I think I am being misunderstood.

If you have payed your share... and now you need help, and all other options are exhausted, go get your food stamps. You did pay for it, after all.

But, it shouldn't be a long-term arrangement. And it shouldn't be the first thing people turn to. If a charity can help, go that route first. If you can change your lifestyle a little, do that.

All I am saying is try not to use the system.