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In reply to the discussion: More on my friend who lost her food stamps. [View all]JustAnotherGen
(31,683 posts)And that's that. I've been pretty vocal about my involvement with two Food Banks. Is there one near her? Does she need assistance navigating that?
I'm worried about a 67 year old woman who HAS to get by on McDonald's - I hate fast food to begin with. But the older one gets - the easier it is to inflict the damage.
So not only is she not eating - when she does eat - it has virtually no nutritional value - because the toxins and chemicals and 'fake shit' cancels out the good.
And this is America. We suck.
Honest - its not perfect. But canned tomatoes made into pasta sauce and pasta at least doesn't have the cholesterol and fat that is going to lead her to an early death. I've even made the point of bringing in 'dried herbs' and olive oil so people can give their food some flavor.
Look up - that's not me condemning her. It's how I would help someone in her situation that comes into the food banks I volunteer at/donate to who feels overwhelmed, defeated and ashamed (which they shouldn't - there are lots of folks food insecure in America right now) the first time they walk in the door.