On the recordApril 14, 2022
SNAP plays a critical role in reducing the likelihood of food insecurity and we must make sure that eligible older adults can get the food they need to nourish themselves when they fall on hard times.
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Thompson emphasizes the importance of SNAP for food security among older adults.
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