Insights for Every Family
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LIHEAP: Offering Help to Those Struggling with Heating Bills
As the cold weather lingers, it serves as a reminder that winter is not yet behind us. While some may have managed to keep their thermostats low these past few months, there are still numerous individuals in Iow...
Buckle Up for LIHEAP: Your Guide to Energy Assistance in Champaign County
As the cool weather approaches, Champaign County residents have a valuable opportunity to get help with their energy bills. The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is gearing up to pro...
How to Receive Discounts on Your Utility Bills Through State Utility Assistance Programs
Many states offer Utility Discount Programs (UDP) and Energy Assistance Programs (EAP) to help low-income residents reduce their electric, gas, water, and sewer bills. Eligible applica...
Government Aid Arrives May 1: SSI Checks Target Utility Relief
As inflation continues to drive up prices for essentials like electricity, water, and gas, low-income Americans are feeling the strain. In response, the Social Security Administration (SSA) will issue Supplemen...
Will Social Security Payments Change Under Trump?
Donald Trump is back in the White House, and many retirees are asking: will my Social Security payments change? The answer is simple—your payments will stay on the same schedule, regardless of the administration. &nb...
Simple Habits for Saving Money on Expenses
Saving money on expenses is a key aspect of good financial management and can help you to live a more financially secure and stable life. It can help you stretch your budget further, especially if you have a limited income. ...
ACP Ended—Here’s How Low-Income Families Can Still Afford Internet
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) was a crucial federal initiative that helped millions of low-income families afford internet access, providing monthly credits of up to $30 ($75 for tribal lands) ...
Limited Access to Healthy Food Puts Strain on Families as Stores Opt Out of Government Program
In the struggle to find stores that accept federal food benefits for low-income families, many children are being forced to forgo essential items like fresh produce and milk. ...
A Guide to Essential Benefits for Struggling New York Families
New York offers a wide range of benefits programs to provide financial relief for families facing economic hardship. From food and energy assistance to tax credits and childcare subsidies, there are resources ...
