✅ Is $50 a week enough for groceries for one person? Yes — if you shop smart. For one senior (or adult), $50/week can cover: ✔ Basic proteins ✔ Whole grains ✔ Fruits & vegetables ✔ Breakfast + lunch + dinner ✔ Some snacks You’ll rely on: Store brands Frozen vegetables Beans, eggs, and chicken Simple meals ( soups, stews, casseroles ) For a family or couple , $50/week is tight but possible with: Meal planning Cooking from scratch No convenience foods 🥦 What is the 5-4-3-2-1 Grocery Rule? A simple way to shop balanced on a budget: 5 vegetables 4 fruits 3 proteins (meat, eggs, beans, tuna) 2 grains (rice, oats, bread, pasta) 1 treat or extra Example: Veg: carrots, cabbage, onions, spinach, frozen peas Fruit: apples, bananas, oranges, frozen berries Protein: eggs, chicken thighs , dry beans Grains: rice, oats Treat: peanut butter or dark chocolate 👵 What should a 2-week menu include for an elderly person? Focus on soft, nourishing, and easy-to-digest foods : Must-haves: ✔ Pro...