I wish that the people who make these algorythyms for food stamps had to actually live on them.
@cathyt144
5 жыл бұрын
i heard the term "food insecurity"last week to describe those of us who dont have enough $to buy food ,lifes basic need. Ramen noodles,peanut butter ,and pot pies are considered meals in my home. i am a disabled widow of a veteran and receive no survivors benefits from VA. i was only receiving $16a month on food stamps then after our little so called "increase"at the beginning of the year i wasnt eligible for that anymore. the need is REAL for so many of our disabled and elderly. its sad that i worked 2&3jobs at a time when i was able bodied and now i have to struggle to buy food and medications. thanks for sharing this info.
@Billboardmister36
5 жыл бұрын
Receive two much money on disability. Get only $16 per month. Live alone by myself. I live in Illinois. Have 2 food pantries I am connected to and provide plant of food. So I'm thankful.
@Sosher
5 жыл бұрын
This year my SSDI benefits we're raised $30.00 this year my food stamp allotment went down $ 33.00. It just never seems to get easier for anyone.
@bee4907
5 жыл бұрын
My SSdi was only 348. I have two kids and my food was less than 100.
@sundragon1976
5 жыл бұрын
YEP! mine went up $30 also and foodstamps down by $70! I only get $92 for a 2 person household. I know some get more, but it’s not enough...
@bigdaddyed4833
5 жыл бұрын
Lord JESUS CHRIST Please help us to trust in you alone. I'm disabled. Been now for years. And my little disability check just doesn't go far. I sure dont live high on the hog. I've learned. Dollar tree is my store. All I know is my lord is coming back soon. And I'll live pain free. Life is hard.
@gajoy1
5 жыл бұрын
I live in pain 😭 every day
@DedraAmbroseandSnow
5 жыл бұрын
Yea I hear you. I have a service dog I have to take care of. 771 a month doesn't go far. I only get 114 a month foodstamps and it's not enough to last the whole month it sucks.
@bigdaddyed4833
5 жыл бұрын
@@gajoy1 I'll pray for you JOY I also live with pain everyday. 3 back surgery Knee surgery. Hip replacement I try and do little side jobs Cause 1.100 doesn't go far. And $15 food stamps. Medical Bill's rent. Car insurance. Cars paid for. A 98. But its mind. But I dont complain Some dont have what I have I use to complain about my feet hurting. Till I saw a man with no legs. God WILL PROVIDE
@vickiefinney6073
5 жыл бұрын
big daddy Ed careful what you buy at Dollar tree, cause you can get most can goods cheaper t Walmart. Plus a lot of product are small there. Just compare prices. I'll be praying for you. I depend daily on the Lord. His word says He will supply all our needs. Blessings ❤
@TruthSeeker-yv7my
5 жыл бұрын
GOD BLESS YOU
@pansypainter8121
5 жыл бұрын
You should be a social worker as some don't care that you are barely getting by, I'm on my SSI n I can barley get threw the month because I have to pay the bills n after rent, light bill phone n the main thing's to live so after all that n dr.bills I can hardly get enough food to get threw for the month I pray for everyone struggling like that it's really hard
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
I am so sorry! It can be so hard to get by. Here are some links that might help: To save money on power bills: lowincomerelief.com/power To save money on internet: lowincomerelief.com/internet And to find more freebies and deals in your state: lowincomerelief.com/save-money-get-free-stuff/ I hope this helps!
@brendabilotti1912
5 жыл бұрын
Same here Pansy, I REALLY appreciate finding this channel. Everyday is struggle....I am in California and have been on housing waitlists for YEARS!! They just keep getting longer!! Last place I applied to is 10 YEARS!!!
@brendabilotti1912
5 жыл бұрын
@@LowIncomeRelief Just found you!!! New subscriber. Do you have any advice on housing?
@annapinkypinky2589
5 жыл бұрын
So true they don't care I like u it hard to get by with my check with bills
@pansypainter8121
5 жыл бұрын
God bless you Brenda I will be praying for you as I know how hard it is to scrape by every month with no help that makes me so sad I will pray they help you n all who need it we're kinda like the invisible people who pray n pray for any help bless you Brenda
@marylandry440
5 жыл бұрын
I applied for the EBT card under their new ruling that SSI receiver's can now qualify for food stamps. At the office the worker said yes I could get 50.00 a month, but then they said I had been denied because I received too much SSI. I am a homeowner so I only claim a standard amount that all people get for SDG&E then my home insurance and yearly taxes. But she said only those item are allowed to be claimed. No phone, water. trash or household expenses like plumbing, hot water heater, leaking roof which I have, are allowable. I am so depressed! Mary
@cookalotg434
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this information. It really helps us out. I receive 16 a month and it is definitely not going to be enough for a month.
@kimjaxson8671
5 жыл бұрын
You should work for the federal government to help people!! You need paid well for this.
