Getting help with food: Overview
Getting help with food: Overview
Many people need help getting food. They may live in an area where there are few grocery stores and where food costs a lot. Or they may not have enough income to buy food and pay the bills. It can also be for many other reasons, such as an illness, a job loss, a growing family, or going to college.
Worrying about getting food can be stressful. If you need help getting food, talk to your doctor, a social worker, or a faith leader. They can connect you to local resources.
You can also find help by going online to findhelp.org or to benefits.gov or to 211.org or by calling 211.
Current as of: May 1, 2026
Author: WebMD Ignite Staff
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