Coloradans Struggle to Access Food as SNAP Suspension Looms
State and local leaders in Colorado, along with food bank operators, are working to meet the increasing demand for food assistance as the suspension of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) approaches.
Jasmine Kendall, a 34-year-old single mom, is facing a difficult situation. With only $86 left in her bank account, she is struggling to feed her family. Her subsidized housing in Denver is also at risk due to a lack of federal funding.
Her life feels like a cruel word problem she’s struggling to solve — and the math is not in her favor.
Kendall works as a registered behavioral therapist, earning $21 an hour, but her housing assistance, which typically covers a portion of her $3,000 monthly rent, is uncertain. Food banks are also struggling to keep up with demand, with many stating they "just don’t have enough" to meet the needs of those seeking assistance.
- Kendall's car was out of gas
- Her refrigerator and freezer were empty
- She has to work full-time to care for her family
Author's summary: Coloradans are struggling to access food as SNAP suspension looms.