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Senior Services Plus Offers Free Daily Hot Meals for SNAP Recipients Federal Workers Who Have Been Furloughed

Alton's Senior Services Plus provides one complimentary hot meal per weekday to SNAP recipients and federal workers affected by the shutdown.

Emily Jackson
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ALTON – In response to the ongoing government shutdown and the uncertainty surrounding SNAP benefits, Senior Services Plus will provide one free hot meal per day, Monday through Friday, from 7:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

Meals are available to SNAP recipients of any age as well as to unpaid or furloughed federal workers due to the government shutdown.

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There is no application or proof of need required; meals must be picked up in person at SSP’s Alton location, 2603 N. Rodgers Ave.

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Guests will be provided with either a breakfast special or the daily lunch special; food can be eaten on-site or taken to go.

The free meal program is being funded by private donations and will run until the donated meals run out. For the most up-to-date information, visit https://www.seniorservicesplus.org or check the Senior Services Facebook page. Please call 618-465- 3298 with any questions regarding this initiative.

Senior Services Plus, Inc. is a 501(c) not-for-profit organization established to enrich the lives of older adults through programs and services, for everyone aging successfully. Senior Services Plus, Inc. has been providing services for older adults since 1973. Our mission is: To provide opportunities and resources to individuals as they age.

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