Let's protect and improve food assistance/SNAP in Maine!

Things are really hard right now with the cost of food and the reduction in SNAP benefits. Those in power are making decisions about food assistance right now.
Will you help us? Please share your experiences with food assistance/SNAP.

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How has food assistance/SNAP made a difference in your life?

What are the biggest challenges with food assistance/SNAP?

Do you have enough food right now for you and your family?

YesNoI'm not sure, but concerned

Has the recent decrease in SNAP benefits had an impact on you? How?

Do you need to report your work hours to DHHS?

YesNo

If so, Is it hard for you to get the information you need or to keep up with reporting requirements? Please explain.

What’s the most important thing we should do to improve food assistance for people facing hunger in Maine?

Anything else we should know about SNAP or food access in Maine?

Which of these programs have you participated in?
Please check all that apply.

TANFASPIREFood Assistance/SNAPParents as ScholarsHOPEMaineCareRental AssistanceNone of the above

I am an advocate with people in poverty

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What work do you do or what care do you provide?

What do you hope for your future?

What do you like about living in Maine?

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