Food Stamps help you purchase food. You can receive this benefit if you have a low income and few assets. Benefits are provided on the Link Card -- an electronic card that is accepted at most grocery stores.
Individuals and families with a food need and income is within income limits. Eligibility rules vary by the location, so you will need to contact the group where you plan to apply to find out it’s rules.
Meals on Wheels and Other Senior Nutrition Programs
Local Areas on Aging are often the easiest place to begin your search for many nutrition programs and other services targeted to seniors. You can begin the process by contacting your Area on Aging agency or you can look for help by the program. The Meals on Wheels program is probably the most recognized name of the many programs available to seniors, but there are many other options to explore including dining at a local Senior Center or getting help from the Senior Farmers Market Program.