FoodShare Wisconsin Handbook Help Introduction

The FoodShare Wisconsin Handbook is divided in to eight main chapters.  The chapters are presented in a logical order for understanding the policy needed to process a case:

1. General Program Requirements

This chapter describes the high level requirements to be eligible for FoodShare in Wisconsin.

2. Applications and Reviews

This chapter details what is required at application and periodic review.

3. Nonfinancial Requirements

This chapter details the nonfinancial requirements for FoodShare Eligibility such as residence, citizenship, familial relationships, etc.

4. Financial Requirements

This chapter details the financial requirements for FoodShare Eligibility such as income, deductions, expenses and deeming.

5. Specific Programs

This chapter lists the policy for Transitional FoodShare and FS-E cases.

6. Ongoing Case Management

This chapter details the necessary steps to maintain on ongoing FoodShare case after it has been approved during the application process.

7. Benefits

This chapter explains FoodShare benefit issuance.

8. Appendix

This chapter consists of tables, worksheets, forms, and miscellaneous topics.