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90 Years Later, Social Security Still Delivers for Rhode Islanders
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AARP Rhode Island is raising awareness of the benefits of ADUs, making it easier to permit units and expanding the state's age-friendly, accessible, and affordable housing.
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The West End of Providence is the city's -- and the state's -- most economically distressed neighborhood. The jobless rate among its largely Hispanic population tops 20 percent; it is by most estimates the most dangerous part of the city. Hidden in the West End are the elderly hungry, whose "food insecurity" is reflected in the number of people who rely on the federal SNAP program (formerly food stamps) to Meals on Wheels, congregate meals sites at senior centers and neighborhood food pantries.
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Two years ago, Theresa Dickey heard that she and her husband might qualify for food stamps. Their total retirement income--Social Security and two pensions--came to less than $1,500 per month.She was 86, her husband nearly 90. They had some health problems, and medical bills of up to $200 a month. So she applied, and was approved.
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AARP Foundation Giving $1.3 Million to Communities Hit Hardest by Superstorm Sandy
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