Meeker CO Medicaid – Food Stamp – Welfare Office
MEDICAID OFFICE | Services: Medicaid provides health care for low-income individuals. (SNAP), which helps low-income families buy food. (TANF), provide assistance to those with little to no income. |
Services at Meeker CO Medicaid – Food Stamp – Welfare Office
The Meeker CO Medicaid – Food Stamp – Welfare Office provides various forms of assistance to individuals and families in need, including the following services:
Medicaid: The office administers Medicaid, which provides health care for low-income individuals and families. It covers a range of medical benefits, including inpatient and outpatient hospital care, physician services, prescription drugs, dental benefits, and mental health care. Medicaid is designed to support those who meet specific citizenship, legal residence, and income requirements.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) – Food Stamps: The office oversees the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which assists low-income families in purchasing food. SNAP benefits are distributed through the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) and are aimed at supporting households that meet certain eligibility criteria.
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF): The welfare programs, including TANF, provide assistance to individuals and families with little or no income. TANF aims to offer temporary financial assistance and support services to help families become self-sufficient.
Contact Information:
- Address: 345 Market Street, Meeker, CO 81641
- Phone: (970) 878-9640
- Fax: (970) 878-4893
- After Hours: (970) 878-9620 (ask for the on-call caseworker)
- Director: Bonnie Ruckman
It’s important to note that the specific services and eligibility criteria for these programs may vary, and individuals seeking assistance are encouraged to directly contact the Meeker CO Medicaid – Food Stamp – Welfare Office for detailed information and guidance.
Rio Blanco – Department of Social Services
Phone: (970) 878-9640
Fax: (970) 878-4893
After Hours: (970) 878-9620 (ask for the on-call caseworker)
Bonnie Ruckman, Director
345 Market Street
Meeker, CO 81641