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@kimjaxson8671
5 жыл бұрын
@@LowIncomeRelief people don't know these things. I needed food once and had not a clue where or how to find the food banks. Still don't. Crazy times
@deannadove3505
5 жыл бұрын
She could never work for the US government because she cares about people and would actually ASSIST them. This is not what the US Government wants. You must understand that to be a successful Government Public Assistance worker, one must prevent any assistance being provided that the Government can avoid providing. They are NOT there to help you. That's why what this channel is doing is so very needed, appreciated and a precious blessing! btw....I am not receiving any assistance but my poor, sweet Mama needed it before she died recently and did not know what or how she was eligible for and no one told her or helped her find out. I was out of the country at the time. So she never received what she needed and qualified for and thus died.
@nancyomalley6441
5 жыл бұрын
@@ashleyash9421 Get lost-She just said that she doesn't want that type of job because of its limiting bureaucracy
@ultravioletpisces3666
5 жыл бұрын
@@ashleyash9421 trolling others to make yourself feel better is for the weak minded.
@denisemanier6871
5 жыл бұрын
Not sure if she mentioned it, but if you have roommates that you don’t purchase food with them or prepare meals with them you may want to submit a “Shared Household Verification Form” for your own protection, with your application.
@shawnagreen5866
5 жыл бұрын
I know that some of you are struggling .. I know what it is like being so broke that your down counting change just to buy a 1/2 gal of milk .. I know that groceries are getting so expensive.. And you can't even afford the healthy stuf apples are almost 6 bucks to a carton of fat cakes that are processed packaged and sold for under 2 bucks.. If you can and are able help yourself and get a part time job.. Its the only thing that can give you xtra money to afford even the necessities.. I remembered thinking paper towels are a luxury item.. I'm not saying this to offend. I'm just trying to put this out there cause nobody deserves better than you do.. Find a job that is easiest for you.. Stuffing envelopes, cleaning an office.. Anything is better than crying bc that electric bill got higher bc that power company did an estimate.. Hated that.. I hope it gets better for you, life is not fair but you have to do what you have to do in order to eat.. And I hate hearing the money you worked for is not getting paid back to you.. That is not right...
@isidoreaerys8745
4 жыл бұрын
You are a sweetie pie and I’m really liking your channel. I have a suggestion, and that is that you Produce videos about upcoming News regarding Public Policy of The SNAP program and empowering your subscribers to take action. For example I watched the Congressional hearing over the ABOD when I found out Without any prior notice that Trump had revoked my state’s exception to the policy which would cause me to lose my benefits. It would be great to be able to create public conversations about these policies to hold these lawmakers accountable. Because often times these attacks on social programs tend to be ignored by the mainstream media.
@JustMe-os2yr
5 жыл бұрын
As a case worker I think you should point out that many times unless someone is considered elderly or disabled their medical expenses do not count. As for utilities we don’t exact cost to client. And we do income conversion if a client isn’t salaried, paid twice a month or on SSi - ssa
@margieescarsega2842
5 жыл бұрын
Here in California they dont ask for light bills, gas bill, or phone bill anymore. All they ask for is if you pay rent and how much you and who's in your house hold. Forfood Stamps you don't get the cost of living at all. Meat cost so much just like everything else. It takes about $500.00 a month justto eat 3 meals a day with basic meat no snacks or sweets at all.
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
Just because they are not asking for it does not mean they will not deduct it if you bring in your proofs. They are not trying to help anyone increase their amounts but if you go to the fda snap site you will see that LEGALLY all states have a deduction for the cost of you light/gas and phone bill. some give an automatic amount but if yours is higher then you can ask for your actual bills to be deducted. Ask your worker what your deduction for heating/cooling, electric, gas, phone etc is. If no amount is given make sure you give her amounts or proofs.
@kasslue1877
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for your hard work and love. God bless and prosper you.
@carolynrose4525
5 жыл бұрын
They do not go by your "actual" utility bills they only allow so much depending on your family size. When I got them a long time ago my whole utility deduction was only 160!! My electric was actually 200 a month by itself. It is not right they should go by your actually Bill's because that's what you pay out!!
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
I agree! Some states use a flat-rate deductions and others use the exact amount. I've heard that if you bring your actual utility bill in, you can get that adjusted... but it may not work in every case. If you're still dealing with high utility bills, though, our newest video might help! :) kzitem.info/news/bejne/0neQ23mIjqqjn6Q
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
@@LowIncomeRelief In my state and others, you can ask for the flat rate deduction which has increased a lot over the years OR you can ask them to use your regular bills OR you can have them figure out the higher amount and use that.
@terriecanady1432
5 жыл бұрын
Just found out that if you have an ebt card you qualify for an Amazon Prime membership at half price. I don't have one myself but I can see where this could be helpful to someone...
@terriecanady1432
5 жыл бұрын
@anita ericksonhak i did have to go into the chat forum to see how to do it. I wish I could remember how 😁 but it is true they just ask you to input your ebt card number.
@helenmurphy3143
5 жыл бұрын
5.99
@ajm5063
4 жыл бұрын
You can also use the snap benefits on amazon pantry for food to home delivery. It's a little more expensive but you can search for anything (almost)
@_S1NN3RS_
5 жыл бұрын
THANK YOU FOR THIS VERRY HELPFUL VIDEO AND YOUR HONESTY , YOU WOULD MAKE 1 GREAT AWSOME SOCIAL WORKER 😉👍😉
@savvycrafter8518
5 жыл бұрын
I get $229 a month in Social Security disability. That’s it when I did get SSDI in Missouri the max is $684 a month.
