Kazi #10 – SNAP (Stempu za Chakula, Kiswahili)

Task #10 – SNAP (Food Stamps, Swahili) 

Programu ya SNAP hutoa mafao ya chakula kwa familia zenye kipato cha chini ili kuongezea bajeti yao ya vyakula, ili waweze kumudu chakula chenye lishe muhimu kwa afya na ustawi. Kila jimbo lina fomu na taratibu tofauti za maombi ya SNAP. Hata hivyo, mchakato ni sawa kwa kiasi kikubwa. Kwa mfano, kwa Colorado:

Program, SNAP provides food benefits to low-income families to supplement their grocery budget so they can afford the nutritious food essential to health and well-being.  Every state has different forms and procedures for SNAP applications. However, the process is very similar. As an example, for Colorado: 

 

1. Angalia Kustahiki: Kabla ya kuomba, hakikisha unakidhi vigezo vya kustahiki vya SNAP huko Colorado. Kustahiki inategemea mambo kama vile kipato, ukubwa wa kaya, hali ya uraia, na vigezo vingine. Unaweza kutumia zana ya upimaji wa awali kwenye tovuti ya Colorado PEAK (https://coloradopeak.secure.force.com/) kuangalia ikiwa unaweza kustahiki.
2. Check Eligibility: Before applying, ensure you meet the eligibility requirements for SNAP in Colorado. Eligibility is based on factors such as income, household size, citizenship status, and other criteria. You can use the pre-screening tool on the Colorado PEAK website (https://coloradopeak.secure.force.com/) to check if you might be eligible.

 

2. Taarifa Inayohitajika: Kabla ya kuanza maombi, kukusanye habari muhimu, ambazo zinaweza kujumuisha nyaraka za utambulisho, ushahidi wa kipato, matumizi, na maelezo mengine kuhusu wanachama wa kaya yako.
3. Required Information: Before starting the application, gather the necessary information, which may include identification documents, proof of income, expenses, and other details about your household members.

 

3. Fikia Tovuti ya Colorado PEAK: Nenda kwenye tovuti ya Colorado PEAK (https://coloradopeak.secure.force.com/), ambayo ni jukwaa la mtandaoni kwa ajili ya kupata na kuomba programu mbalimbali za msaada wa umma, ikiwa ni pamoja na SNAP.
4. Access the Colorado PEAK Website: Go to the Colorado PEAK website (https://coloradopeak.secure.force.com/), which is the online platform for accessing and applying for various public assistance programs, including SNAP.

 

4. Unda Akaunti: Ikiwa bado huna akaunti, utahitaji kuunda akaunti kwenye tovuti ya Colorado PEAK. Akaunti hii itakuruhusu kuomba mafao na kusimamia mafao yako mtandaoni.
5. Create an Account: If you don’t already have one, you’ll need to create an account on the Colorado PEAK website. This account will allow you to apply for benefits and manage your benefits online.

 

5. Kamilisha Maombi: Ingia kwenye akaunti yako ya Colorado PEAK na jaza maombi ya SNAP. Toa habari sahihi na kamili kuhusu kaya yako na hali yako ya kifedha.
6. Complete the Application: Log in to your Colorado PEAK account and fill out the SNAP application. Provide accurate and complete information about your household and financial situation.

 

6. Wasilisha Nyaraka Zinazohitajika: Baada ya kukamilisha maombi, unaweza kuhitajika kuwasilisha nyaraka fulani kuthibitisha kustahiki yako. Nyaraka hizi zinaweza kupakiwa kupitia tovuti ya PEAK au kuwasilishwa kwa mkono kwenye ofisi ya huduma za kibinadamu ya kaunti yako.
7. Submit Required Documents: After completing the application, you may need to submit certain documents to support your eligibility. These documents can be uploaded through the PEAK website or submitted in person at a local county human services office.

