North Branford Social Services

09/15/2026

CAANH H.R. 1 Grocery Card Program — New Haven, CT
The Community Action Agency of New Haven (CAANH) is offering a one‑time $300 grocery card to eligible residents whose SNAP benefits were terminated in Dec. 2025 due to the H.R. 1 work requirement changes
Who Can Qualify
ABAWD status: You must be an Able‑Bodied Adult Without Dependants — age 18–64, physically and mentally able to work, and not living with a dependent child under 14
SNAP loss due to H.R. 1: You must have received a notice that your SNAP benefits ended because of the H.R. 1 work requirement changes
Application: You must meet eligibility during an intake application; the card will be issued via the Ambiko electronic card system
Program Timeline:
Appointments: August 4, 2026 – November 30, 2026
Distribution: Through CAANH and other Connecticut Community Action Agencies; cards will be loaded onto your Ambiko account after eligibility is confirmed
How to Apply
Call CAANH to schedule an appointment:
Phone: (203) 387‑7700
Address: 419 Whalley Ave, New Haven, CT 06511
Website: www.caanh.net
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Complete the intake application (available via CAANH’s site or during your appointment)
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Eligibility review: CAANH staff will confirm your ABAWD status and SNAP loss reason
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Card issuance: If approved, your $300 grocery card will be loaded onto your Ambiko account
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Other Notes
This is a one‑time program; no repeat eligibility is expected
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If you live in towns served by other agencies (e.g., Waterbury, Torrington), contact those agencies directly
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Hours: Mon–Fri 9 am–5 pm; closed weekends
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Tip: Call ahead to confirm your appointment date and required documents (e.g., ID, proof of address, SNAP termination notice)
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For more details or to start your application, visit CAANH’s H.R. 1 Grocery Card Program page

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