Applying for public assistance benefits is free. If you believe you have been charged a fee inappropriately or have suspected fraud to report, please do so here. The quickest way to make changes or check the status of your Government Assistance, while avoiding a wait time, is to use the MyACCESS Portal, which is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
In addition to around the clock access to your case, you can also submit requested verification to the Department using the document upload feature on your MyACCESS account. Log into your account. If you have not registered for an account register here today. The channel features a range of tutorials, covering topics such as how to apply for Government Assistance, how to link a case, how to create an account, how to report a change, and more. You can also get information about your application or benefits by using our automated response system at Your case number or Social Security Number and date of birth are required to access your case information.
On average, it takes about 30 minutes for most of our customers to complete the online application. This is the quickest way to apply.
Once you finish filling out the application, you may submit it to DCF automatically by using our e-signature option. It may take up to 30 days to process your application longer if you need a disability determination. We encourage you to opt-in for email notifications. Once you opt in, you will receive an email alert when we post a notice in your account.
If you do not sign up for email notification we will send your notices by post. More services are available to you from other agencies and organizations. Click here to see a list of other state and federal programs you may find helpful. If you have difficulty understanding English because you do not speak English or have a disability, please let us know.