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
You need to apply for SSI to get the difference and some states have SSI supplement tht you can also get if you ask for it..Make sure you apply for snap as well as regular assistance until your SSI is approved.
@Latoshajsinspiration
4 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed,thanks for all the helpful information.
@cmck2021
5 жыл бұрын
Thank you for addressing this topic.
@ajp806
5 жыл бұрын
Shoot they never tell you any of this at the dshs office thank you for explaining it to everyone.
@bcherie229
5 жыл бұрын
If you ask how they came up with your food stamp amount they will show you how they calculated it. What you can do is after 2 months give them paystubs and they will recalculate based on actual income vs. The projected income. There is no deduction for paying medical expenses or toilet paper in my state.
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
Of course not.....they do not want you to know the ways to advocate for more benefits
@Parker_World_Tv
5 жыл бұрын
My husband and I only get $5 in food stamps a month. We even lost our Medicaid that was based on our disability just because we got married in 2015
@helenmurphy3143
5 жыл бұрын
get a legal aid
@marylandry440
5 жыл бұрын
Does state property taxes count? I have to save all year to pay over 2200.00 a year in my state house property tax.
@caryn9561
5 жыл бұрын
They are starving people they do not count that food prices went up high .
@pansypainter8121
5 жыл бұрын
Catgirl You are so right n they don't care if people r starving
@TheAngWel
5 жыл бұрын
But we - US Continues giving to 3rd world countries that are seriously lacking. They - government needs to look around HERE !
@micheleheise8581
5 жыл бұрын
thanks Nicole
@robertthompson3920
4 жыл бұрын
I am glad for my food stamps, but $15 does not but much only one meal
@rosalbahamer994
5 жыл бұрын
Buy what's on sale always especially meat
@donaldjaggersjr2686
5 жыл бұрын
@Goodie Gurl same here! 👍
@austinklein1172
5 жыл бұрын
I don't get food stamps. But I am low income. I buy the meat that are at reduced priced.
@barbaracurtis3801
5 жыл бұрын
I was out of work for 3 yrs, and so was my husband. they refused food stamps for us because we own a home...we were paying a fat mortgage.
@glxskyiscool9990
5 жыл бұрын
Probly because they think you should downsize or sell it. They don't want to give you foodstamps so you can pay your fat morgage.they will not give anyone benefits that own big homes or own expensive assets. It's intended for less fortunate people who don't have enough money to eat not people who can't pay there fat mortgage.
@barbaracurtis3801
5 жыл бұрын
My apology, the house is not that big, my fat mortgage would not have been fat if we were both working, and one should not have to choose between eating or a roof over their head.
@barbaracurtis3801
5 жыл бұрын
Juan Y Michelle Mendoza , I also forgot, the stamps were only supposed to be until I had a job. I had been looking for those past 3 yrs. It seems to me, you thought I was sitting in luxury, far from the truth. I however, have God to thank that we survived those years.
@glxskyiscool9990
5 жыл бұрын
@@barbaracurtis3801 well I think they should have at least granted some sort of temporary relief,I agree. No judgement here. Just my understanding of the way they work. I think that if you had a good reason for being out of work than some sort of temporary help should have been available.my response was not based on judgement,only my understanding of what it's actually for. I agree sometimes life throws hardball's at you and unfortunately owning a house prevents you from getting nessisary help like government programs that pay your electric for six months and stamps. I didn't say I agree with it. I am on public housing and planning to transition into owning a home. All those programs available to me now will no longer be available once I do this so I'm making sure to be financially ready if that's even possible. With all the changes coming I don't want to be stuck with nowere to go when they through everyone on housing out.scary but I'm thankful for time to prepare
@dawnsanner2118
5 жыл бұрын
My sister owns her own home and gets food stamps. It all depends on the entire income of your home
@krotoumousoumahoro3784
5 жыл бұрын
Food stamps are helping out low income thanks for
@nootherlikemyownskin3818
4 жыл бұрын
What services online for delivery that I can use an EBT card? "In Oregon"
@kierraharris4894
5 жыл бұрын
I am married but I'm not living with my spouse. He lives out of state for work purposes. Would I have to consider him under my household for food stamps? I live with my parents because I don't work.
@debralady9934
5 жыл бұрын
I got hurt on my job an they only give me 15$ a month I'm on workercompsation an it not much at all
@TanyaP822
5 жыл бұрын
New subbie thank you for the information 👀🤗
@lindapeters3685
4 жыл бұрын
Not all states use the same calculations. Michigan does a flat rate and doesn't take into consideration the bills you pay. I just started getting food stamps because of covid-19 and they have me $16 dollars, I'm on disability.
@darrylnickles6091
2 жыл бұрын
I get only $20/mo. I am a disabled senior, living with a 59 female. She gets $794 SSI & me net $1376.
