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CalFresh

By Allie Cormier

CalFresh is California’s food assistance program, providing monthly benefits to help low-income individuals and families buy nutritious food. CalFresh, federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), is the largest food program in California. It provides a hunger safety net by helping low-income households afford groceries, including fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods, while also offering economic benefits to communities California State Portal. The program is state-supervised and county-operated, with benefits issued on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card that can be used at grocery stores and participating farmers markets.

American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

By Allie Cormier

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) is the largest professional organization of pediatricians in the U.S., dedicated to promoting the health, safety, and well-being of infants, children, adolescents, and young adults. The AAP was founded in 1930 by 35 pediatricians in Detroit to create an independent forum addressing children’s unique healthcare needs, recognizing that children require specialized care distinct from adults. Its mission is to attain optimal physical, mental, and social health for all children, supporting both pediatric professionals and families