As of November 1, 2025, millions of Americans—including many older adults—may not receive their monthly food benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. This disruption affects individuals living on fixed incomes, many of whom rely on SNAP to afford groceries and maintain their health.
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November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to honor the dedication and sacrifices of the 63 million family caregivers in the United States, including 1.4 million in Massachusetts who assist loved ones in living independently at home.
This November, join AARP Long Island (New York) in recognizing National Family Caregivers Month with discounts, resources and information around AARP’s HomeFit at participating Costello’s ACE Hardware stores, across Nassau and Suffolk this November.