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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

Millions of older adults are eligible for food assistance from SNAP, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, but not enrolled. Get tools to educate older adults about SNAP and help them apply to receive this benefit.
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Understanding Benefits Participation in Your Area

Benefits Access

NCOA's new tool shows participation rates for older adults enrolled in the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Medicare Savings Programs (MSP), and Supplemental Security Income (SSI). Get started by selecting specific areas to see how they compare to national and state averages. 

About the Center for Economic Well-Being

The Center for Economic Well-Being Access helps organizations enroll seniors and younger adults with disabilities with limited means into the benefits programs for which they are eligible so that they can remain healthy and improve the quality of their lives. Learn more about our work, including the training and technical assistance NCOA provides.

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