Senior Discounts: Investing in a Worthy Cause
Seniors above 80 have even higher rates of poverty due to greater vulnerability to income risks. This can be attributed to the fact that many have little to no earnings and are more likely to incur increased medical expenses. By offering a senior discount, businesses can give older customers one less financial concern to worry about.
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Is there such a thing as free or low-cost childcare in Ithaca?
As I was exploring the topic for this blog post, I decided to turn to the Facebook group “Mutual Aid Tompkins” to get the local scoop from Ithaca parents and caregivers. This question was the very first response to my post asking about personal experiences with free/low-cost childcare in Ithaca. The semi-sarcastic comment from a local parent gives an honest look into the harsh reality of affordable childcare options in the Ithaca area.
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The great value of offering free or low-cost activities and services
There has never been a more important time to offer your community free and low-cost activities and services! The COVID-19 pandemic has caused financial stress for families and individuals in ways that many never would have expected, and this is an opportunity for businesses and organizations to give back to the communities that support them. Access to free and low-cost activities and services fosters a sense of belonging in a community, where people have access to entertainment and essential resources alike regardless of their financial status.
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Food Insecurity in Ithaca and Tompkins County
Food insecurity is an immense problem, and it is estimated that over 2 billion people worldwide don’t have access to sufficient food, over 25% of the world’s population. According to the USDA, food insecurity affects nearly 17.4 million U.S. households at some time during the year.
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Have extra food? Share it with your neighbors
What are food sharing cabinets? According to Mutual Aid Tompkins, food sharing cabinets are “outdoor food cabinets across the county that have been set up by community members. These cabinets are regularly stocked with non-perishable food and are open to anyone.” Cabinets are open 24/7 and anyone can drop off items as well as pick them up.
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