Spokane, WA - Join SNAP and Spokane Public Library on May 11th from 2:30-4:30pm at Central Library for “A Month in the Life of A.L.I.C.E” Simulation - an interactive experience to better understand the challenges many of our neighbors face every day. 

A.L.I.C.E stands for “Asset-Limited, Income-Constrained, Employed” and could include much of the Spokane population who are working in paid roles, but do not have the non-cash assets or income that allow them to save money, move up the financial ladder, and help improve their household situation.

“Taking part in this simulation involves navigating challenges and considering how families make hard choices, like paying for rent or paying for prescription medication, or how to keep a job when they cannot afford childcare,” said SNAP Director of Mission Support, Amber Johnson. “These are realities that many SNAP clients face. Like the event co-host, Spokane Public Library, SNAP welcomes all who are looking for ways to improve their situation, realizing that our community will truly be able to thrive when we can all reach our true potential.”

Attendees will be assigned a role in a family or as a service provider to navigate a month’s worth of challenges and situations that A.L.I.C.E families might find themselves in but within a short two-hour time period. This short video provides further information about the event.

This is a free, public event. Registration is required. Check-in is at 2:15pm on May 11.