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16 Million Older Americans are Not Claiming Their Food Benefits, AARP Reports
Source: https://www.aarp.org/politics-society/advocacy/info-2025/older-adults-not-claiming-snap-benefits.html
AARP's analysis reveals that a significant majority of eligible older adults are not utilizing SNAP food benefits. This underutilization affects roughly 16 million individuals aged 50 and over, with even lower participation rates among those 60 and older.
Despite rising food insecurity among this demographic, many are forgoing potential financial assistance for groceries. The report suggests that barriers such as complex application processes, perceived stigma, and the minimum benefit amount might contribute to this issue.
AARP advocates for improved outreach and policy changes to increase SNAP access for older adults, emphasizing the program's importance in supporting their health and independence.