FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact:
Alliance for Aging, Inc.
Email: info@allianceforaging.org
Website: https://allianceforaging.org/snap-information

ALLIANCE FOR AGING HELPS COORDINATE RESPONSE FOR OLDER ADULTS AFFECTED BY SNAP SUSPENSION

Loss of SNAP Benefits Due to Federal Shutdown Threatens Thousands of Older Adults in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties

MIAMI, FL — 10/31/2025 — With the ongoing federal government shutdown, the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) faces a possible suspension of November benefits in Florida, leaving nearly three million Floridians — including hundreds of thousands of older adults — at risk of losing vital food support.

“We are on the cusp of a hunger crisis here in Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties,” said Max B. Rothman, President & CEO of the Alliance for Aging. “The ending of SNAP benefits will potentially affect so many older adults in our community who rely on this program for food.”

In Miami-Dade County alone more than 224,000 older beneficiaries receive SNAP benefits. In fact, 60% of the 215,000 households receiving SNAP assistance include at least one person over the age of 60. This represents the highest share of any county in the United States.

Rothman added:

“This represents a critical threat to the most vulnerable in our community. Without access to SNAP benefits, many older adults in need will go to bed hungry.”

What Older Adults and Families Can Do Right Now

  • Check your EBT or SNAP account and use any benefits you already have — the next payment may be delayed until federal funding is restored.
  • Review your SNAP benefits and be prepared when the program resumes. Visit the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) for updates: https://myaccess.myflfamilies.com/

The Alliance for Aging’s Response

The Alliance for Aging is actively coordinating with community partners to identify emergency food aid and resources for older adults and families impacted by the shutdown. Residents in need of immediate assistance can contact the Alliance’s Elder Helpline for referrals.

Elder Helpline: 305-670-HELP (305-670-4357)
Toll-Free: 1-800-96-ELDER (35337)
Office Hours: 8 a.m. – 5 p.m., Monday through Friday

The Alliance for Aging, Inc. serves as the Area Agency on Aging for Miami-Dade and Monroe Counties, connecting older adults and their caregivers with critical resources that promote independence, dignity, and quality of life. Learn more at www.allianceforaging.org.