T.he wasn’t kind last year America middle- and low-income residents of the United States. The first quarter of this year was marred by problems in his supply chain, which saw the prices of several groceries such as bread, milk and eggs rise significantly.
As residents across the country tried to ride out these price increases, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine and the resulting sanctions imposed on Russian oil imports sent the economy into a further spiral, pushing gas prices to record levels in the months that followed. High price reached.
In fact, California is one of the worst-hit states, with an average price of over $6 for a gallon of gas, making it the most expensive state to fill up your car.
As inflation hit a 40-year high, the Federal Reserve stepped in to introduce a series of rate hikes, acting as a ballast for runaway inflation. While gasoline prices continue to fall, America is still in the midst of a cost of living crisis, and rising interest rates are pushing the economy to the brink of recession.
In response to this situation, some residents turn to the welfare system to cover basic living expenses. One of California’s lesser-known schemes is the General Assistance Program.
What is General Assistance?
General Assistance (GA) is a California scheme that provides cash assistance to needy adults and emancipated minors who are unable to support themselves financially and live in Almeda County.
It is important to remember that GA is not a welfare measure and the amount distributed to eligible individuals is a loan.
The maximum allowed amount under the GA scheme is $336 per month for singles and $548 per month for couples.
