Great Reads for Good Food

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) is a great help for many older adults to buy more food every month. However, going to the grocery store can sometimes be tough, especially if you find it hard to mov...

If you're one of the many people using SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) to help buy food, you may need to recertify soon. SNAP benefits don't automatically renew. This means y...

Food is a basic need and when money is tight, it's helpful to know there's assistance available. In the United States, a program called SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) helps families with low inco...

A group of Democrats and Republicans in the Senate reached an agreement late Sunday night to end the longest government shutdown in U.S. history. They took a first vote to reopen the government, with eight Democra...

Starting in June 2025, families in 16 states and Washington, D.C., will receive extra financial help for groceries through the Summer EBT program, also known as "SUN Bucks." Each eligible child will get...

The holiday season, especially Thanksgiving, is a time for families and friends to come together and share a meal. However, not everyone has enough food on their table. If you, your family, or someone you ...

Did you know that in California, a special program can make your SNAP benefits (also known as food stamps) go twice as far when you buy food? This might be news to many since over 41 million peop...

The global economy has been struggling in recent years. The increasing cost of living and decreasing availability of jobs has forced many people into difficult financial situations. For some, this has meant relying on food...

Updated as of September 8, 2025 With unemployment rates still above 3%, many are turning to government programs for support. One of the most well-known is the Supplemental Nutrition...