Wisconsin FoodShare Benefits for December 2022 and How To Use SNAP for Discounts

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FoodShare, Wisconsin’s version of SNAP, is administered by the Wisconsin Department of Health Services and helps boost the food budget of low-income households. Benefits are distributed to FoodShare accounts according to the same monthly schedule, including December 2022.

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The Wisconsin QUEST card looks like a plastic debit card and has your name, card number and the QUEST logo. The QUEST card can be used to pay for food at stores and some farmers’ markets. It can also be used anywhere that accepts EBT payments online.

FoodShare benefits can be used to purchase the following food items:

  • Fruits and vegetables

  • Meat, poultry and fish

  • Dairy products

  • Breads and cereals

  • Snack foods and non-alcoholic beverages

  • Seeds and plants, which produce food for the household to eat.

Among the items you can’t buy with FoodShare are alcoholic beverages, tobacco products, vitamins, medicines, supplements, live animals, pet foods, cleaning supplies, paper products and cosmetics. In Wisconsin, you also can’t use your benefits to purchase hot meals.

To find out where you can use your FoodShare benefits, check the US Department of Agriculture’s SNAP Retailer Locator. Click “Enter the SNAP Retailer Locator” and enter your address. For a list of markets that accept FoodShare benefits, visit here.

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According to the Wisconsin DHS, your family may be able to get benefits if you don’t earn enough money to pay for basic necessities. If your family’s gross monthly income is at or below 200% of the federal poverty level, then your household passes the gross income test. However, there are different income limits for people who are at least 60 years old, disabled and unable to buy and prepare their own food.

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SNAP benefits also come with other perks that go beyond purchasing food. Here are a few additional bargains you can get with your Wisconsin QUEST card:

  • Amazon Prime discounts: Recipients of SNAP and SNAP EBT Cash benefits (or Medicaid benefits) can qualify to save 50% off their Prime membership. To see if you qualify, visit amazon.com/prime/qualify.

  • Museum discounts: Those receiving SNAP benefits can get free or reduced admission to hundreds of museums and arts groups throughout the US, including through the Museums for All program.

  • Farmer’s markets: You can also use your SNAP EBT at participating farmers’ markets to purchase fresh produce. The USDA’s Food Nutrition Service (FNS) provides a monthly list of the names and locations of markets across the country that are currently authorized to accept SNAP benefits.

  • Internet and phone: Through the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), eligible FoodShare recipients in Wisconsin could receive up to a $30 per month discount on internet services and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. SNAP households may also qualify for free or low-cost landline or cell phone service through the Federal Lifeline Program. Consult with your service provider for more information.

  • Home energy assistance: Anyone receiving FoodShare benefits may also qualify for home energy assistance. Wisconsin Home Energy Assistance Program (WHEAP) — which is funded by the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and the ​Public Benefits (PB) program — assists eligible households with their heating and electric bills.

To apply for the FoodShare program, you can apply online through the ACCESS website, call your local agency, visit your agency or fill out a paper application.

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Wisconsin FoodShare benefits are sent out over the first 15 days of each month, based on the eighth digit of your Social Security number. Here is the deposit schedule for December 2022:

The eighth digit of SSN is:

Benefits available:

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dec. 3rd

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dec. 8th

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dec. 11th

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All SNAP recipients, including those receiving FoodShare benefits in Wisconsin, will get a financial boost thanks to a major cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) for fiscal year 2023. The COLA kicked in starting Oct. 1, 2022, and will hike the maximum monthly benefit by 12.5%.

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New Flavorful Food For Big December Movies

Going to the movies and NOT getting a tasty and delectable snack makes for a very uncomfortable experience where you become more wrapped up in the growing sense of hunger and noise from your empty stomach than you do in the film playing on the silver screen. It’s just that movies and snacks go together like Abbott and Costello, Amy Poehler and Tina Fey, and Walter Matthau and Jack Lemmon, and it’s hard to imagine one without the other. And more times than not, you only have yourself to blame if you skip out on the concession line before being transported to some magical world on the silver screen.

