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President LBJ & SNAP

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President Johnson signing the Food Stamp Act of 1964. 1939 – The First Food Stamp Program 1961 through 1964 – Pilot Food Stamp Program 1964 – Food Stamp Act 1960s through the early 1970s – Program Expansion 1971 through 1974 – Major Legislative Changes 1974 – Nationwide Program 1976 – Participation Milestone 1977 – The Food and Agriculture Act of 1977 1981 – Participation Milestone Early 1980s – Budget Cutbacks Mid-1980s through Late 1980s – Recognition of Domestic Hunger 1988 through 2004 – Development of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) 1992 – Food Stamp Nutrition Education Program State Plans Approval 1993 – Mickey Leland Childhood Hunger Relief Act 1994 – Participation Milestone 1999 through 2001 – The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act and Other Legislative Actions 2002 – The Farm Security and Rural Investment Act 2008 – Participation Milestone 2008 – The Food, Conservation, and Energy Act 2009 – American Recovery & Reinvestment Act 2010 – Healthy...

Giving Food to The Homeless, BTAC, Churches & Pantries

Nutrition Guide for Homeless Donations

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Donating To The Homeless -- 101

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  The following is just a bit of information & perfect for the holidays. A lot of the information refers to myself, but I'll give a heads up on this. The rest is general information to keep in mind. One thing to remember is that  I have an extensive background in pharmacy, medicine, and am educated in Public Health. This means I look at things differently than a lot of people. It's just the way it is. Do not wake up a homeless person; we have enough problems getting a good night's rest [why do you think so many nod off during the day?] A lot of homeless have weapons; so, do not wake up anyone who is homeless I'm going to leave this here, at least think about it. When you give or donate, it feels good, I know. But altruistically, your charity should not be centered around that, rather your mitzvah [good deed] should be silent. That said, consider the person your giving to. Is it about them? Or is it about 'you' feeling good? I keep about the same eating habit...

Inexpensive & Healthy Food

Grains and starches  Oats: A whole-grain staple rich in fiber, B vitamins, iron, and magnesium. Brown rice: A whole-grain base for meals that is more nutritious than white rice and keeps for a long time. Potatoes: A nourishing and wallet-friendly food high in fiber, potassium, and magnesium. Whole wheat pasta: A budget-friendly, filling, and healthy whole-grain option.  Protein Eggs: Nutrient-dense and a perfect meal on their own. Beans and lentils: Inexpensive and versatile sources of plant-based protein and fiber. Use dried or choose low-sodium canned options. Canned fish: A good source of protein, especially tuna and salmon packed in water. Plain yogurt or cottage cheese: A high-protein dairy option.  Fruits and vegetables Frozen or canned produce: Often cheaper than fresh and just as nutritious; choose options without added sugar or salt, or with 100% juice. Carrots: High in vitamins, fiber, and beta-carotene. Bananas: A convenient and inexpensive snack. Apples: A rea...

Law Enforcement Who I've Met

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LAPD -- 1969  Burbank Police -- 1972ish Glendale Police -- 1978 US Deputy Marshall -- 1978 LASD -- 2003 CHP X Pilot -- 2019 Santa Maria Police -- 2020 Oregon State Police -- 2020 Eugene, OR PD -- 2020 Florence Bay PD -- 2020 Federal Train Patrol -- 2020 San Francisco PD -- 2021 Oakland PD -- 2021 South Miami PD -- 2021 CHP -- 2021 Oceanside PD -- 2022 Amtrak PD -- 2022 Customs Seattle, WA -- 6.2022  Seattle Port Authority PD -- 6.2022 Seattle, WA PD -- 6.2022 TSA Canine Handler -- 6.2022 Federal Agent Border Patrol -- 2022 Nevada State Trooper -- Freeway -- 7.22  Las Vegas Metropolitan Police -- Airport -- 7.2022  San Diego Sheriff's Dept. 8.22 Boise Police 9.22 California Dept. Of Corrections 9.22 OKC Police 10.22 @ airport OKC Sheriff 10.22 omg 🙌 meow Beverly Hills PD 10.22 SWAT Tulsa Homicide 10.22 Lancaster Sheriff 10.2.22 Bozeman Airport Police LASD SWAT 🙌 Oxnard PD 9.23 🫶 LASD Bomb Squad 🔥 LA County Park Rangers 1.24 Simi Valley PD 3.9.24 SD Probation Deput...

RIP Chris 9.8.62 - 8.27.25

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Suicide Grief: Coping with a Loved One’s Suicide The loss of someone you love from suicide can be devastating. But there are ways to navigate the shock, confusion, and despair and begin the healing process. By Lawrence Robinson and Melinda Smith, M.A. Dealing with suicide loss Facing the loss of a loved one is always difficult, but losing someone to suicide can add another level of pain to your grief. The shock and anguish following a suicide can seem overwhelming. As well as mourning your loved one’s passing, you’re likely also wrestling with a host of conflicting emotions and struggling to come to terms with the nature of their death. You may feel guilty, wishing you’d done more to prevent their suicide, upset at yourself or others for having missed any clues to their intentions, or even angry at your loved one for abandoning you. Many people grieving a suicide start to question the relationship they shared with the person, wondering why it wasn’t enough to keep them alive. Some even...