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New Guidance Announced for SNAP Benefits Under Trump Administration

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has issued new instructions to state agencies about how Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits—commonly known as food stamps—should b...

Social Media's Effect on Your Wellness: How to Keep Your Mind and Body Healthy

Social media has become a staple in most people's lives. It can be a great way to stay connected with friends and family, but it can also harm mental health. According to various studies, it can c...

May I Take Your Order? (Different Food Assistance Options)

Different Food Assistance Options   .@USDA programs like SNAP, WIC and the National School Lunch Program provide millions with access to healthy, nutritious food every day. pic.twitter.com/b06VlvrNAL &mda...

August's Schedule for SNAP Payments: Key Dates for Each State

The schedule for the August Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) payouts, also widely recognized as food stamps, has been announced, with dates varying across the states.  SNAP is a fundamenta...

​​​​​​​Stretching SNAP Benefits for a Healthier Diet on a Fixed Income

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides a vital lifeline for low-income individuals and families, but the minimum benefit of $23 per month often falls short. Desp...

SNAP Benefits and Employment Obligations in the United States After the Pandemic

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly referred to as food stamps, is vital for offering nutritional support to countless individuals and families facing hardship. The ...

How to Get Free Food from DoorDash If You Lose Your SNAP Benefits

Millions of families in the United States are struggling to get enough food because their SNAP benefits (the program that helps people buy groceries) have been suspended due to a long federal government shutd...

"Wellness Walk" Initiative Aimed at Improving Fitness During Pandemic

In an age of obvious political polarization, it's very rare that a group of people agree on anything. Even health experts involved with the Covid-19 pandemic have different ideas about the effective...

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 ...