If you’re an Oregon resident who lost food purchased with SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits due to a natural disaster, there’s good news—you might be eligible for a replacement. The USDA allows states to issue SNAP replacements when severe weather strikes, and Oregon has activated this option. Here’s how you can claim your benefits and what you need to know.
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Eligibility
The replacement program is for those affected by last month’s severe weather in Oregon. If you lost all or part of your food due to events like floods, fires, storms, or even power outages, and you bought that food using SNAP benefits, you may qualify.
Requesting Replacement
The Oregon Department of Human Services (ODHS) provides three easy ways to request SNAP replacement:
- Visit a Local Office
Locate the nearest ODHS office and submit your request in person. Use the ODHS office finder to find a location near you. - Call 800-699-9075
Reach out to the ODHS hotline to request replacement over the phone. - Submit an Online Form
Fill out the SNAP replacement request form, available here. Once completed, email it to oregon.benefits@odhsoha.oregon.gov.
Deadlines
The standard deadline for requesting a SNAP replacement is within ten days of the date your food was lost or destroyed.
Extended Deadline for Certain Counties
If you live in one of the following counties, you have extra time and can request a replacement until December 18, 2024:
- Yamhill
- Washington
- Umatilla
- Tillamook
- Polk
- Multnomah
- Marion
- Malheur
- Linn
- Lincoln
- Lane
- Lake
- Klamath
- Josephine
- Jefferson
- Jackson
- Douglas
- Deschutes
- Coos
- Clatsop
- Clackamas
- Benton
For more details, visit the ODHS official SNAP replacement page.
Take Action Today
If severe weather has impacted your ability to access food purchased with SNAP benefits, don’t wait—act quickly to request a replacement. The process is simple, and assistance is available if you need help navigating the steps.
FAQs
Who qualifies for SNAP replacement in Oregon?
SNAP recipients who lost food due to severe weather.
How can I request a SNAP replacement?
Visit an office, call 800-699-9075, or email the form.
Where can I find the SNAP replacement form?
The form is available at https://sharedsystems.dhsoha.state.or.us/DHSForms/Served/de0349d.pdf.
What is the general deadline for SNAP replacement?
You must request it within 10 days of the loss.
Which counties have an extended SNAP deadline?
Counties like Multnomah, Lane, and Clackamas have until Dec 18.
