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How the Golden State Advantage Card Helps Families
The Golden State Advantage (GSA) card is an electronic benefits card designed to assist millions of families with household expenses. It functions like a debit or credit card and is used to access food assistance benefits,...
LIHEAP Expands Utility Expense Relief: Boosting Support for Families in 2024
In a welcome move to alleviate financial burdens on low-income households, the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has announced expanded benefits for families in 2024. This cruci...
Missed Out on $1,400 IRS Stimulus Payment? You Could Still Get Paid—and Save on Utility Bills
At a time when the cost of living is climbing, especially with inflation driving up utility bills, it’s crucial to take advantage of every opportunity to reduce financial str...
It's Time for a New Cell Phone and Plan!
Did you know that you can get a a new cell phone and very low rate plan if you already qualify for one of these: - Food Stamps or SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) - Medicaid - Supplemental Security Income (SSI) - Fede...
How to Stop Spending Money on Things You Don't Need
Is your pocket often empty due to impulse purchases? This type of spending can be detrimental to both your wallet and reaching long-term financial objectives. Knowing the issue is vital, but taking actionable steps to st...
SSDI March 19 Payment Could Help Cover Your Utility Bills — Up to $4,018 Available
Thousands of Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) beneficiaries could soon receive a much-needed financial boost to help with everyday expenses like utility bills, rent, and groceries....
2025 Tax Refunds Are Bigger — Here's How They Can Help With Bills, Utilities, and More
Great news for millions of Americans this tax season—the IRS confirms that 2025 tax refunds are averaging $3,382, a 6.3% increase from last year. This boost is mostly thanks to i...
Social Security Administration Confirms Extra $150 in Next Payment
The Social Security Administration (SSA) has recently confirmed that beneficiaries may be eligible for an additional $150 in their upcoming Social Security payment. The SSA employs a calculation method fo...
Elected Officials join forces to Assist Utility Customers with Energy Assistance Applications at GIAC
In an effort to address the financial challenges faced by low-income individuals and families in meeting their utility expenses, elected officials Senator Lea Webb and As...
