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Department of Family Services Alert:

CONTACT INFORMATION: Monday–Friday 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Phone 703-324-7500 TTY 711
DFSMyCase@fairfaxcounty.gov
Multiple Locations - Main Office: 12011 Government Center Parkway, Pennino Building
Fairfax, VA 22035
Lisa Tatum
Director

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  • Public Assistance and Employment Services Homepage
  • Employment and Training
  • Financial and Medical Assistance
  • Changes to SNAP and Medicaid
  • Medicaid (Medical Assistance)
  • Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
  • Public Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities
  • PAES News
  • Request PAES At Your Event
  • September is Hunger Action Month
  • September is Workforce Development Month

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SNAP Forward Fairfax – Community Engagement Toolkit

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SNAP logoYou can help raise awareness about SNAP Forward Fairfax. Use the messages, graphics, newsletter and email text, and flyers below to spread the word. 

Check out the talking points and easy-to-use tools for Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and Instagram postings.

Social Media Tip: It's more effective to post a message with a graphic.

 

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Newsletter Template

Fairfax County Department of Family Services is committed to supporting eligible residents in accessing food to avoid experiencing hunger and maximizing their amount of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The SNAP Forward Fairfax campaign has information and resources to help you complete your SNAP renewals and reports correctly so we can reduce delays and make sure you get the right benefit at the right time.  

A successful SNAP application or renewal starts with careful preparation. To avoid delays in receiving benefits, take the time to complete your application or renewal accurately and on time. Double-check all the information you provide and be sure to include any required documents. Submitting your materials before the deadline is key! You can apply or renew online, by email, or by mail—whichever is easiest for you. 

By paying attention to the details, you’re not just helping your household get the most SNAP benefits you qualify for; you’re helping us build a strong, efficient program that gets resources into the hands of those who need them most. SNAP Forward Fairfax is here to support you every step of the way, and together, we can make a difference. 

Stay tuned for more tips and resources to help you navigate SNAP with confidence. Remember: a little extra care now ensures you get the right support when you need it most. Together, we can fight food insecurity and move SNAP forward—for you and your family. Let’s move SNAP forward, the right way! 

For more information and assistance, visit the SNAP Forward Fairfax webpage or connect with the Fairfax County Department of Family Services today. 

Email Template

Subject: SNAP Forward Fairfax—Helping You Get the Right Amount of SNAP Benefits 

Fairfax County Department of Family Services is committed to supporting eligible residents in accessing food to avoid experiencing hunger and maximizing their amount of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits. The SNAP Forward Fairfax campaign has information and resources to help you complete your SNAP renewals and reports correctly so we can reduce delays and make sure you get the right benefit at the right time.  

A successful SNAP application or renewal starts with careful preparation. To avoid delays in receiving benefits, take the time to complete your application or renewal accurately and on time. Double-check all the information you provide and be sure to include any required documents. Submitting your materials before the deadline is key! You can apply or renew online, by email, or by mail—whichever is easiest for you. 

By paying attention to the details, you’re not just helping your household get the most SNAP benefits you qualify for; you’re helping us build a strong, efficient program that gets resources into the hands of those who need them most. SNAP Forward Fairfax is here to support you every step of the way, and together, we can make a difference. 

Stay tuned for more tips and resources to help you navigate SNAP with confidence. Remember: a little extra care now ensures you get the right support when you need it most. Together, we can fight food insecurity and move SNAP forward—for you and your family. Let’s move SNAP forward, the right way! 

For more information and assistance, visit the SNAP Forward Fairfax webpage or connect with the Fairfax County Department of Family Services today. 

Social Media

Sample Posts

Follow these quick and easy steps to copy a message and post it along with one of the graphics from your computer.

  1. Highlight the text.
  2. Right-click and select copy.
  3. Paste the text into your post.

Don’t miss out on the benefits you deserve! Complete your SNAP application or renewal carefully & on time to avoid delays. Double-check info, include needed documents, and submit online, by email, or by mail before the deadline. A little extra care ensures you get the right support when you need it most! Learn more: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD 

Don’t let your SNAP benefits lapse! Even if nothing’s changed with your income or household, you must complete your interim report & renewal before they expire. Stay ahead, renew on time, and keep your food support uninterrupted. Learn more: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD

Discover #SNAPForwardFairfax—our campaign to boost payment accuracy & ensure timely SNAP benefits for those who need them most. Together, we're building a stronger program to support eligible participants & fight food insecurity. Let's move SNAP forward, the right way! Learn more: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD

Sample Posts

Follow these quick and easy steps to copy a message and post it along with one of the graphics from your computer.

