As holidays approach, families face ‘perfect storm’ of hardship and hunger in southeast PA

As holidays approach, families face ‘perfect storm’ of hardship and hunger in southeast PA

Berks and Montgomery food pantry leaders see more people living on the edge

As holidays approach, families face ‘perfect storm’ of hardship and hunger in southeast PA

The past year has been difficult for many families as the cost of living crisis continues with new factors adding to families’ burdens. Rising prices on food, housing, transportation and utilities have made family life unaffordable for many across the region. “I think what’s most important is for people to understand that this has been increasing, even prior to SNAP benefits being stopped on November 1,” said Cindy Wedholm, executive director of…

As holidays approach, families face ‘perfect storm’ of hardship and hunger in southeast PA

The past year has been difficult for many families as the cost of living crisis continues with new factors adding to families’ burdens. Rising prices on food, housing, transportation and utilities have made family life unaffordable for many across the region. “I think what’s most important is for people to understand that this has been increasing, even prior to SNAP benefits being stopped on November 1,” said Cindy Wedholm, executive director of…

As holidays approach, families face ‘perfect storm’ of hardship and hunger in southeast PA

The past year has been difficult for many families as the cost of living crisis continues with new factors adding to families’ burdens. Rising prices on food, housing, transportation and utilities have made family life unaffordable for many across the region. “I think what’s most important is for people to understand that this has been increasing, even prior to SNAP benefits being stopped on November 1,” said Cindy Wedholm, executive director of…