Some SNAP Recipients In Denver Seeing Delay In Assistance Due To Staffing Shortages

Denver CO

25 May, 2022

4:32 PM

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By CBS Denver Staff: DENVER (CBS4) – Some Coloradans living in Denver who rely on Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits are facing some serious issues. The food assistance is getting delayed for many amid steep inflation being felt at the grocery store. Denver's Department of Human Services says it's suffering staffing shortages within its Family and Adult Assistance Division as well as an increase in applicants. Since January, there has been a 17% increase in new SNAP applications compared to the same time last year. Read more at CBS Denver CBS Local Digital Media personalizes the global reach of CBS-owned and operated television and radio stations with a local perspective.