COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KOAA) — Starting in November, millions of Americans could lose access to SNAP benefits, commonly known as food stamps.

The federally funded program is expected to run out of money if the government shutdown continues.

More than 600,000 Coloradans rely on SNAP benefits to feed themselves and their families. One of the groups feeling the strain the most is seniors living on fixed incomes.

The USDA says older adults make up about 20% of all SNAP recipients nationwide. A local organization, Silver Key Senior Services , in Colorado Springs says it's seeing an increase in demand.

For people like Lynnette Carson, this assistance is critical.

"I come monthly to increase my financial stability," said Carson.

Carson says she had to retire early to care for her mother

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