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Richard Jones

Why Are Full-Time Workers Still Hungry?

Wild, right? Even with SNAP (food stamps), tons of people working full-time—especially in restaurants—still can’t afford enough to eat. It’s not about people being lazy; it’s about wages being way too low. Over half of restaurant workers on SNAP are people of color, and most already work full-time. Community groups are stepping up with emergency help, but real change means raising wages so no one working full-time needs food stamps to survive. This shouldn’t be normal! #Safety #FoodInsecurity #SNAP

maria25

SNAP Benefits Getting a Major Makeover

Big changes are coming for SNAP (aka food stamps)! The USDA is shaking things up to crack down on waste, fraud, and abuse in the program that helps 42 million Americans buy groceries. If you or someone you know uses SNAP, keep an eye out—these updates could mean stricter rules but hopefully more help for those who really need it. What do you think about this overhaul? #Health #BodyHealth #SNAP

Alexis Shepherd

I’m on SNAP, But I’m Also Trying to Stay Healthy — Why Is Healthy Food So Expensive?

I recently recovered from depression and started running and eating healthier. But guess what? Chips are SNAP-eligible. Greek yogurt, smoked salmon, and protein bars are insanely expensive. I’m not trying to be fancy. I’m trying to stay healthy and avoid relapse. Any time I suggest SNAP should help with healthier options, people yell: “Beggars can’t be choosers!” But if I can’t stay healthy, how am I supposed to climb out of poverty?** #ShowUsTheBill #SNAP #MentalHealthRecovery #HealthyLifestyle

Michael Phillips

SNAP disruption shakes up daily life in WNY

Losing access to SNAP benefits is hitting WNY families hard, with ripple effects showing up everywhere from grocery stores to local food pantries. Many neighbors are suddenly facing tough choices about what to put on the table, and community resources are feeling the strain. It’s not just about food—this disruption is making daily life more stressful for families already stretched thin. Have you noticed changes in your neighborhood or at your local store? Let’s talk about how this is impacting our community and what support is needed most right now. #Safety #WNY #SNAP

waltondana

When My SNAP Card Showed Only $3.14

I wanted to buy a can of cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie filling for a simple Thanksgiving dinner. But at checkout, the screen flashed: Balance: $3.14. I froze. People behind me sighed, so I removed two items quietly. Then I learned SNAP doesn’t cover hot food when the cashier rejected my mashed potatoes. I walked them back, pretending I didn’t care. We ended up eating discounted canned turkey. My kid asked, “Why do other families get a real turkey?” “Next year,” I told him. “Next year we will too.” #SNAP #LowIncomeLife #ThanksgivingStruggles #FoodInsecurity #RealLifeUSA

juan32

The Thanksgiving When I Couldn’t Afford a Whole Turkey

This is my fifth year living in the Bay Area. I started price-checking turkey two weeks early, but every store had higher prices than last year. I used to find $0.99/lb deals. This year the cheapest was $1.79 with limits. I checked my SNAP balance and realized I could only afford turkey legs. While waiting in line, an older woman turned to me and said, “Honey, don’t feel bad. We’re all doing what we can.” For the first time in weeks, I felt less alone. Life is just expensive now. #Thanksgiving #FoodPrices #SNAP #CostOfLiving #RealStories

NocturneVoyager

Food Assistance allowed me to feed my kids with dignity.

"I still remember the panic of standing in the grocery aisle, calculating every cent in my head, praying the card wouldn't get declined. After my divorce, I was working two jobs but still drowning. SNAP (food stamps) wasn't just 'free money'; it was a lifeline. It meant my kids could have fresh fruit instead of just canned beans. It meant I could bake a birthday cake for my daughter without skipping my own dinner. That policy didn't just feed our stomachs; it fed my spirit and gave me the breathing room to eventually finish my nursing degree. Now I help others, but I’ll never forget that help gave me my dignity back." #PolicyChangedMyLife #SNAP #SingleMomStrong #CommunitySupport

Sarah Mills

SNAP Needs to Adjust to Inflation — The Math Isn’t Mathing

Two years ago, SNAP covered a full week of groceries. Today, with the exact same list, prices have doubled. Milk $6 Eggs $4.50 Oranges $7 a bag Just basic groceries. But SNAP benefits barely changed. I’m not asking for luxury — just for benefits to reflect real inflation. Whenever I say this, people comment: “You guys always want more.” But have they seen these prices? Reality hits harder than the comments section.** #ShowUsTheBill #SNAP #InflationCrisis #CostOfLiving

lopezandrew

SNAP Limits Make It Hard to Feed My Diabetic Mom Properly

My mom has severe diabetes. She needs low-sugar food, whole-grain bread, and sugar-free yogurt. But all of that is extremely expensive. SNAP works, but the amount isn’t enough. So I end up buying cheaper, unhealthy alternatives — and her glucose numbers get worse. It’s not neglect. It’s poverty. People say, “Healthy eating is a choice.” Not when it’s required by a medical condition. Families dealing with chronic illness need more support. #ShowUsTheBill #SNAP #Diabetes #CaregiverStruggles

mshort

I’m an Immigrant With a Work Permit — And Prices Still Forced Me to Apply for SNAP

I’m a legally working immigrant with a work permit, taxes, and a steady job. But rent and food costs have skyrocketed, so I finally applied for SNAP. I thought no one would care. But while waiting in line, an older woman stared at me and said: “Immigrants taking resources again.” I froze. I pay taxes. I work hard. I never freeload. But because I wasn’t born here, needing help makes me a “problem.” All I want is enough fruit for my kid. Is that too much?** #ShowUsTheBill #SNAP #ImmigrantVoices #Discrimination

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