Applying for food benefits after losing my job - what worked for you?

I lost my job as an accounts payable clerk and my household is applying for SNAP for the first time. I do not usually post, so bear with me. There are 17 people in my household.

Some local food pantries can help while the case is pending. Try calling 211 for one near you.

Keep everything in writing and save the confirmation numbers. It made the follow-up calls so much easier.