Despite the new developments regarding the government shutdown , those who rely on SNAP benefits remain in limbo.

Zoi, who lives in Upper Darby, Delaware County, says she's no longer making ends meet.

"Right now, I don't have the funds to support myself, let alone my 2-year-old — it sucks," she said.

Zoi works a part-time job, balancing being a mother and sole provider.

The Delco woman is on Day 10 without SNAP benefits, and a financial domino effect is happening.

"That also affects me getting diapers for my son, because I have to cut into that money or paying rent, I'm short on rent because I don't have enough to pay for food or the necessities to get by," she said. "Every time I go to sleep, I'm thinking, how am I going to get through the next day?"

Zoi recently got some help f

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