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Benefits and practical help in District of Columbia

District Direct accepts SNAP and Medicaid applications for D.C. residents. This is Washington, D.C., not Washington state.

Start with food or health coverage

This center covers application routes for SNAP and Medicaid and links to practical guides for other needs. Each program makes its own eligibility decision. A listed office or website does not guarantee admission, funding or services in your language.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)

District of Columbia Department of Human Services, Economic Security Administration

Official application directions reviewed. We did not submit an application or confirm an individual office appointment.

Read the application guide

Official application instructions

D.C. Medicaid

District of Columbia Department of Health Care Finance; DHS Economic Security Administration for applications

Official application directions reviewed. We did not submit an application or confirm an individual office appointment.

Read the application guide

Official application instructions

Find the office that handles your area

The correct office can depend on your county, city, program or type of coverage. Use the official locator and check the instructions on your notice.

D.C. DHS Service Centers

Who this route is for
District residents applying for or managing public assistance.
Area covered
District of Columbia; check current operating status in the directory.
Cost information
Application-help charges were not confirmed. Ask before accepting any paid service.
Language information
Ask for your preferred language and any communication support before visiting.
How to contact the service
Public Benefits Call Center: 202-727-5355; TTY 711.

Source checked: 2026-09-14

Help with other needs

These guides explain the next action. Confirm local availability and conditions with the service.

Sources and scope

Find social support, one task at a time

Choose the problem you need to solve. Find what to prepare, who to contact and another route if the first option does not work.

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