There is fear among immigrants
that their status can be negatively affected if they are dependent on the state
or social services. Receiving $16 in Food Stamps does not indicate a
dependence on the system. I will copy Sal Espino for his comments
too. thanks. Jerry
From: bec@lists.ncoa.org
[mailto:bec@lists.ncoa.org] On Behalf Of Christina Bartha
Sent: Friday, March 03, 2017 12:05 PM
To: bec@lists.ncoa.org
Subject: BEC Calming fears
We recently had a Hispanic BEC client who opted not to
complete or submit a SNAP application because he was concerned about sharing
personal information given the new administration and changing immigration
policies. Have any other BECs experienced such apprehension from clients?
Thank you,
Christina
Christina
Bartha, M.S.
Director
of Programs
1400
Circle Drive, Suite 300
Fort
Worth, TX 76119
(817)
413-4949 ext. 226
Mission:
To empower older adults to live with purpose, independence, and dignity.
Formerly Senior Citizen Services—Please Note My New
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