In September 2025, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) submitted a formal waiver request to the USDA Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) to prohibit the use of SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) benefits for purchasing certain junk food items, specifically soft drinks and candy. The waiver was approved by the USDA in late …
In the Sunshine State, where hurricane winds whip through Miami’s high-rises and family budgets stretch thin in the Panhandle’s rural pockets, access to affordable healthcare can mean the difference between stability and stress. Whether you’re a parent in Orlando juggling kids’ check-ups amid theme park crowds or a senior in Tampa Bay managing prescriptions post-storm, …
From the sunny shores of Miami Beach to the theme park thrills of Orlando and the resilient communities of Tampa Bay, Florida’s Sunshine State vibe masks the daily grind of hurricane-season prep and skyrocketing grocery tabs. If you’re a family in Jacksonville dodging storm surges or a retiree in Fort Lauderdale counting coupons, the Florida …
Florida Medicaid is a health insurance program funded by federal and state dollars, providing medical and health-related services to low-income individuals, including children, pregnant women, parents, seniors, and disabled individuals. This guide outlines the eligibility criteria, income limits, asset rules, and application process for Florida Medicaid, based on federal and Florida Agency for Health Care …
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Florida, formerly known as the Food Stamp Program, provides monthly benefits to low-income households to purchase nutritious food, helping to alleviate food insecurity and promote access to healthy meals. Benefits are issued via an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, known as the Florida EBT Card, accepted at most …
What are the SNAP income limits for Florida? Florida uses the federal SNAP income limits. The calculator checks both gross and net income based on your household size. How much does 1 person get in food stamps in Florida? A 1-person household may get approximately $291 maximum per month in FY2025. Real benefits depend on …