The sun was just coming up, making the lawn sparkle with dew, when Maria and her son joined the line at the community center. It was the day they gave out free groceries to those in need. Maria felt thankful but also realized the help wasn’t enough for her family’s needs. Like her, many Americans struggle to find enough food, not knowing there’s bigger help they could be getting.
If you’re juggling bills and feeding your family, getting to know and using programs like SNAP is critical. In tough economic times, SNAP can be a key support to fight food insecurity. With the American Rescue Plan, a family of four could get about $713 a month, and bigger households might get up to $1,386. This help can radically change whether you have healthy food or not.
The rules and benefits for getting this help have changed, with more money available now thanks to new laws. The American Rescue Plan also added $1.15 billion to SNAP. Plus, now you can use technology to get groceries or shop online with SNAP benefits.
Struggling with utility bills? The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) could help, letting you spend more on food. For families living in areas with few fresh food options, the ARP’s focus on nutrition means better access to healthy food for moms and kids.
Eligibility might surprise you, like it did for Clara, a 61-year-old who thought she couldn’t get SNAP after a storm. She was wrong and got help quickly, showing that assistance is closer than you think
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