If you are an older adult 60 or older or meet the disability rules for SNAP (see showing DTA you are disabled) you may benefit from special rules including:

• More of your shelter costs can be deducted. See the shelter deduction and how it is calculated.
• You can claim out-of-pocket health care costs. See medical expenses you can claim if you are elderly or disabled.
• You may qualify for some SNAP benefits even if your gross income exceeds the 200% gross income test (but you must also meet the SNAP asset test). See counting assets.
• If you are a legal immigrant adult, you may be exempt from the 5-year waiting period for federal SNAP benefits. See waiting five years for SNAP if you are a disabled immigrant.
• You may be eligible to apply as a separate SNAP household even if you live with others who buy and prepare food for you. See living with others but having a disability that makes it difficult to prepare food.
• If you are 60 or older, you can use the DTA Senior Assistance Office for help. See the Senior Assistance Office.