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Rhode Island
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on April 26, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in Rhode Island, we recommend that you visit the state's COVID-19 Resource Center website or Rhode Island's Department of Health website.
Description of Program and Relief
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (“SNAP”) and Able-Bodied Adults without Dependents (“ABAWD”) Waiver Changes due to COVID-19
Effective April 1, 2020, the three-month time limit will be lifted for ABAWDs in Rhode Island. This change will apply to all cities and towns throughout the state without regard to whether they had been waived or unwaived. This suspension of the three-month time limit will continue through the end of April.
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Department of Human Services (“DHS”)
Dates Available
Effective April 1, 2020
Eligibility Requirements/Restrictions
However, if an ABAWD had been placed in a work or employment and training program, such as SNAP Education & Training and stops participating without good cause, they will be subject to the three-month time limit. The determination of whether there was good cause, such as a health or safety reason or a training program that has become unavailable due COVID-19, will be made by DHS staff. If good cause is determined, such ABAWD will be able to maintain benefits beyond three months.
Application Deadlines (If Applicable)
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Contact for More Information
DHS Call Center: 1 (855) MY-RIDHS
COVID-19 information line is (401) 222-8022
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