Alabama Department of Human Resources

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ALABAMA DHR LAUNCHES CHIPPED EBT CARDS

The Alabama Department of Human Resources is excited to announce that the first round of Alabama EBT cardholders are now receiving new, chip-enabled EBT cards. The new cards will greatly increase card security, adding more protection against the theft of EBT benefits.

EBT Fraud

DO YOU SUSPECT EBT FRAUD?

Some criminals are willing to steal benefits meant to help families on their way to financial stability. In some situations, there may be reimbursement options available for clients who lost benefits for the federally funded Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP).

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OPEN YOUR HEART, OPEN YOUR HOME

Become a Foster/Adoptive Parent

You can change a child's life forever. Explore our foster care and adoption resources to get started.

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SUSPECT ABUSE OR NEGLECT?

You Could Save a Life by Reporting It!

Please call your county Department of Human Resources or local law enforcement agency to report suspected abuse or neglect. Do not send reports of suspected abuse or neglect via email.

COUNTY CONTACTS

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PROTECTING THE ELDERLY AND DISABLED ADULTS

The mission of the Adult Protective Services Division is to support and enable county departments to protect elderly and disabled adults from abuse, neglect, and exploitation, and prevent unnecessary institutionalization.

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ENDING HUNGER AND IMPROVING NUTRITION

The Food Assistance Division administers the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Alabama. Applications for the Food Assistance Program are available in all county DHR offices and online.

Adult Protective Services

Child Protective Services

Elementary Pupils Enjoying Healthy Lunch In Cafeteria

371000

Households Receiving SNAP Benefits

731

Children Adopted in 2024

5900

Children in Foster Care

43390

Children Receiving Subsidized Child Care

Latest News

February 10, 2026

Chipped EBT Cards Rolling Out Statewide

MONTGOMERY, Ala. –The Alabama Department of Human Resources is pleased to announce Alabama EBT cardholders will be receiving new, chip-enabled […]

Kathryn Shoupe

January 12, 2026

SNAP Transactions for Out of State and Online Automatically Turned Off

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Human Resources is pleased to announce a new system enhancement that automatically defaults […]

Daniel Sparkman

December 18, 2025

Alabama DHR Launches Chipped EBT Cards for SNAP & TANF Benefits

MONTGOMERY, Ala. –The Alabama Department of Human Resources is excited to announce that the first round of Alabama EBT cardholders […]

Kathryn Shoupe

"It’s my pleasure to welcome you to the Alabama Department of Human Resources website. Whether you are seeking information concerning locating a daycare center, qualifying for food assistance or getting help establishing and collecting child support, this website is a great starting point to find the services provided by DHR."

- Nancy Buckner, Commissioner