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Two government budget practices that can have significant implications for lower levels of government are block grants and unfunded mandates.

Grandparents and other relatives play an important caregiving role in family well-being. Support from extended family is especially vital in families with low incomes.

At the federal level, there are two categories of budgetary expenditures: entitlement and discretionary spending.

One indicator of smart fiscal practices is maintaining balance between spending and revenues. Occasionally deficits may be necessary.

Under the U.S. Constitution, people are entitled to compensation when a government takes their property. This is known as a taking.

Poverty is defined by comparing household income with the minimum income required for basic needs. People whose income is below the threshold are considered poor.

Federal and state programs help many older people with low incomes. These programs provide access to vital services like income support and health care.

Two federal programs help states provide a broad range of social services important to older adults.

The right to vote is a fundamental human right. Free and fair elections are essential to democracy.

In 2018, nearly 10 million adults age 50 and older lacked consistent access to enough food for an active, healthy life due to inadequate financial resources.