#SocialSecurity #PovertyReduction #SeniorBenefits
www.newsweek.com
Social Security payments lift millions out of poverty
A new report has found that Social Security does more than any other government program to tackle poverty.
More than 70 million people across the United States receive Social Security benefits, whether through retirement, disability or survivor payments.
#ChildPoverty #PovertyReduction #SocialJustice
www.yahoo.com
Millions remain trapped in child poverty with only 10% fall predicted by next election
Over four million children will still be living in poverty by 2029, the government's own analysis has forecast, marking a reduction of just 10 per cent from the current figure.
#SNAP #FoodAssistance #PovertyReduction
abcnews.go.com
New SNAP work requirements set to go into effect on Feb. 1 with millions at risk of losing benefits
Estimates suggest more than 2 million Americans could lose SNAP benefits.
New work requirements for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are set to go into effect on Feb.
#Detroit #PovertyReduction #ExpectingMothers
www.clickorlando.com
Detroit joining Michigan program that gives cash to expectant mothers for essentials
DETROIT - A program that provides cash to help expectant mothers cope with bills, expenses and the high cost of taking care of children is coming to Detroit.
