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Financial Wisdom We Received from Our Moms

While economists spend years learning the intricacies of our monetary system, many will tell you that some of the best financial advice they received was from their parents. Mothers can be particularly adept at instilling fiscal resp...

6 Tips for How to Stay Well at Work This Week

The fact is that we spend a large part of our waking hours on the job. We cannot have two sets of habits; one for work and one for home. Healthy work habits will help your overall wellness and will ensure that you are a more effec...

If Not Inflation, Then What? Why More Americans are Relying on SNAP

  Over the past few years, an increasing number of Americans have found themselves relying on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) for assistance, even when inflation is not the primary ...

How to Make Healthy Choices with Your SNAP Benefits

The food you eat fuels your body, and finding nutritious options that fit within your budget can be a challenge. For low-income individuals and families, SNAP benefits can provide a vital resource to access healthier and m...

It's Time for a New Cell Phone and Plan!

Did you know that you can get a a new cell phone and very low rate plan if you already qualify for one of these: - Food Stamps or SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) - Medicaid - Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Fede...

7 Strategies to Help You Function Within Your Means Without Feeling Limited

Living within your means equates to spending equal or less than what you have coming in monthly. But for many individuals, it can be difficult to adhere to that age-old adage. Credit cards, emergency ...

4 Wellness Gift Ideas for the Holidays

The wellness revolution is well underway in this country. It is now a way of life for many people, and they devote great effort to maintaining their health. This encompasses their shopping and their habits. The good news is that when you...

Intermittent Fasting Can Improve Your Health

Recent studies have shown that people who fast intermittently will have better health outcomes than those who do not. Intermittent fasting can have benefits both in terms of weight control and on heart health. This will lead to a l...

​​​​​​​Stretching SNAP Benefits for a Healthier Diet on a Fixed Income

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides a vital lifeline for low-income individuals and families, but the minimum benefit of $23 per month often falls short. Desp...