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.
This article was submitted a guest commentator. The article focuses on diminishing caregiver stress during the holidays. The article was submitted by Jane Marks, AARP West Virginia State President.