SNAP Food Benefits in Washington: Apply, Keep, Appeal

Learn how SNAP (called Basic Food in Washington) works: who may qualify, how to apply through Washington Connection or your local office, what happens at your interview, and how to keep your benefits. This program also covers the 2025 federal "HR1" work-rule changes for adults without dependents, and what to do if you're denied or cut off. For Washington residents experiencing or at risk of homelessness, living on low income, or living with disabilities. Built around the Coalition on Homelessness training "Navigating SNAP: Program basics and new HR1 requirements - March 25, 2026" (recorded March 25, 2026). Free — you only need a free Mysti's account.