Amidst a deepening recession and a frigid Minnesota winter, seniors throughout the state have become increasingly dependent on food assistance programs to ensure food security and proper nutrition. However, given the state’s current financial woes, the future of these programs is far from certain.

Food assistance programs play a vital role for Minnesota’s seniors. For one, they promote food-security, ensuring that seniors do not go hungry. However, they often play a more subtle role as well, by ensuring that seniors receive proper nutrition.

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