@jamesvargo6653
5 жыл бұрын
How can I get the help I need to pay for my electric bill.It will be disconnected on March 12,2019.I was wondering if if I can get any kind of funding to pay for my electric bill.My wife has epilepsy and she needs the electricity on she has a oxygen machine to.If you can help us that would be great.Thankyou and God bless you.
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
That's a great question, James! We just uploaded a new video about how we received help with our power bills. You can also see the resources we've found in your area at lowincomerelief.com/power :)
@reverentconsciousness8767
5 жыл бұрын
Different state to state and counties
@dorislesuretricelesuretayl1639
5 жыл бұрын
ask the light Company if they have any assistance..call 211
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
To help with oxygen, company can not disconnect a resident who is on oxygen that is life sustaining, call your electric company see how or what information you need to get from your Dr to help,. Then I don't know what institutions you have in your area to help with past due bills, here we have cac, we have a place as well to see how much you come up with then if you qualify they ll pay the rest.
@thehollyannrose
5 жыл бұрын
I appreciate this. I’m about to be on ebt again, and it’s not enough to get by with a healthy allergy friendly diet. (I’m allergic to everything lol). Anything to help someone out is nice. Thanks
@anandaharris1481
5 жыл бұрын
I have about 192.00 a month to spend on food .. i find that price chopper, price rite and or food lion..get roast , buy 1 get 1 for meat like pork chops get it
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Buy 1 Get 1 deals are AMAZING! Thanks for sharing! :) -Nicole
@SuperMan-pc8ix
4 жыл бұрын
Oregon doesn't take into consideration any deductions for food stamps. They actually listed my income higher than I actually make
@theresaconner185
5 жыл бұрын
Great information, thanks.
@christinajackson3462
5 жыл бұрын
Great helpful information. Thank you.
@bridgetthilderbrand520
5 жыл бұрын
thank you
@jazzwolf7404
5 жыл бұрын
My mom is on Socical security, disability. She only receives $23 per month food assistance. And when she gets a cost of living increase in her check, they deduct from her food assistance. How can she get more. $23 is not enough to buy anything!
@ThePocohontis
5 жыл бұрын
the more money youget the less food stamps you get shes probably getting 1500 a month though
@jazzwolf7404
5 жыл бұрын
@@ThePocohontis she is actually getting about $800 per month. She does get a slight housing allowance to help her pay rent. That's why I couldn't figure out why she is getting so little in food assistance. And she is a heart patient and a diabetic. Hard for her to eat healthy. So I send her food store cards from time to time.
@ThePocohontis
5 жыл бұрын
im sorry for misunderstanding she definately should get more stamps@@jazzwolf7404
@annapinkypinky2589
5 жыл бұрын
@@jazzwolf7404 I know right after rent of 500 and then lights and stuff 800 don't go far for medical bills and meds I know because I only get 20 dollars after my check so I should get more too but I don't I got rheumatoid arthritis so I don't know how they really do the thing so I am in sans boat as your mom
@annapinkypinky2589
5 жыл бұрын
@@jazzwolf7404 but I don't get help with my rent
@fernandovargas7562
4 жыл бұрын
Good info. Thank you
@gwendolyndavison830
5 жыл бұрын
My best friend gets $770 a month in ssi and her rent, light, water, and gas is well over $690 every month she was getting 100 in food stamps and when she got a $20 raise she was cut off!!
@jannelson8029
5 жыл бұрын
Gwendolyn Davison we need new president that will stop cuts and start finding ways to help feed the elderly kids disabled homeless and sick..
@bee4907
5 жыл бұрын
I was cut off my ssdi for not going to the emergency room enough anymore. I got sick of being treated like complete dirt. They cant do anything for me because its fibromyalgia and IC. They always give me antibiotics for ic. I'm allergic to so many now.
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
@@bee4907 get a regular doctor that you see who will get to know you and can write reports for the ssdi, Emergency rooms cost too much, is a waste of r esources and you have no dr with a good relationship. I do know what you mean as They want to see like 2 ER visits a year but if you have a good regular dr you see every month you can bypass that requirement. Make sure you appeal that decision and start going back to the drs NOW,
@helenmurphy3143
5 жыл бұрын
its heartless man really sucks
@vorkev1
5 жыл бұрын
in my state the only deduction you get despite what the internet sys I know I have asked the state and the local office and several workers and that is for gas and heating and they must be in your name. they also count your income before tax and before other things. for instance say you get 1000$ a month from ssa well even tho they take so much for medacare deductible they do not count that deductible. also keep in mind thay clame you care getting help with your deductible not true calling ssa will back that up. with that sed and the amount each month you are making 100$ over the limit for medace with out a deductible and will only get $10 in stamps and yes I no people say the min is 15 that's not true the min is $10
@rezenaenendu6001
2 жыл бұрын
How can I receive cash on EBT that will help me a lot?
@seeyourself6704
5 жыл бұрын
Question what kind of insurance is considered a deduction ? Your information is helpful !
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Great question! I have been able to confirm that health insurance payments and homeowners insurance payments count toward deductions. For anything beyond that, I'd recommend contacting someone at your local office.
