[Steppes] Bogus food stamp email

[Esther]

Can't remember if this has been on the list, but it is sure to come our way. Forward as needed.
 
Esther
 
SNIP
 
I wish it were true.....   but...  
http://www.dshs.state.tx.us/dshstoday/bogusemail.shtm


An e-mail is being circulated that indicates that food stamps and free
gasoline for Hurricane Katrina evacuees are available from or through
the "Texas Department of Health and Human Services."
The e-mail is bogus. 
However, hurricane evacuees wanting accurate information about food
stamps availability may call the 2-1-1 information service or
1-888-312-4567.



   From: Kea Erisdottir <keaeris at erisian.net>
Subject: Government Assistance for ALL Refugees

This posted to another list I am on:

2 Months of Foodstamps for Evacuees - pass it on, please

Do you know anyone in Texas as an evacuee from any of the three states
Louisiana, Mississippi, and Alabama? If so, the Texas Department of
Health and Human Services will give them 2 months of Food Stamps with
no questions asked. All they need to show is a driver license. This
agency will also give you information and locations where they can
receive FREE GAS. Also, if you are housing anyone from one of these
states you can call FEMA at (800) 621-3362 file a claim and receive
assistance for your help. This is valid information directly from
TDHHS.

Below is the site to find a location near you
http://www.tdh.state.tx.us/


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