AMC Theaters has long held it down in the movie snacks category, with incredible popcorn, an assortment of candy, all types of drinks, and some god-tier food options that are up there with a lot of restaurants. And with the glut of movies coming out as 2022 draws to a close, we are excited to offer all kinds of food options that are out of this world. In honor of those movies and tasty foods, we’ve come up with some flavorful fare that is perfect for the big December movies, no matter if you’re watching a long-awaited sequel years in the making, a family-friendly animated adventure , or a roaring and bopping story set in Hollywood’s Golden Age.

Supreme Flatbread and Avatar: The Way Of Water

A supreme sequel calls for an equally impressive movie snack, and AMC Theaters has you covered with the Supreme Flatbread that pairs up nicely with James Cameron’s massive AVATAR: THE WAY OF WATER. While you watch Sam Worthington, Zoe Saldana, and Sigourney Weaver return to the planet of Pandora for the first time in more than a decade, take your taste buds on an adventure with this hot, cheesy, and tasty flatbread.

The Supreme Flatbread, with its melty cheese, juicy peppers, and savory pepperoni, is substantial to say the very least, and it’s one of the few items on the AMC Theaters menu that can stand toe-to-toe, or toe-to- crust, with the wonders and dangers that await in the second AVATAR movie. All that food should be more than enough to hold you over for the film’s nearly three-hour runtime when it opens on the big screen on December 16th.

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Everything Bagel Bavarian Pretzel and Puss In Boots: The Last Wish

PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH, the 2022 animated comedy from DreamWorks Animation, has a little bit of everything for the whole family. And you know the perfect snack option to go with the latest adventure for Antonio Banderas’ swashbuckling feline? Well, how about something with a bit of a twist – AMC Theaters’ Everything Bagel Bavarian Pretzel. Whether it’s dipping it in a cup of cheese, mustard, or just eaten plain, this pretzel should be a hit with audiences of all ages and appetites.

So, while you’re watching Puss in Boots attempt to wish back his lost lives, enjoy this exquisite and giant-sized Bavarian pretzel that’s big enough for the whole family to share. But you could always play it safe and make it two pretzels just in case any unannounced guests, like Goldilocks and the Three Bears, join you when watching PUSS IN BOOTS: THE LAST WISH at your local AMC Theater starting December 21.

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Hazelnut Churros and Babylon

There is a perfect dessert to enjoy if you want to try something that is sugary, sweet, and full of excitement, something that will fit right in with Damien Chazelle’s latest film, BABYLON. AMC Theaters’ fan-favorite churro is a bold and flashy dessert choice, but with that style comes the substance, which can also be found in the movie about Hollywood during the “Roaring Twenties.” And with all those bold characters, energetic party sequences, and stirring drama on the big screen, you’re going to need a tasty treat..

With warm and delicious icing poured on top of this amazing dessert, it becomes the perfect option at the concession stand if you’re looking for some dessert to eat on your own or share with that special someone at the movies come December 23rd.

BABYLON

On top of all these new items available for the first time, AMC Theaters continues to offer classic movie fare, including numerous candy options of all shapes and sizes, freshly-made popcorn, and a plethora of drink options ranging from sodas to frozen drinks and even alcoholic beverages at select locations. Be sure to try our new carefully crafted menu of Featured Fare treats and eats that put superior flavor at the center of your cravings.

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The Global Diabetic Food Market is expected to grow by $ 18.66 bn during 2022-2028, accelerating at a CAGR of 5.82% during the forecast period

LONDON, dec. 6, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Global Diabetic Food Market stood at USD 12.56 billion in 2021. It is further expected to amass a valuation of USD 18.66 billion by 2028, growing with a CAGR of 5.82% over 2022-2028.