@annapinkypinky2589
5 жыл бұрын
I was told they only care about how much u pay for rent all the other stuff they have a limit on I been told by a coworker they always ask to see my bills and they make copies of them
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
Not true, Definitely show your bills, especially your heat bill, the limit for the heat and cooling deduction is pretty high, It is usually a standard deduction of a very good amount.. Even if you only pay $1 for heat you will get a much bigger amount of snap than if you dont tell them you pay anything for heat.
@josephtaylor2819
5 жыл бұрын
I don't know what state does but the dmv where i live do andsome dmv will let you get your id for 6 and something cent if you have ebt
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
That's a great tip! You can get all sorts of awesome discounts with EBT. We have a full list that includes everything from discounted Amazon Prime to free zoo admission at lowincomerelief.com/EBT :)
@furryplantsandcoins9070
5 жыл бұрын
Is there any deductions for having to use the laundromat? I live in a low-income apartment and have to use it.not allowed to have a washer and dryer.
@furryplantsandcoins9070
5 жыл бұрын
@@tami8965 I'm disabled and looking at another surgery on my back . Now your telling me I can work. Not happening. Not that I haven't wanted to work. But you tell me a job I can do especially after a surgery. I can't stand or sit for long periods of time. Also can't do a lot of bending or squatting. I'm in almost constant pain. That's why I'm having surgery.
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
I'm so sorry, Tina! I try to moderate these comments and keep the trolls at bay, but this video has received a lot of attention over the last few days and it's difficult to keep up. I've deleted that vicious comment. I am not aware of a deduction for laundry but it never hurts to ask. They probably consider that part of the standard deduction though. :(
@furryplantsandcoins9070
5 жыл бұрын
@@LowIncomeRelief which deduction would that be? I don't pay a water bill. Only electric and rent. Also the comment I just consider a ignorant person that doesn't understand . They're comments don't hurt me. They apparently don't have anyone in their life that has to rely on government help.
@furryplantsandcoins9070
5 жыл бұрын
@Nicole Ainsworth I'm sorry you went through that .
@MP-jp1vb
5 жыл бұрын
there is no deduction for laundry.
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
I think this is good for Seniors, anyone else in need. I hate depending on the service to begin with. I m fine what I get. I don't know why people who are working. with excellent pay,enough hours.....need anymore.... I understand everyone and anyones life changes in blink of an eye, there's no need for greed.....just pointing that out.
@barbfrontczak1791
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks for all the helpful information. You should be a social worker. It seems like you really understand how hard it is to make ends meet.
@ampload
5 жыл бұрын
They reduced my food stamps down to 79.00 a month..its so hard to make it on 79.00 a month for food.
@chrisfry436
5 жыл бұрын
@@herbertloper2863 You need to have an attitude adjustment, some people do use these temporarily such as out of work, college kids, young Mothers etc but what about the long term people...our Senior Citizens who worked hard alll their lives, dont have alot of income because they helped their kids, or did not get paid alot to save alot. had no pension or 401K! it is hard for the younger ones to realize that now with so much disposable income for their cars, phones, cable, clubbing, eating out, etc so the elderly are the ones who are suffering, the things they need THE MOST are not covered by their Medicare such as hearing aids, vision, dental, etc, and they still have to pay the premiums for this and any other advantage or medigap plan, you get a little money or benefit from one place but it gets reduced or taken back when you do something else. And these people have budgeted, not everyone has the same opportunities as another and that is life, but to let our seniors and veterans be in the food bank line, or trying to get help with their heat bill is a SHAME.
@rebeccabush9391
5 жыл бұрын
I'm 72 and get $15.00. I had to go back to work with special needs kids in a school bus. no end in sight..just death.
@lindayarbrough-bacon5503
4 жыл бұрын
Live with family member,disabled ,58, get food stamps,194.00 but have to pay utility light bill as well, my stamps are used toward light bill and eating , why i don't qualify for more stamps.......
@peggyconverse7622
5 жыл бұрын
I am a disabled senior. I get SSDI and Widows benefits. I have my 2 grandchildren , 12 and 13 staying with me..their parents won't let me have legal custody as the parents dont want to lose the SNAP benefits for the children. Is there any way to get additional help.? ( Wisconsin)
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
Check into a program designed to help you raise other people s. children...if you go to legal aid they maybe able to get you custody or guardianship.
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
Yes, apply for the snap benefits for those children, THe state will automatically cancel it to the parents as it is to go to the person who is raising the child. Tell them the children live with you. The parents should be grateful you are raising them, they are not entitled to that money. Plus you can add them to your SSDI check and you will get another check for the children. It doesn't matter if you have custody or not, you have physical custody of them. You should then apply for custody of the children at court to make this legal since they are taking advantage of you. I had this done to me until I woke up. I was caring for 4 of my sisters children on my own income while she kept all the benefits. What a shame, she was a drug addict and NEVER got her kids back. I had to smarten up or we would not have enough to eat.
@gl1500ctv
4 жыл бұрын
Thank for this video.
@ericsgranny8933
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for helping us!
@darkstar7721
5 жыл бұрын
Last year was $570 this year is $208 and I had cut all my medicine heart meds hight blood pressure meds
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
I hope you can appeal or a way to talk to a committee you explain what happens.....I hope you are able to get this fixed.
