Maine DHHS Office for Family Independence

06/10/2026

Starting today, it's issuance week for SNAP; what does that mean?
⬆️High call volume
🕜Possible longer wait times
📅If your business can wait, we suggest calling next week when volume might be lower

Wondering when your benefits will hit? It all depends on the last digit of your birthday! 🎂

✅ Birthday ends in 0 or 9 → Benefits available on the 10th
✅ Birthday ends in 1 or 8 → Benefits available on the 11th
✅ Birthday ends in 2 or 3 → Benefits available on the 12th
✅ Birthday ends in 4 or 7 → Benefits available on the 13th
✅ Birthday ends in 5 or 6 → Benefits available on the 14th

06/07/2026

Need a copy of your benefit history? You can now download a printer-friendly Benefit History report from your online account!

Just sign in, go to the Benefits tab on your Dashboard, and click Benefit History to download your report.

Your report may include:
• MaineCare, SNAP, and TANF benefits from the past 12 months
• Whether each benefit is open or closed
• Start and end dates (when available)
• Monthly benefit payment amounts

Only benefits received in the past 12 months will appear. One-time or extra payments are not included.

06/05/2026

Looking for information about MaineCare eligibility?

Take a look at the Guide to MaineCare programs. In it, you will find descriptions of the different ways that someone may be eligible for MaineCare.

It also includes helpful resources and answers to common questions so you can make informed health care decisions. 💙

Find it on our website athttps://www.maine.gov/dhhs/sites/maine.gov.dhhs/files/inline-files/Guide%20to%20MaineCare%20Programs_April%202026.pdf

06/03/2026

Did you know that you can use SNAP at your local farmer's market to buy food and food-producing seeds and seedlings?

Find your local market with the Maine Federation of Farmers' Markets and boost your spendable SNAP with Maine Harvest Bucks!

June is all about vibrant produce! 🍅🍑🥭🫛

The best place to find fresh fruits and vegetables is your local farmers market. Use USDA's Local Food Directory to find a market near you ➡ usdalocalfoodportal.com

06/03/2026

📱 Ever sent a call straight to voicemail because you didn’t recognize the number? Oops. 😅

Never miss an important call from OFI! Add our number to your contacts today so you’ll know it’s us when we reach out. We'll be calling from 1-855-797-4357.

Your future self will thank you. 😉

06/02/2026

SUN Bucks is a one-time $120 grocery benefit for kids during school summer vacation.

➡️Most eligible kids are automatically enrolled for SUN Bucks.⬅️

If eligible, the benefit gets automatically loaded on a debit-like card that can be used to buy nutritious food during the summer months when schools are out.

For more information: https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/programs-services/foodsupplement/sun_bucks

05/28/2026

No, we’re not trying to sell you extended car warranties. 🚗❌ This text from OFI is real!

We’re sending text reminders to help you remember to report changes to us. Quick updates = fewer headaches later.

You can report changes 24/7/365 at www.mymaineconnection.gov or Monday-Friday, 7am-4pm at 1-855-797-4357.

05/23/2026

Friendly reminder: All state offices, including OFI, will be closed on Memorial Day for the holiday. We will reopen on the next business day.

Thank you, and we hope you have a safe and meaningful holiday.

You can report changes and apply for benefits any time at www.mymaineconnection.gov.

05/22/2026

OFI has a SNAP, MaineCare, and TANF participant focused monthly newsletter called "OFI Monthly: News to Know!"

The topics in News to Know changes month to month, but it focuses on timely updates and reminders. Last month we talked about a new Katie Beckett resource, SNAP Federal Eligibility Changes, Maternal Mobile Health resources, the General Assistance program, WIC changes, and the Maine Paid Family and Medical Leave program.

To sign up, or read past newsletters, visit https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/news.

05/19/2026

🌞 SUN Bucks is back this summer!

SUN Bucks helps Maine parents ensure kids get the nutrition they need while school is out. Each eligible school-aged kid receives a one-time $120 EBT benefit to spend on groceries.

➡️Most eligible kids will be automatically enrolled.⬅️ Keep an eye out for an approval letter in the mail!

Learn more about SUN Bucks eligibility at: https://www.maine.gov/dhhs/ofi/programs-services/food-supplement/sun_bucks