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December Food Assistance Programs for Seniors: What You Can Get Besides SNAP
While many people know about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), there are other food programs designed specifically to help seniors. Read: Secrets of Social Security: Essen...
2026 Social Security COLA: What the 2.4% Increase Means for Retirees
Social Security beneficiaries may need to brace for a modest Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2026. Based on the latest inflation indicators, the estimated COLA increase stands at 2.4%, the smallest ad...
SSI Benefit Advance: Two Payments Set for May 2025 as June 1 Falls on a Sunday
In May 2025, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients will receive two payments due to a scheduling adjustment by the Social Security Administration (SSA). This is not an additional benef...
Free Money Alert: Illinois Sending Stimulus Checks This Summer
If you live in Illinois, you could be getting free money this summer without lifting a finger. The Enhanced Money Match program from the Illinois Treasurer’s Office is actively mailing out checks to resid...
2025 SSI Benefits Update: How Much Can You Receive Each Month?
The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides financial assistance to low-income individuals who are elderly, blind, or disabled. Each year, the maximum SSI payment is adjusted based on the Cost-of-Li...
Get Ready for Your Temporary Cash Assistance Payment in Florida This July
If your family depends on Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) in Florida, knowing exactly when your July 2025 payment will arrive can help you plan your month. TCA is a vital support program that provide...
Helpful Government Assistance Programs You Didn't Know About
Many government assistance programs exist to help the needy. Unfortunately, many people don't know about these programs, or they don't know how to access them. The beauty is that they don't have strict regulations,...
Government Assistance Programs That Citizens Should Follow Up
Citizens can take advantage of many government assistance programs to get their needed help. However, many people do not follow up on these programs, which is a mistake. Over the years, the US government has facil...
May 2025 Social Security Schedule: Double Payments Confirmed—What You Need to Know About Dual Deposits
When day-to-day expenses keep rising because of inflation and economic changes, a little extra cash can offer some much-needed breathing room. The May 2025 Social Secur...