How to Apply
Please Note: You only need ONE application for multiple programs.
- For example, if you are applying for Cash and Medical Assistance, only complete one application online or on paper.
How do I apply for OWF Cash Assistance?
- Apply online using the following link: https://benefits.ohio.gov/
- Apply over the phone using Shared Services at 1-844-640-6446. Please see below for list of the prompts.
- Print out a JFS 7200 Application for Assistance and submit it via U.S. Mail, Fax (440-323-3422), or e-mail (LorainJFS@jfs.ohio.gov)
- Complete an application in the LCJFS lobby and submit it to the front desk
How do I apply for PRC Assistance?
- Apply online using the following link Forms (lcdjfs.com).
How do I apply for SNAP?
- Apply online using the following link: https://benefits.ohio.gov/
- Apply over the phone using Shared Services at 1-844-640-6446. Please see below for list of the prompts.
- Print out a JFS 7200 Application for Assistance and submit it via U.S. Mail, Fax (440-323-3422), or e-mail (LorainJFS@jfs.ohio.gov)
- Complete an application in the LCJFS lobby and submit it to the front desk
How do I apply for ABD Medicaid?
- Apply online at https://benefits.ohio.gov/
- Apply over the phone using Shared Services at 1-844-640-6446. Please see below for list of the prompts.
- Print out a ODM 7216 Application for Health Coverage & Help Paying Costs and submit ot via U.S. Mail, Fax (440-323-3422), or e-mail (LorainJFS@jfs.ohio.gov)
- Complete an application in the LCJFS front lobby and submit it to the front desk
How do I apply for MAGI Medicaid?
- Apply online at https://benefits.ohio.gov/
- Apply over the phone using Shared Services at 1-844-640-6446. Please see below for list of the prompts.
- Print out a ODM 7216 Application for Health Coverage & Help Paying Costs and submit ot via U.S. Mail, Fax (440-323-3422), or e-mail (LorainJFS@jfs.ohio.gov)
- Complete an application in the LCJFS front lobby and submit it to the front desk
How do I apply for MBIWD?
- Apply online at https://benefits.ohio.gov/
- Apply over the phone using Shared Services at 1-844-640-6446. Please see below for list of the prompts.
- Print out a ODM 7216 Application for Health Coverage & Help Paying Costs and submit them via U.S. Mail, Fax (440-323-3422), or e-mail (LorainJFS@jfs.ohio.gov)
- Complete the applications in the LCJFS front lobby and submit them to the front desk
How do I apply for MPAP?
- Apply online at https://benefits.ohio.gov/
- Apply over the phone using Shared Services at 1-844-640-6446. Please see below for list of the prompts.
- Print out an ODM 7216 Application for Health Coverage & Help Paying Costs and submit it via U.S. Mail, Fax (440-323-3422), or e-mail (LorainJFS@jfs.ohio.gov)
- Complete an ODM 7216 application in the LCJFS lobby and submit it to the front desk
How do I apply for Nursing Home and Long-Term Care Assistance?
- Apply online at https://benefits.ohio.gov/
- Apply over the phone using Shared Services at 1-844-640-6446. Please see below for list of the prompts.
- Print out a JFS 7200 Application for Assistance or ODM 7216 Application for Health Coverage & Help Paying Costs and submit it via U.S. Mail, Fax (440-323-3422), or e-mail (LorainJFS@jfs.ohio.gov)
- Complete an application in the LCJFS lobby and submit it to the front desk
How do I apply for Waiver?
- Print out a ODM 2399 Request for Medicaid Home and Community-Based Services and a JFS 7200 Application for Assistance and submit them via U.S. Mail, Fax (440-323-3422), or e-mail (LorainJFS@jfs.ohio.gov)
- Complete the ODM 2399 and JFS 7200 Application for Assistance in the LCJFS lobby and submit them to the front desk
Please note, our prompts have changed. The call center reference guide can be found by clicking the link below.