Feb 11, 2026
New Mexico Launches Emergency Food Aid for Immigrants in 2026 — Here’s Who Qualifies
New Mexico has rolled out a temporary, state-funded food assistance program aimed at protecting immigrant households who are losing access to federal SNAP benefits in 2026. The move co...
Feb 18, 2026
Live in California? This Program Pays Artists $10,200 — Check Who Qualifies
A guaranteed income program in Northern California is offering selected artists more than $10,000 in direct payments and the money comes with no spending restrictions. The Creative Growth Gr...
Feb 05, 2026
VA SMC-S Benefits: How to Receive Maximum Monthly Compensation
Special Monthly Compensation at the S level (SMC-S) provides higher VA disability payments to veterans with severe service-connected conditions that limit independence. Often called “housebound” ben...
Jan 23, 2026
GERD VA Disability Rating: How Veterans Can Qualify for Monthly Compensation
Veterans with GERD (acid reflux) may qualify for VA disability benefits if the condition is linked to military service. While GERD has no standalone diagnostic code, the VA rates it by analogy to ...
Jan 13, 2026
$500 Monthly Housing Payments for Low-Income Homeowners: Who Qualifies
A new round of $500 monthly stimulus-style payments is rolling out under the Housing Stability Initiative, a guaranteed income program designed to help families stay housed and financially stable. The p...
Jan 09, 2026
Are You Eligible for SSI or SSDI Back Pay? Here’s How to Know
If you’re approved for SSDI or SSI, you may be eligible for back pay — money owed for months you qualified but weren’t paid while your claim was pending. Eligibility depends mainly on when yo...
Dec 09, 2025
Free iPhone 2025: SNAP, Medicaid, SSI, Section 8 & Veterans Benefits Now Eligible
Many low-income households can get a free iPhone or a heavily discounted smartphone in 2025 through the federal Lifeline Program. This program helps families stay connected by offering free d...
Dec 04, 2025
Who Is Eligible for the New $500-a-Month Guaranteed Income Program?
Cook County, Illinois, has officially made its guaranteed income program permanent, setting aside $7.5 million in the 2026 budget. The program provides $500 a month in unrestricted cash payments, following...
Oct 22, 2025
Chapter 33 VA Benefits 2025: Full List of Requirements to Receive 100% Coverage
The Post-9/11 GI Bill, officially known as Chapter 33 VA benefits, remains one of the most impactful education assistance programs available to U.S. veterans. Read: Breaking Down VA Benefits Ch...
Oct 13, 2025
SNAP Eligibility for Seniors and People with Disabilities: Special Rules and Benefits You Should Know
The United States Department of Agriculture offers the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to help low-income individuals and families buy healthy food. If yo...
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