SUPPLEMENTAL NUTRITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (SNAP)
MEDICAL PROGRAMS
TEMPORARY ASSISTANCE FOR NEEDY FAMILIES (TANF)
(01/09 - pdf file)
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The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
is a federally funded program that helps low-income families buy nutritious food from local retailers. SNAP assistance is available to qualifying families, elderly people, and single adults.
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Medical Assistance Programs
The Nevada State (Division of Welfare and Supportive Services) offers medical insurance through a number of programs for individuals and families. Some of this coverage is free to you, and some requires a small fee. The services provided may include doctor visits, prescriptions, dental care, eye exams and glasses, therapies, to name a few.
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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Includes TANF related medical assistance. TANF provides assistance to needy families so children may be cared for in their homes or in the homes of relatives, and provides parents/caretakers with job preparation, work opportunities and support services to enable them to leave the program and become self-sufficient.
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 22 January 2009 )
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Eligibility & Payments 
