USDA ERS - State SNAP Policies Unlikely to Close Participation Gap Between Seniors and Non-Seniors, Study Shows

Researchers studied how State policies in the administration of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program influenced participation by senior residents in those States. They found specific State policies were unlikely to close a gap between participation by senior and non-senior households.

4 National Programs Addressing Dietary Needs of the Older Population, Meeting the Dietary Needs of Older Adults: Exploring the Impact of the Physical, Social, and Cultural Environment: Workshop Summary

More Adequate SNAP Benefits Would Help Millions of Participants Better Afford Food

USDA ERS - New Analysis Reveals Significant Within-State Variation in SNAP Participation Rates

USDA ERS - Charts of Note

The 2013 Index of Dependence on Government

USDA ERS - Chart Detail

USDA ERS - Charts of Note

Who feels the calorie crunch and when? The impact of school meals

USDA ERS - Charts of Note