PBS NewsHour

The number of hungry seniors has doubled since 2001

Clip: 05/22/2015 | 6m 35s

Nearly one in six senior citizens face the threat of hunger in the United States. Charity and food stamps reach some of these vulnerable Americans, but limited resources and isolation mean many are struggling without receiving help. Special correspondent Sarah Varney reports.

Aired: 05/22/15

Rating: NR

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