According to Maslow’s hierarchy of needs, food is among the basic necessities that no human being can live without. However, not everyone can afford it, particularly if they have financial hardships. When people don’t get the nutrition they need, they might be at health risk. The larger the family, the more difficult the situation, because...Read More

   If you’re eligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI), chances are that you worry about whether you can buy groceries for the week. Perhaps there have been times when you’ve had to choose between paying for housing and purchasing food. The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) was developed for those who have low income...Read More

Do CalFresh benefits roll over in 2024? Read more to find out! Ever found yourself in the grocery store, your cart filled to the brim with fresh produce and pantry staples, only to pause at checkout? You swipe your EBT card uncertainly. Do CalFresh benefits roll over in 2024? If you don’t use all of...Read More

Have you ever found yourself at the grocery store, staring at a food stamp, wondering what story it tells? Imagine this small piece of assistance being the lifeline that lets families put meals on their table. A silent hero fighting against hunger and poverty. If you’ve been curious about how SNAP works or if your...Read More

Do CalFresh benefits roll over? Here’s what you need to know to avoid problems with your CalFresh and SNAP benefits account. What Are CalFresh Benefits? CalFresh is a problem that ensures that low-income individuals and families in California have access to healthy food. It’s part of the federal Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), but it’s...Read More

The last few years have been financially difficult for many American families. Household expenses such as rent, groceries, and gas went up at record rates. Food prices are expected to rise at a slower rate in 2023 compared to 2022. However, that fact makes little difference in the lives of millions of Americans already struggling...Read More

In today’s economy, it can be challenging for many individuals to put food on the table due to financial difficulties. This can lead to an inability to afford other essential costs like housing, education, medical care, etc. Luckily, there are multiple sources of support available through the federal government and other private organizations. In this...Read More

By being careful with your money and looking for deals, you can save a lot on groceries. This way, you won’t have to worry about spending too much on food and will have more money for other expenses.  This article will go over some tips on how to save money when it comes to grocery...Read More

The Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP), often referred to as the “the senior box program”, helps low-income individuals at least 60 years of age by supplementing their diets with nutritious food. CSFP serves approximately 600,000 low‐income people each month, and provides more than just food and nourishment. The program has also been shown to help...Read More

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP — formerly the Food Stamp program) is an important federal program that provides low income adults and people with disabilities with a monthly benefit that they can use to purchase food. This program is especially important for low income seniors who often live on fixed budgets and are forced...Read More