Food Assistance
Senior hunger affects millions of older adults, but food assistance benefits can help make food affordable. Learn more about SNAP for seniors and other programs that fight hunger and promote nutrition.
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Use BenefitsCheckUp® to Find Money-Saving Benefits
Older adults living in or near the poverty level are eligible for billions of dollars of unclaimed benefits. These unclaimed benefits are not for everyone, but if you’re a Benefits Enrollment Center working with older adults, you can help them find out if they qualify.
Understanding Benefits Participation in Your Area
NCOA's new tool shows participation rates for older adults enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicare Savings Programs (MSP), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Get started by selecting specific areas to see how they compare to national and state averages.
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