Taking care of yourself and your family starts with food and shelter.
SNAP, or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, is the federal program that provides funds to help low- and no-income families purchase food at local grocery stores. SNAP was formally know as food stamps.
Here is MSPD HDS’s how to apply for SNAP.
Here is another post regrading section 8 housing.
And here are my series of posts regarding all HDS’s resource handouts.
Holistic Defense Services (HDS) is a program within MSPD that focuses on addressing the underlying social, economic, and health issues that contribute to a client’s involvement with the criminal justice system. HDS aims to provide comprehensive support to clients, beyond traditional legal representation, to help them overcome barriers and achieve better outcomes.
Here is a like to all of HDS’s “How To” Guides > here


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