SAN FRANCISCO - The government shutdown that started Oct. 1 shows no signs of being resolved, and the people who rely on federally-funded programs are starting to feel the pain.

San Francisco resident Carmen Sy, 86, relies on SNAP , or Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and Meals on Wheels to provide food. The latter program provides her with food seven times a week.

Local perspective:

"I am so blessed to have Meals on Wheels. I cannot thank you enough," Sy said. "This is important because I am legally blind. I cannot cook anymore. I do not have enough money to buy food."

Even if she weren't facing those issues, Sy would have a hard time feeding herself. She lives on the second floor of her building, and said going up and down a steep and narrow stairway is not easy.

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