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
you can apply for medicaid for your prescription medications or medicare pard D if you have medicare., If you get snap, you will most likely be approved for medical even if you get a spenddown (not sure if they do that anymore) at least you will be partially covered.
@helenmurphy3143
5 жыл бұрын
ask ya dr for samples
@kimdotson5130
5 жыл бұрын
What happens if your gross income is as far as they look? That's what I was told. My gross income was too high so they don't take into account any deductions. They stopped there and denied benefits.
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Hmm.... That's weird. Do you have the option to appeal?
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
Kim Dotson, not everyone is eligible for food stamps. If you make too much money then you will be denied. THe only way that it doesn't matter is if you are disabled or elderly then they look past the income and use deductions to see if you qualify. You can still make too much money as a disabled person on SSD or on elderly person working so it is not automatic. It is however much more liberal deductions for the elderly and disabled to get the income below guidelines to qualify.
@kennethhickman9528
4 жыл бұрын
I only get $16 a month and that won't even buy a frigerator full of food
@GoonytunezProductions
4 жыл бұрын
I can't eat nothing on 16 a month....im disgusted...😑
@jodytravers1485
5 жыл бұрын
i:m getting 15 a month and they just cancelled it.
@joannjones5662
2 жыл бұрын
We need more food stamp please
@furryplantsandcoins9070
5 жыл бұрын
Do you know how or where to go for a family care giver I'm in need of one and I know that they can be paid through my Medicaid or Medicare insurance but unsure where to start
@dmorales732
5 жыл бұрын
Ask your doctors office
@marthamendoza8640
5 жыл бұрын
I took care of my mom but went under an agency that hired me. Call your department of human services and ask them to give u numbers that u need someone to take care of u or you need those services.
@akbj2779
5 жыл бұрын
Check out the medicare website called www.mymedicare.gov They answer a lot of questions & you can do a chat with them. I think there is also a phone number to call for info.
@cynthiabeal-robinson2857
5 жыл бұрын
Speak to a social worker in your area at clinic your pcp has to first sign forms saying u need an aid
@familylifetoo9541
5 жыл бұрын
Look into.your States Rules What State are You in ?
@lowkedoutqueen
5 жыл бұрын
I really expected this to be satire.
@savvycrafter8518
5 жыл бұрын
I dumpster dive for food
@krizzthekid25
5 жыл бұрын
Buy what your family will eat.and like
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Krizz, Great tip! Thanks! -Riley
@adriannemitchell6012
4 жыл бұрын
What stores give freebies?
@c.joyceb.8991
5 жыл бұрын
I hope this helps the people with "real disabilities". Oh I am disabled cannot work but I drive a car, mow the grass, etc.. Seniors who need help only receiving social security, need help. But young able bodied men and women, should truly find a job. Not staying on food stamps. Thank you for all the information and video.
@anthonythorp7291
5 жыл бұрын
Yep, that's part of the problem. All the fakers are taking money from those truly in need.
@bigbrian2977
5 жыл бұрын
i dont get it i worked for 25 years and then broke my back had to get on ssi cause my doc said if i work i could injure my back again i get 700 _550 for rent -100 for gas 50 for lights then im broke then i get 140 for food help and i go threw that in 2 weeks so im stuck strectching it threw till it all repeats ,but yet my ex and her fam of 7 get all most 600 in stamps and her b/f gets 200/her sister gets 100 i just dont get it and none of them have held a job in there life and there drunks and drugys idk !!!
@reverentconsciousness8767
5 жыл бұрын
California most don't realize costs... Rents in less than desirable places run 1k and more a month. Than bills on top of that... And aide is less than your rent
@reverentconsciousness8767
5 жыл бұрын
And how do you know what your ex and their new person get? I couldn't even tell you were my ex lives 🤣
@jammiedodge9222
2 жыл бұрын
I wish that people that have addictions and because of that has caught felony charges (3) but since than has gotten treatment been cleaned up for 4+ years would be reconsidered for food stamps. I'm single, living on my own paying my bills and top it off I am on SSDI making a whole $800. And can't recieve food stamps
@annapinkypinky2589
5 жыл бұрын
I only get 20 dollars a month in foodstamp
@bcherie229
5 жыл бұрын
How much income do you earn
@rhondarichards1287
5 жыл бұрын
I get 15
@helenmurphy3143
5 жыл бұрын
try going to pantries
@deanamcdaniel513
5 жыл бұрын
I get$175.00 a month I am disabled permanently and know of ones who get $500.00 for her and daughter and full benefits. And a person who gets $200.00 and frauds the system why does this happen. I feed 2 people and we are diabetics he is retired and cant afford medical so unfair
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
That is so frustrating, Deana! That is definitely unfair and I'm so sorry to hear that. I wish there was more we could do to help!
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
First. No one calls in to.alert the fraud crime people don't want to get involved,. Get involved.
@mariec6601
5 жыл бұрын
Lol that thumbnail with the title!
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Yeah... It's not my favorite thumbnail but it's very effective!
@mariec6601
5 жыл бұрын
@@LowIncomeRelief I think it's cute! The people look so happy!
