Welfare Programs

Definition

Welfare programs are government initiatives designed to support the well-being of its citizens, particularly those in financial or social need. They may include things like food assistance, healthcare, unemployment benefits, and housing aid.

Related terms

Food Stamps (SNAP): This is a federal assistance program that provides funds to low-income individuals and families for purchasing food.

Medicaid: A joint federal and state program that helps with medical costs for some people with limited income and resources.

Unemployment Insurance: A type of state-provided insurance that pays out when you lose your job through no fault of your own.