Need-To-Know Insights, Guidance, and News to Secure Your Benefits

While many people know about the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), there are other food programs designed specifically to help seniors. Read: Secrets of Social Security: Essen...

If you receive CalFresh benefits in California, there’s an important deadline coming up in August 2025 that could affect your monthly food support. To keep your benefits going...

If you're a California resident struggling with high energy bills, there are several income-qualified assistance programs that can help, even beyond those run by the California Departm...

We're all aware that money doesn't just fall from the sky. However, there are instances where you can receive funds without the obligation of repayment. Personal grants represent financial awards dis...

Who couldn't use a little extra spending money these days? Between rising prices and economic uncertainty, many families are looking for ways to supplement their income. One easy option is taking online...

The Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program provides financial assistance to low-income individuals who are elderly, blind, or disabled. Each year, the maximum SSI payment is adjusted based on the Cost-of-Li...

Social Security beneficiaries may need to brace for a modest Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) in 2026. Based on the latest inflation indicators, the estimated COLA increase stands at 2.4%, the smallest ad...

Suppose you’re living on a limited income in retirement or dealing with a disability. In that case, there’s good news: you may be eligible to receive Social Security, Sup...

If you live in Illinois, you could be getting free money this summer without lifting a finger. The Enhanced Money Match program from the Illinois Treasurer’s Office is actively mailing out checks to resid...