Page 5 - Massachusetts Association For Community Action News Today : Breaking News, Live Updates & Top Stories | Vimarsana

Stay updated with breaking news from Massachusetts association for community action. Get real-time updates on events, politics, business, and more. Visit us for reliable news and exclusive interviews.

Top News In Massachusetts Association For Community Action Today - Breaking & Trending Today

Agency Works to Boost Awareness of SSI Benefits in Alabama

In an effort to bridge the gap between crucial financial assistance and the people who may be eligible for it, the Social Security Administration has launched a campaign this summer to raise awareness about Supplemental Security Income benefits. In Alabama, more than 143,000 people receive SSI benefits, but officials believe far more would qualify and could use the assistance. Adults age 65 and older, as well as adults and children who are blind or living with a disability that severely restricts their daily activities, can receive monthly payments. . ....

United States , Hennepin County , Abigail Zapote , Jancel Tejada , Maura Healy , Charlotte Bruce , Kendra Krolik , Tim Sullivan , Massachusetts Association For Community Action , Community Action Agencies , Washington State Department Of Health , Community Action Partnership Of Hennepin , Security Administration , Community Action Month , Social Security Administration , Supplemental Security Income , Social Security , Washington State Department , Ride United Transportation Access , Earned Income Tax Credit , Family Tax , Massachusetts Association , Community Action , Poverty Issues , Action Agencies , Community Action Partnership ,

WA 211 Helpline Sees Jump in Calls

A helpline to help people connect with resources when they re in need has seen an uptick in calls to its service. However, funding remains a barrier to serving more people. Washington 211 can connect people with about 17,000 resources from its database. . ....

United States , Hennepin County , North Dakota , North Dakotans , Josh Boschee , Jancel Tejada , Tim Sullivan , Kendra Krolik , Andrea Olson , Charlotte Bruce , Maura Healy , Washington State Department Of Health , Community Action Partnership Of North Dakota , Community Action Month , Massachusetts Association For Community Action , Community Action Agencies , Community Action Partnership Of Hennepin , Washington State Department , Ride United Transportation Access , Earned Income Tax Credit , Family Tax , Massachusetts Association , Community Action , Poverty Issues , Action Agencies , Community Action Partnership ,

State Wire: Advocates Push For 'Tax Fairness' With Expanded Child Tax Credits

"They're also putting that money right back into their local economies." ....

United States , Charlotte Bruce , Jancel Tejada , Maura Healy , Massachusetts Association For Community Action , Earned Income Tax Credit , Family Tax , Massachusetts Association , Community Action ,

Advocates Push for Tax Fairness with Expanded Child Tax Credits / Public News Service

As Massachusetts lawmakers work to finalize tax-relief measures, advocates for low-income families are calling for an expansion of tax credits proven to reduce poverty. Advocates want to increase the Earned Income Tax Credit state match rate from 30% to 50%, expand the credit to working immigrants and pass an inclusive Child and Family Tax Credit. Charlotte Bruce, senior research and policy analyst for Children s HealthWatch, said the tax credits will ultimately benefit the entire state. . ....

North Dakota , United States , Hennepin County , New Bedford , North Dakotans , Marybeth Campbell , Josh Boschee , Pam Kuechler , Maura Healy , Kendra Krolik , Andrea Olson , Jancel Tejada , Charlotte Bruce , Community Action Partnership Of Hennepin , Massachusetts Association For Community Action , Community Action Partnership Of North Dakota , Resiliency Center , Community Action Agencies , Worcester Community Action Council , Space Incorporated , Community Action Month , Earned Income Tax Credit , Family Tax , Massachusetts Association , Community Action , Poverty Issues ,

MA Baby Bonds Bill Aims to Close Racial Wealth Gap / Public News Service

Legislation introduced in the Commonwealth aims to reduce the racial wealth gap by creating a statewide "Baby Bonds" program. The investments are made and managed by the government on behalf of newborn children in low-income households with little opportunity to generate wealth. The funds are then made available to the child once they turn 18, and can be used for college, starting a business or even to purchase a home. . ....

Fall River , United States , Eva Haynes , Jonathan Carlson , Liz Berube , Massachusetts Association For Community Action , Massachusetts Association , Community Action , Self Help , Htmlcss Bootstrap , Ulti Level Menu , Reeview Nav Menu Examples ,