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks! I hear a lot of negative feedback about that particular image because they're a young couple. When I designed it, I just assumed they were starving college students. ;)
@mariec6601
5 жыл бұрын
@@LowIncomeRelief they look a little too happy to be grocery shopping! A little too happy to be broke, I lol'd at the pic. But it does look like they did get more foodstamps! So if I got a little extra, that is what I'll do, except my kids would be the ones pushing me in the cart! Then I would crash then get kicked out of the store, but it would be worth it! But seriously why is it negative?
@sundragon1976
5 жыл бұрын
Food stamp office doesn’t count my phone and they don’t care or alter anything if my utilities go up! Only rent....
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
My office by I go to takes all that into account....medical bills, phone bill, ....
@helenmurphy3143
5 жыл бұрын
wow
@suabeunityderrick
5 жыл бұрын
I been getting 28 just not enough.
@nubiannewbie0
5 жыл бұрын
Any childcare deduction? I pay $800 month in childcare
@Tata-iu3fy
5 жыл бұрын
Keisha H. Yes. Just give them proof of payments.
@bcherie229
5 жыл бұрын
There is no deduction for childcare only child support. However dshs does have a child care subsidy to help pay for child care if you earn under a certain amount
@Tata-iu3fy
5 жыл бұрын
Bcherie U yeah there is, if you pay for child care your food stamps go up.
@@Tata-iu3fy they go up marginally if you pay over a certain amount. Like 10 to 20 dollars
@marcisfamous
5 жыл бұрын
Nice video
@kayellen100
5 жыл бұрын
"If you are an adult child..." lol.
@sambollina
5 жыл бұрын
Ruby Sage adult child usually is an adult dependent.
@cathygreaver7402
4 жыл бұрын
I live on nothing somedays cant afford to eat no food
@kimwiles8201
5 жыл бұрын
I wish they did too because I get for one and the prices of food have gone up so much that I can not follow the diet's my Doctor want's me to follow I can only get like one are one to three packs of meat for a month. I due try to get fresh fruits but way too much so their just trying to make themselves look good because nobody cares that the Price's of everything has gone up but food stamps went done and when I did go to the food bank I was last got very little so I don't go anymore I not going to sit up there all day.
@helenmurphy3143
5 жыл бұрын
ensure is a drink and u can get it on ebt vanella or chocklot
@karenmarie9298
5 жыл бұрын
Omg where have you been my whole life? What about student loans? My principle balance was 2800 and now its over 11000.00. A span of over 11 years. All that is interest charges and whatever else they charge. Iam drowning in debt. Can u refer me to anyone that can help? On an average, im getting charged over 100.00 a month on interest alone. And the higher the balance, the higher the interest. Great video
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Yikes! Those fees are just awful. We did a rather extensive write-up of student loan issues last year but I know there's been a lot of discussion about changing the programs. We're going to revise these posts very soon. Anyway, here's what we have on student loans so far: Repayment plans: lowincomerelief.com/student-loan-debt-relief/ Total & Permanent Disability discharge: lowincomerelief.com/student-loan-forgiveness-disability/ How to stop student loan garnishments: lowincomerelief.com/stop-student-loan-wage-garnishment/ I hope some of this helps! -Nicole
@karenmarie9298
5 жыл бұрын
Thanks a bunch
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Karen, You're welcome! -Riley
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
Karen Marie, call your student loan and ask for a reduced rate of interest charge and ask that your monthly payment be reduced. If you are disabled you can ask for your payment be 0 and they will make the monthly payment until you are no longer disabled.
@mayteesierra3179
4 жыл бұрын
Wish I saw this video before I went to the office yesterday and honestly I don’t feel as if I’m getting the right amount of money I feel as if the lady messed up because I was helping her fill out the application and she kept calling her coworker🙄
@ecclairmayo4153
4 жыл бұрын
Not sure how I happened on this video but this is really good information and I am happy that it's out here for people who need it. However, and I hate to point this out but... I shutter to think how this video would have been received in the comments section if a black person titled a video, "How to Get More Food Stamps Every Month"
@debralady9934
5 жыл бұрын
Ok I am an I pay light and gas they didn't take none of that in consideration
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
My office I go to does
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
You have to bring a copy of your bills, make sure they are in your file and ask your worker if she deducted it.
@BrendaGarcia-mg9sv
4 жыл бұрын
I'm in low income
@annapinkypinky2589
5 жыл бұрын
I been told about medical bills u have to go down there the month u maded the medical bill like lets say u went in hospital in April right after u get out hospital u have to go down to food stamps and wait for 4 to 6 hours maybe 8 and tell them u were in hospital and u waiting for your bill and then when u get your bill u have to go back there and wait for 4 to 8 hours and then they will tell u if u get anymore food stamps but they can tell u one thing there in the office but the letter they send u in mail will be the last say so they can tell u at the office u will get more then u get the letter that tells u u are not going to get more that how they work it here in Arizona because I know I been though it and be told that
@tryme228
5 жыл бұрын
nicole my name is tony my wifes name is iris. i have too much to say to type here. is there a phone that i could call or an email to talk to someone in your organization
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Hey, Tony! I'm Nicole's assistant, Riley. You can email me at riley@lowincomerelief.com. I look forward to hearing from you! :) -Riley
@mariannecrider417
5 жыл бұрын
Love your article and caring ways. But the picture on your intro or whatever it is called makes it look like you are advocating living high off the government.
