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Navigating through the maze of public benefit programs can be difficult and confusing. Many people don’t know what assistance is available — or how to gain access to it. AARP offers online tools that take the guesswork out of the process for every state in the U.S. and the District of Columbia. It’s fast, private, and secure!

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Find programs that help save money on health care, medication, food, utilities, children’s health costs and more!
It only takes 15 minutes.

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Apply for Food Benefits Programs (SNAP)

Find the program in your state, get an application and apply today.

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Apply for Prescription Drug Programs

Find programs to help pay for prescriptions for people with or without Medicare.

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Help in My State

Easy-to-read guides show where to find and apply for the most important public benefits in each state.

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Are you using Benefits QuickLINK to help people? Let us know and we’ll tell you about other AARP Foundation resources that can help you help others. Email us at benefitsoutreach@aarp.org.