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Ohio Benefits works to serve Ohioans through a variety of assistance programs.

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Access Ohio Benefits Self-Service Portal

Use OHID to log in and apply for or access your existing benefits.

Check my Eligibility

See if you may be eligible for cash, food, medical, or early care and education assistance.

SNAP

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), helps people with low incomes buy healthy food.

Cash

Ohio Works First (OWF) is the financial assistance portion of the state's Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program.

Medicaid

Ohio Medicaid and related programs improve wellness and health outcomes by providing health care coverage for eligible individuals.

Early Care and Education

Early Care and Education helps families pay for child care and education.
Ohio Benefits works to serve Ohioans through a variety of additional programs and supportive services.

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Request a Change in Child Care Program

This video demonstrates a walkthrough on how to request a change to a Child Care Program through the Ohio Benefits Self-Service Portal.
1/24/26
3:38

How to Report a Change

This video reviews step-by-step instructions on how to report a change on a case within an existing Ohio Benefits Self-Service account.
1/24/26
1:15

How to Apply

This video reviews step-by-step instructions on how to apply for benefits (Cash, Food, Medical, or Child Care Assistance) within the Ohio Benefits Self-Service Portal.
1/24/26
9:28

Introducing E-Signature

E-Signature is a new time-saving option that makes your phone application process with your caseworker easier and faster.
1/24/26
2:55

Introducing Document Upload

Document Upload allows you to upload your verification documents on your smartphone while on the phone with an agent.
1/24/26
2:31

How to Upload Documents

This video reviews step-by-step instructions on how to upload and view verification documents through the Ohio Benefits Self-Service Portal.
1/24/26
2:23

Eligibility Self-Assessment

This video reviews the functionality of the Ohio Benefits Self-Service Portal Eligibility Self-Assessment. This tool helps users identify what resources they may be eligible for.
1/24/26
2:26

I'm a new Ohio Benefits Self-Service Portal User without an OHID

Step-by-step guidance for users with no existing Ohio Benefits Self-Service Portal account without an OHID.
1/24/26
8:42
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Scam Alert!
Please be aware of skimming and phishing scams! There are reports of criminals across the country targeting SNAP and cash recipients by stealing benefit card information or sending phony text messages to obtain EBT card numbers and pins and steal SNAP benefits. Click on this alert for more information about this fraudulent activity.

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Find Your Local County Agency
Find contact and location information for your County Department of Job and Family Services (CDJFS) for help with cash, food, medical and child care assistance or adult protective services.
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