 

7. Mahojiano (ikiwa inahitajika): Kwa baadhi ya visa, unaweza kuhitajika kushiriki kwenye mahojiano kama sehemu ya mchakato wa maombi. Ikiwa ni hivyo, Idara ya Huduma za Kibinadamu ya Colorado itawasiliana nawe ili kupanga mahojiano.
8. Interview (if required): In some cases, you may be required to participate in an interview as part of the application process. If so, the Colorado Department of Human Services will contact you to schedule the interview.

 

8. Mapitio ya Maombi: Idara ya Huduma za Kibinadamu ya Colorado itapitia maombi yako, pamoja na nyaraka zozote zilizowasilishwa na taarifa za mahojiano, ili kubaini kustahiki yako kwa SNAP.
9. Application Review: The Colorado Department of Human Services will review your application, along with any submitted documents and interview information, to determine your eligibility for SNAP.

 

9. Pokea Taarifa ya Uamuzi: Mara tu maombi yako yatakapopitiwa, utapokea taarifa ya uamuzi, ikiwa ni kukubali au kukataa mafao yako ya SNAP. Ikiwa utakubaliwa, taarifa itaeleza pia kiasi cha mafao utakayopokea na muda wa kustahiki kwako.
10. Receive Notice of Decision: Once your application is reviewed, you will receive notice of the decision, either approving or denying your SNAP benefits. If approved, the notice will also indicate the amount of benefits you will receive and the duration of your eligibility.

 

10. Tumia Kadi Yako ya EBT: Ikiwa utakubaliwa, utapokea Kadi ya Uhamishaji wa Faida za Kielektroniki (EBT), sawa na kadi ya malipo ya benki, ambayo inaweza kutumika kununua vitu vya chakula vinavyostahiki kwenye maduka yanayoruhusiwa.
11. Use Your EBT Card: If approved, you will receive an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, similar to a debit card, which can be used to purchase eligible food items at authorized retailers.

 

11. Ikiwa utakutana na ugumu wowote wakati wa mchakato wa maombi au una maswali maalum, unaweza kuwasiliana na ofisi ya huduma za kibinadamu ya kaunti yako au kupiga simu kwa kituo cha msaada cha Colorado PEAK kwa nambari 1-800-536-5298 kwa msaada.
12. If you encounter any difficulties during the application process or have specific questions, you can contact your local county human services office or the Colorado PEAK helpline at 1-800-536-5298 for assistance.

 

Hapa ni viungo vya tovuti vinavyohusiana:

1. USDA, Huduma ya Chakula na Lishe, Wizara ya Kilimo ya Marekani:** [https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program](https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program)
2. Pata Ofisi yako ya SNAP:** [https://www.usa.gov/food-stamps](https://www.usa.gov/food-stamps)
3. Colorado PEAK ni mahali pa kuomba na kusimamia faida mtandaoni:** [https://peak–coloradopeak.force.com/peak/s/peak-landing-page?language=en_US](https://peak–coloradopeak.force.com/peak/s/peak-landing-page?language=en_US)
4. MAUDHUI: SNAP – Marekebisho ya Gharama za Kuishi kwa Mwaka wa Fedha 2023:** [https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/fy-2023-cola](https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/fy-2023-cola)

Hizi ni tovuti muhimu zinazotoa habari na huduma kuhusu Programu ya Msaada wa Lishe wa Ziada (SNAP) na jinsi ya kuomba na kusimamia faida zako.

1. USDA, Food and Nutrition Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/supplemental-nutrition-assistance-program
2. Find your SNAP Office, https://www.usa.gov/food-stamps
3. Colorado PEAK is the place to apply for and manage benefits online. Use PEAK to apply for or manage your medical, SNAP, cash or other State of Colorado benefits. https://peak–coloradopeak.force.com/peak/s/peak-landing-page?language=en_US
4. SUBJECT: SNAP – Fiscal Year 2023 Cost-of-Living Adjustments, https://www.fns.usda.gov/snap/fy-2023-cola