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🚨 Emergency Food Assistance in East Lyme, Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut — 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for East Lyme residents

Free emergency food boxesMax Benefit
211Helpline
CTState
185% FPLFPL Threshold
📊 2026 Income Limits — East Lyme, Connecticut
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

📝 How to Apply — East Lyme, Connecticut
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4 in East Lyme: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online — Fastest
Visit www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program — available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone — 211
Call Mon–Fri business hours for East Lyme residents.
4
Apply In-Person — Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region Office
Visit offices near East Lyme. Walk-ins accepted.
📋 Documents Required — East Lyme
  • Minimal — self-certification at most sites
❓ FAQs — Emergency Food Assistance in East Lyme
Who qualifies for Emergency Food Assistance in East Lyme, Connecticut?
Residents of East Lyme, Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut with income at or below 185% FPL. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 211.
How to apply for Emergency Food Assistance in East Lyme?
Apply online at www.fns.usda.gov/tefap/emergency-food-assistance-program, call 211, or visit Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region office.
Is there a Emergency Food Assistance office in East Lyme?
The nearest office is in Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
🔗 Other Benefits in East Lyme, Connecticut
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits
🚀 Apply for Emergency Food Assistance
Apply Online — Official ↗ 📞 Call 211 ← Back to Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
🔔 Connecticut Alerts 2026
Free alerts when Emergency Food Assistance changes in Connecticut.
📌 All Benefits in East Lyme
🍎 SNAP Benefits🏥 Medicaid🏠 Section 8 Housing🍼 WIC Program⚡ LIHEAP Energy Help💵 TANF Cash Assistance🧓 SSI Benefits♿ SSDI Benefits👶 CHIP Health Insurance🏦 Local Food Banks