  1. Highlight the text.
  2. Right-click and select copy.
  3. Paste the text into your post.

¡No deje de recibir los beneficios que le corresponden! Complete su solicitud o renovación de SNAP con cuidado y dentro del plazo establecido para evitar demoras. Verifique bien la información, incluya los documentos requeridos y envíe su solicitud en línea, por correo electrónico o por correo postal antes de la fecha límite. ¡Un poco más de atención ahora garantiza que recibirá la ayuda correcta cuando más la necesite! Más información: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD 

¡No deje que se interrumpan sus beneficios de SNAP! Aunque no haya tenido cambios en sus ingresos o en su hogar, debe completar su informe provisional y la renovación antes de su vencimiento. Manténgase al día, renueve a tiempo y continúe recibiendo su ayuda alimentaria sin contratiempos. Más información: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD

Conozca #SNAPForwardFairfax, nuestra campaña para mejorar la precisión de los pagos y garantizar que las personas que más lo necesitan reciban a tiempo los beneficios de SNAP. Juntos fortalecemos el programa para apoyar a quienes lo necesitan y combatir la inseguridad alimentaria. ¡Hagamos avanzar SNAP de la manera correcta! Más información: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD 

Sample Posts

Follow these quick and easy steps to copy a message and post it along with one of the graphics from your computer.

  1. Highlight the text.
  2. Right-click and select copy.
  3. Paste the text into your post.

받을 수 있는 SNAP 혜택을 놓치지 마세요! 신청서 또는 갱신 서류를 꼼꼼하게 작성하고 기한 내에 제출하면 처리 지연을 예방할 수 있습니다. 정보를 한 번 더 확인하고, 필요한 서류를 모두 첨부해 온라인, 이메일 또는 우편으로 마감일 전에 제출하세요. 조금만 더 꼼꼼히 준비하면, 꼭 필요한 순간에 필요한 지원을 제때 받을 수 있습니다! 
더 자세한 정보로 바로가기: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD

SNAP 혜택이 중단되지 않도록 주의하세요! 소득이나 가구 상황에 변화가 없더라도, 중간 보고와 갱신 절차를 기한 내에 반드시 완료해야 합니다. 미리 준비해 제때 갱신하고, 식료품 지원을 계속해서 받으세요. 
더 자세한 정보로 바로가기: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD

#SNAPForwardFairfax 캠페인을 소개합니다—이 캠페인은 SNAP 지급의 정확성을 높이고, 도움이 꼭 필요한 분들께 혜택이 제때 전달되도록 돕기 위한 노력입니다. 자격이 있는 참여자를 지원하고 식량 불안정을 줄이기 위해, 함께 더 탄탄한 SNAP 프로그램을 만들어갑니다. SNAP 혜택, 올바른 절차로 계속 이어가세요! 
더 자세한 정보로 바로가기: https://bit.ly/SNAP-FORWARD

Graphics for Social Media

Follow these quick and easy steps to download a file to your computer:

  1. Click on the graphic.
  2. After it opens, right-click on the graphic and select to save the file.

 SNAP Forward Fairfax-Social Graphic 1  SNAP Forward Fairfax-Social Graphic 2

SNAP Forward Fairfax-Social Graphic 3  SNAP Forward Fairfax-Social Graphic 4

Graphics for Social Media

Follow these quick and easy steps to download a file to your computer:

  1. Click on the graphic.
  2. After it opens, right-click on the graphic and select to save the file.

 SNAP Forward Fairfax-Spanish Social Graphic 1  SNAP Forward Fairfax-Spanish Social Graphic 2

SNAP Forward Fairfax-Spanish Social Graphic 3  SNAP Forward Fairfax-Spanish Social Graphic 4

Graphics for Social Media

Follow these quick and easy steps to download a file to your computer:

  1. Click on the graphic.
  2. After it opens, right-click on the graphic and select to save the file.

 SNAP Forward Fairfax-Korean Social Graphic 1  SNAP Forward Fairfax-Korean Social Graphic 2

SNAP Forward Fairfax-Korean Social Graphic 3  SNAP Forward Fairfax-Korean Social Graphic 4

Resources

SNAP Forward Fairfax Flyers:

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  • Urdu
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SNAP Forward Fairfax Expenses Flyers:

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