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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 ...

Surprising Facts about the US Government's Food Stamp Support Programs

The US government offers various programs to support needy citizens, including Food Stamp support. It introduced the program to curb the increasing rates of poverty and hunger in the nation. It has pla...

Lessons on Mental Health From the Tokyo 2020 Olympics

Though the Tokyo 2020 Olympics were postponed to 2021, the intensity and scope of the event hasn't changed. What has changed is how the athletes and coaches are handling the stress of the event. The combination of the ong...

Food Assistance Programs: How to Get the Help You Need

If you are struggling to make ends meet, some programs can provide you with the help you need to put food on the table and keep your family healthy. Most people die because they don't have access to clean water and food....

This Food Stamp Benefit for Millions of Americans Expires in Early March

If you're one of the millions of Americans who use food stamps, it's essential to keep up to date with policies. Government regulations are always shifting, and laws that went into effect yea...

How SNAP/EBT Support Programs are Changing Lives

In an era where economic stability remains a persistent concern for millions of Americans, government assistance programs have emerged as a vital lifeline for those facing financial hardships. One such program, the Supple...

The Intersection of Art and Assistance: A Closer Look at SNAP Benefits for Creatives

In an enlightening piece by The New York Times, the spotlight shines on an engaging ethical discussion. It revolves around an emerging artist who, dedicating her life to her craft, leans on...

It's Time for a New Cell Phone and Plan!

Did you know that you can get a a new cell phone and very low rate plan if you already qualify for one of these: - Food Stamps or SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) - Medicaid - Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Fede...

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...