Healthy Resources

What’s the Difference Between a Food Bank and a Food Pantry?

(AscendHealthy.com) - When it comes to feeding people in need, food pantries and food banks both have very important roles in our society. One...

Food Assistance Programs: 6 Things Every Senior Should Know

(AscendHealthy.com) - Low-income individuals and families have suffered the most due to the economic conditions of the pandemic. Households with senior citizens have felt...

Frugal? Cheap? Which are You?

(AscendHealthy.com) - In a world of rising inflation, global conflict, and post-pandemic uncertainty, many people find themselves being more mindful when it comes to...

Unemployed? These Programs are Here to Help

(AscendHealthy.com) - Job loss can be devastating to your emotional well-being, your mental health, your relationships, and your finances. This can lead to difficult...

Finding Financial Assistance for American Veterans

(AscendHealthy.com) - Those who have served our country learn some key skills and values during their service: perseverance, self-reliance, responsibility, and caring for others...

Do You Qualify for Section 8? How to Find Out

(AscendHealthy.com) - Getting into the Section 8 Program for housing assistance is a journey: from figuring out where to live to completing the current...

Finding Financial Help: What to Do If Your Family is in Peril

(AscendHealthy.com) - When do things start to feel especially financially dire for most American families? When they can't afford the basics, like shelter, food,...

How to Survive a Recession on an Already Limited Budget

(AscendHealthy.com) - When your budget is already limited, the prospect of an oncoming recession can be terrifying. If your budget has every penny accounted...

Seniors and Food Benefits: How to Maximize Your Allowance

(AscendHealthy.com) - Food insecurity is a struggle for many American households, especially those that contain senior citizens. Older Americans are especially at risk of...