AARP continues to raise awareness of hunger among older adults, a growing problem nationwide. The affects of Hurricane Sandy have served to intensify the problem in the region. They are working with Hunger Solutions New York to raise awareness of nutrition assistance programs like the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), the new name for the Food Stamp Program, as part of the solution. Here in New York State, roughly 500,000 people age 60+ may be eligible for SNAP yet are not receiving them.
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