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Diabetes is an impairment that is caused by the excessive build-up of sugar in the bloodstream which happens when the pancreas fails to produce enough insulin in the human body. The affected patients need to consume food products that are low in sugar, fats and carbohydrates. They should further avoid starchy food items like rice, pasta and bread. Diabetic food further consists of diet beverages and snacks, low-calorie sweeteners, and sugar-free desserts, among others. These products are not only consumed by diabetic patients but also by the health conscious individuals taking preventive measures against this incurable disease.

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Global Diabetic Food Market Outlook (2022-2028)

The growing occurrence of diabetes across the globe, the rising adoption of unhealthy dietary trends, along with increasing health awareness of the masses are primarily augmenting the outlook of this business vertical.

A rapid increase in the geriatric population base, growing healthcare expenditure, widespread population expansion, and a surge in the disposable income of individuals are creating lucrative opportunities for this marketplace to prosper.

The surging diabetes prevention initiatives taken by various governments along with the increasing focus of potential players to develop effective anti-diabetic consumables are adding momentum to the progression of this industry sphere.

The increasing popularity of sugar-free snack items, growing R&D investments in the field, rising prevalence of other chronic disorders, along with surging cases of adolescent diabetes are creating an upsurge for market growth.

On the flipsides, anti-diabetic food products are costly in nature and hence cannot be afforded by all sections of society. This factor hinders the remuneration scope of the global diabetic food market across the globe.

Competitive Hierarchy

The prominent players influencing the competitive terrain of this global diabetic food market are Nestlé, Fifty 50 Foods, Inc., Mars Inc., Unilever, Conagra Brands, Inc., The Kellogg Company, Tyson Foods, Hain Celestial Group, Sushma Gram Udyog, and The Hershey Company.

These companies are extending their global reach by making various organic and inorganic business growth strategies. They are focused on enhancing their remuneration scope by engaging in product launches, mergers & acquisitions, R&D investments, and collaborations, among others.

Segmental Outlook

By Application

  • Beverages

  • Bakery Products

  • Snacks

  • Dairy Products

  • Others

By Distribution Channel

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Region-wise Insights

Which region is anticipated to lead the global diabetic food market?

North America is poised to dominate the market owing to the growing prevalence of diabetes, the increase in the geriatric population, and the presence of key players.

Also, increasing health awareness of the masses, rising healthcare expenditure, and strong income levels are further aiding industry expansion in the region.

What is the position acquired by Asia Pacific in this business vertical?

Asia Pacific is currently regarded as the fastest-growing region in the market. This is attributable to the changing lifestyle patterns of the masses, rapidly evolving healthcare infrastructure, and rising R&D activities in diabetes research.

In addition, growing awareness about diabetes prevention along with increasing cases of adolescent diabetes are adding traction to the industrial development in APAC.

Category-wise Outlook

Which is the leading application segment in the global diabetic food market?

The snack segment has been dominating the market due to the growing popularity of diet snacks powered by the rising prevalence of diabetes across the globe.

Define the distribution channel outlook of this industry?

The online sales segment is projected to account for a high revenue share ascribing to the rapid internet proliferation and convenient delivery options provided by online shopping portals.

Market growth comparison keeping to the historical years and forecast timeline of 2022-2028

The vertical industry has been generating significant returns due to the presence of various growth-inducing factors.

The lifestyle habits of the masses have changed drastically. With rapid industrialization and urbanization, people have been drawn toward a more sedentary lifestyle and are adopting unhealthy dietary trends. There has been a steep rise in alcohol consumption across the globe. These factors are majorly contributing to the increasing number of diabetic patients worldwide which in turn is elevating the demand for specialized food products known to control sugar levels in the affected individuals.

The onset of the COVID-19 pandemic has opened growth avenues for the industry. It is medically evident that people with chronic ailments like diabetes are at risk of severe coronavirus infection. This pushed people to take extra care of their sugar levels. Individuals with and without diabetes started consuming food items that are low on calories and carbohydrates. The popularity of diet snacks and beverages is also heard across the globe.

The growing

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