Are you disabled? Is your monthly income below $2,982 before taxes? Do you or a loved one need nursing home level care? If so, you may want to think about applying for Medicaid. Medicaid provides certain eligible individuals with assistance needed to perform activities of daily living through the Long-Term Care (LTC) and Home and Community Based Services (HCBS) Programs. This article sheds some light on those programs.

"Leading Benefits in Action has been one of the most humbling experiences of my career. I've gained a deeper understanding of the barriers people face in accessing what should be basic human needs—food, health care, and financial security. "

Beginning May 1, 2026, changes under the new federal law, H.R.1, will impact SNAP eligibility for many lawfully present immigrants, including some refugees, asylees, and parolees. As a result, many individuals and families who currently receive SNAP benefits may no longer qualify.

May is Older Americans Month. This is our opportunity to celebrate recognize the contributions of older adults and promote their health and independence. With an ever-increasing life expectancy, preserving one’s health and independence is increasingly important.

Cari Frank speaks about the importance of compassion, hope, and support in 2026!

Celebrating Older Americans Month: Powered by Connection Established in 1963, Older Americans Month (OAM) is celebrated every May. Led by...

Please call or send an email to your representatives by this Wednesday, March 27 and urge them to fund the Area Agencies on Aging! Find...