their SNAP benefits between the 1st and 4th of the month?
SS# ending with 1
SS# ending with 2
Elderly or Disabled
SS# ending with 3
If a household's SS# ends with 9, when will they receive their SNAP benefits?
19th of the month
21st of the month
23rd of the month
25th of the month
What does the Simplified Report (SR) inform the state about?
Changes to income and circumstances
Changes to employment status
Changes to residency
Changes to family size
When must the Simplified Report (SR) be submitted to DCFS?
By the 1st of the report month
By the 5th of the report month
By the 10th of the report month
By the 15th of the report month
Where can the Simplified Report (SR) be submitted?
Online at www.dcfs.la.gov/cafe
By phone
By email
By fax
What is the purpose of the SNAP Interview Line mentioned in the Simplified Report (SR) document?
To schedule interviews for SNAP benefits
To submit the Simplified Report
To request a paper application
To verify employment status
How long will it take to receive a paper application if requested?
1-2 business days
3-4 business days
5-7 business days
8-10 business days
When does the Simplified Report (SR) close if not received?
First day of the month of SR
Last day of the month of SR
Second to last day of the month of SR
First day of the following month
Under what conditions can the Simplified Report (SR) be reopened?
If eligibility requirements are met and SR and verification is received by the last day of the calendar month following SR month
If eligibility requirements are met and SR and verification is received by the first day of the calendar month following SR month
If eligibility requirements are met and SR and verification is received by the second to last day of the calendar month following SR month
If eligibility requirements are met and SR and verification is received by the last day of the SR month
When is the reapplication for benefits due?
At the beginning of the certification period
At the end of the certification period
On the 15th day of the first month
On the 1st day of the last month
What additional steps are required during the reapplication process for benefits?
In-person interview and verifications
Online survey and verifications
Additional phone interview and verifications
No additional steps are required
Where can applications for reapplication be submitted?
www.dcfs.la.gov/cafe
Local grocery store
Post office
School administration office
What happens if the 15th day of the last month of the certification period falls on a weekend or holiday?
The reapplication is due the previous working day
The reapplication is due the next working day
The reapplication is due the same day
The reapplication is not accepted
What is the consequence if the signed reapplication is not received on time?
The benefits will be extended automatically
The redetermination will close, causing the customer to submit a new application for assistance
The customer will receive a warning
The customer will be fined
What will the notice of decision include if an applicant is not eligible for SNAP?
The amount of benefits they will receive
The reason for rejection/denial
The date of the next application period
The contact information for the caseworker
What can a client do if they do not agree with the decision made on their SNAP application?
Reapply immediately
Contact their local representative
Apply for a Fair Hearing
Submit a complaint to the Department of Children & Family Services
What are SUN Bucks?
A type of cryptocurrency
Grocery-buying benefits for low-income families with school-aged children
A reward program for students with good grades
A summer camp program
How will SUN Bucks be issued?
In a single phase in December
In three phases beginning in June
In two phases beginning in July
In four phases beginning in May
How much will each eligible child receive and when?
(a)
How long do SUN Bucks last?
90 days from the date of issue
150 days from the date of issue
122 days from the date of issue
200 days from the date of issue
Who will receive SUN Bucks automatically without needing to apply?
Children experiencing homelessness
Children whose families received SNAP or FITAP benefits during the 2023-24 school year
Migrant children
Children who receive free or reduced-price school meals but did not complete an NSLP application
Which children need to apply to receive SUN Bucks?
Children receiving Medicaid
Children whose families received SNAP or FITAP benefits during the 2023-24 school year
Children experiencing homelessness
Children who applied and were individually approved to receive free or reduced-price school meals through the NSLP
When will the first issuance of SUN Bucks be?
6/18/23
6/18/24
6/18/25
6/18/26
Where will the funds for SUN Bucks be available?
On the Medicaid cards
On the SNAP cards
On the NSLP cards
On the FITAP cards
Which children are eligible for SUN Bucks without needing to apply?
Children experiencing homelessness
Migrant children
Children receiving Medicaid
Children who receive free or reduced-price school meals but did not complete an NSLP application