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
Hi Marianne. I'm sorry about the image. It's a struggle to find affordable stock photography that is also intriguing and click-worthy. At the time, this seemed like the best choice. I'll keep that feedback in mind as I choose future images, though. Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment! :)
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
It kinda seems like that to me to.
@martywalls1943
5 жыл бұрын
I. Draw. 6. Dollars. Month. On. Foodstamps. Pay. ,480 Dol. For. Rent. 150. To. 180 month. On. Power. Cheapest. Waterbill ..I..had. Is. 82. Dollars. Life. Ins. I. Have. Server. Seizures. I. Owe. So. Much. For. Ambulance. Rides. And. Doctor. Bills ..annd. Every day. Bills. But. I. Draw. To. Much. They. SAY. Anyone. On. Disability. That. Just. Work. At. A. Plant. Job. Knows. About. What. I. Draw. And. Them. 5, weeks. In. A. Month. Is. Rough.
@tinalizarazo9689
4 жыл бұрын
😊
@annapinkypinky2589
5 жыл бұрын
Also if u married they count u and your husband or wife money with your even if u are the only one going to get the food stamps
@MP-jp1vb
5 жыл бұрын
because if you are married living with spouse they are legally obligated to be in your SNAP household. if your kids father lives in the household be he is legally obligated to be included in the house hold.
@joyaustin6088
5 жыл бұрын
You should be putting everyone in your house hold .
@Cdray24
5 жыл бұрын
If you are married AND not living together then your spouse income does not count against you, but of course if you are married and living together then you are a household of 2 and both incomes count. Being married your wife/husband is equally responsible for buying each other food and making sure there is enough to eat for the both of you.
@allisoncollinson2453
5 жыл бұрын
Blah blah blah. You can't get. More than 190 a month for one person.
@Tata-iu3fy
5 жыл бұрын
Allison Collinson It’s 196 here, so...
@brendabilotti1912
5 жыл бұрын
I only get 60....how the hell can one person eat for 60 a month?!!!
@hustlehardermommy9675
5 жыл бұрын
@@brendabilotti1912 It would depend largely on where you live but here in Florida it's doable. Not fancy or fun but doable.
@pansypainter8121
5 жыл бұрын
I know how you feel Brenda I pay $500 in rent no help light bill no help n all my bills take every penny I don't get even 60 a month so I'm standing in the stores wondering what I can get that will even last 2 weeks much less a month but my neighbors get 400 in food stamps no young children she gets a check he works under the table n she goes to every food church n food bank there is not still not share were these places are so I are people I know can maybe get enough food to last the month n allot of the food they get goes to waste 😪 n here we are hangry
@bcherie229
5 жыл бұрын
@@brendabilotti1912 it means that you earn enough income to pay for food out of pocket.
@maryterry1980
5 жыл бұрын
Wooo-weee, the caption is a white woman and a white guy, shocked and happy at the same time that it's not some black woman, because a lot of times when we see these food stamps captions, they always showing black women.
@thelmafreedline5939
5 жыл бұрын
This gives me idea's to tell those low income people 😁😎👍👍👍
@saramartinez1901
5 жыл бұрын
I called the food stamps and. I ask for more stamps they said I could get more for rent and light bills u said I could get more for anything I buy like phone bill for tissue I pay for a lot of stuff. Car insurance my sons cotlh s my cloth BUT they didn't say I could get for ever thing I buy they just give 15 more dollors I am a single mom it's hard what should I do???? R they lieing
@patricemartinez3274
5 жыл бұрын
Know your trying to help people but noone can get xtra food stamps.
@chrisfry436
5 жыл бұрын
I dont think she necessarily means you get more than others, I believe she is saying to be sure you are reporting allll possible deductions to be sure you are getting the amount you qualify for!
@helenmurphy3143
5 жыл бұрын
farmers markets has extra bucks cards every 5 u spend u get 5 back
@LB-go7xy
5 жыл бұрын
You know what will combat these problems? Employment.
@LowIncomeRelief
5 жыл бұрын
That's a complicated answer. Many households that receive food stamps are employed but still can't make ends meet. Others are disabled and can't work. Employment isn't a complete solution, unfortunately.
@kmott5335
5 жыл бұрын
Many of us are over 65 and retired.
@bonisteel1
5 жыл бұрын
excuse me but I AM employed, full time, but still need food stamps. I make more than minimum wage, but not enough to pay car note, house note, electricity, water, car insurance, healthcare and still afford food with my salary alone. MANY people receiving public assistance work full time, but still need help.
@astridgalactic9336
5 жыл бұрын
@@kmott5335 Or over 65 and have been forced out of the job market and all over employers discriminate against you because of your age.
@klio1212
5 жыл бұрын
Lisa Bills, Wall would help also. Each year over 120 billion dollars is spent to help illegal immigrants. It breaks my heart when I see Americans starving.
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