November is here, which unfortunately means drastic cuts to food stamp benefits. According to USA Today, “a family of four that gets $668 per month in benefits will find that amount cut by $36…Vulnerable populations [such as the elderly and children] will be hardest hit by the cuts.”
How will this affect individuals in our community? At Loaves & Fishes, we are prepared to see an increase in new family enrollments and an increase in client visits. NCTV17 spoke with Charles McLimans, Executive Director/CEO, about SNAP cuts and the impact it will have on local residents.
For the full USA Today article, click here.