Poverty at Issue Winter 2001-2002

College of Human Environmental Science, Department of Consumer and Family Economics
University Outreach and Extension, University of Missouri—Columbia

Winter 2001-2002

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In this issue:

Letter from the Editor
Introduction by Consumer and Family Economics Specialist, Brenda Procter

What is a living wage?
A Missouri Self-Sufficiency Standard

Making Ends Meet
Doing the math
Christa tells her story

Missouri Families Who Left the Welfare Rolls

Tax Credits for People Who Work

What Does it Cost to Raise a Child?

2001 Official Poverty Thresholds

References

These publications may become outdated at any time due to changes in programs and benefits. It is important to check with the appropriate agency for current eligibility requirements and benefit information.

For additional information contact:
Brenda Procter, 573-882-3820; procterb@missouri.edu

Human Environmental Sciences Extension
HES Extension Site Administrator: exthesweb@missouri.edu