Senior Hunger
May is Older Americans Month, so let’s take some time to talk about a serious issue effecting many seniors – hunger. In the U.S., 15.5% (9.3 million) of all seniors[…] Read More
All posts filed under: Food and Nutrition Services/Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Work Requirements and FNS/SNAP
You may have heard, federal SNAP eligibility rules are changing and are being phased-in in North Carolina. Federal rules became effective January 1, 2016 to reinstitute work requirements in order[…] Read More
Shop Local – use your EBT card at the farmers’ market
There are over 250 farmers markets in North Carolina, and these markets have a wide variety of fruits and vegetables grown locally in your community. If you haven’t stopped by[…] Read More
Claiming Medical Expenses
Did you know that seniors (age 60 and older) and individuals with disabilities can claim medical expenses when applying for SNAP? Unreimbursed, out-of-pocket medical expenses over $35 per month can[…] Read More
FNS Is Important for Your Family
Why is it important to eat a balanced and nutritious diet? It is important to an adult’s ability to be productive at work and at home. And, studies have shown that when children are not hungry they do better in school. North Carolina’s Food and Nutrition Services (FNS and formerly food stamps) Program can help your family have sufficient and nutritious food to eat.
