Government & Benefits
Federal Programs
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Federal senior benefit programs
Social Security Admin
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Social Security Administration resources
VA Benefits
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Veterans Affairs benefits overview
VA Aid & Attendance
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VA Aid & Attendance pension benefit
Supplemental Security Income
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SSI eligibility and benefits
SNAP for Seniors
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Food assistance for seniors
State & Local Programs
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State and local senior services
Area Agencies on Aging
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Local Area Agencies on Aging
SHIP
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State Health Insurance Assistance Program
Eldercare Locator
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Find local aging services
LIHEAP
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Low-Income Home Energy Assistance
Senior Transportation
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Transportation services for seniors
Veteran-Specific
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Benefits specific to veterans
VA Home Loans
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VA home loan programs
VA Long-Term Care
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VA long-term care services
Veteran Caregiver Program
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VA Program of Comprehensive Assistance
Frequently asked questions
What is Government & Benefits in the Sandwich directory?
Government & Benefits is one of Sandwich's curated categories of resources for caring for aging parents and loved ones. Each channel in this category is reviewed by our community and linked to real providers, articles, and tools.
How do I pick a government & benefits channel?
Browse the channel grid below — each channel shows a short description, view count, and community activity. Click through to see posts, providers, and related resources. Save channels you find useful to revisit later.
When should I start planning for aging parents?
Follow the 40-70 Rule: when you turn 40 or your parents turn 70, whichever comes first, start the conversation. Starting early gives you more options, less stress, and time to make thoughtful decisions rather than emergency ones.
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