SEATTLE — As more than 900,000 Washingtonians prepare to lose their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits by Nov. 1, local nonprofits are sharing resources and guidance for families whose food access is on the line.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture confirmed no SNAP funds will be distributed on Nov. 1. The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services said that without restored federal funding , it cannot issue food benefits starting the same day.

SNAP-funded employees may face temporary layoffs, which would close mobile offices and increase wait times for services.

Mary's Place , a nonprofit in Seattle/King County that helps families experiencing homelessness get assistance, shared what it called "critical resources" ahead of SNAP fund distribution

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