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Aftermath of Hurricane Ian Brings Potential of Number of Health Impacts
It has been nearly one week since Hurricane Ian slammed into the southwest coast of Florida as a strong Category 4 storm. While the death toll continues to rise as search and rescue crews work to find s...
The Ultimate Guide To Government Assistance
If you are currently in a state of need and have been unable to secure government assistance, know that there are other options available to help you. The U.S. government has put into place specific programs that can change your...
If Not Inflation, Then What? Why More Americans are Relying on SNAP
Over the past few years, an increasing number of Americans have found themselves relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for assistance, even when inflation is not the primary ...
βββββββInequality in Food Stamps for Kids: A State-by-State Breakdown
Low-income children across the United States will be receiving increased assistance with food stamps this summer. However, a closer look reveals a disheartening reality — not all sta...
How to Make Healthy Choices with Your SNAP Benefits
The food you eat fuels your body, and finding nutritious options that fit within your budget can be a challenge. For low-income individuals and families, SNAP benefits can provide a vital resource to access healthier and m...
Everything You Need to Know about the Child and Adult Food Program (CACFP)
One of the bigger expenses for care centers for children and adults involves providing nutritious meals, but one federal program can help deflect part of that cost. The Child and Adult Care Food Prog...
How a Government Shutdown Affects SNAP Benefits and Food Banks
When the government shuts down and stays closed for several days, agencies that depend on federal funding need to come up with backup plans. Millions of Americans rely on these services, including programs that ...
Understanding Snap Benefits
SNAP, or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly referred to as Food Stamps, is a major federal program with the goal of reducing hunger in the United States. As of January, 2016, 45.4 million Americans received SNAP benefits, or ab...
7 Strategies to Help You Function Within Your Means Without Feeling Limited
Living within your means equates to spending equal or less than what you have coming in monthly. But for many individuals, it can be difficult to adhere to that age-old adage. Credit cards, emergency ...