Medicaid – Food Stamp Office 3rd & Hazel St. Newport, AR 72112 Phone 870-523-9828 Fax 870-523-6107

Services: Medicaid, food stamps (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP), and welfare.

Certainly! In Newport, Arkansas, you can find services related to Medicaid, food stamps (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP), and welfare. Here are some details:

1. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP):
   • SNAP provides food assistance to eligible households to cover a portion of their food budget.
   • Benefits are distributed through an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card.
   • SNAP benefits can be used to buy eligible food items for eating at home, including seeds and plants that produce food.
   • Farmers markets and eligible retailers accept SNAP benefits.
   • The program also offers nutrition education, employment and training, and work experience for recipients.
   • Starting July 1, 2023, the SNAP Time Limit Rules will resume.
   • If you’re interested in gaining new skills or participating in educational/training programs, reach out to your DHS eligibility worker or one of the E&T providers listed here.
2. Jackson County DHS Office Newport:
   • This local county Social Services Department manages various public assistance programs, including Medicaid, ARKids, nutrition assistance, cash assistance, and child care assistance.
   • You can apply for these services at the office or online.
3. Human Services Department:
   • Offers programs like Medicaid, ARHOME, ARKids, and ARCHOICES.
   • You can apply online, by mail, over the phone, or in person.
   • The office address is 1422 Highway 367 N, Newport, AR 72112, and their phone number is (870) 523-9828.
   • Operating hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

If you need further assistance or have specific questions, feel free to reach out to the relevant office or visit the Access Arkansas website for more information.

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Managed care: Medicaid Fee-for-service: Medicaid Medicaid for Adults with Disabilities (MED-D) Medicaid for Children and Families Medicaid for the Elderly and Disabled: Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS)

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