Eligibility is determined by being part of a particular group such as pregnant women, children, older adults, or disabled adults, and also by meeting financial and citizenship requirements. Some people are eligible because of a temporary disability, or because they are caring for a disabled family member.
General Info and Benefits. Alder (Alnus rubra) General Description. â¢ A relative of birch. â¢ Almost white when freshly cut but dries to light brown with yellow or reddish tones. â¢ Known for fairly straight grain with uniform texture. â¢ Large clear boards are not easily found.
The catkins of some alder species have a degree of edibility, and may be rich in protein. Reported to have a bitter and unpleasant taste, they are more useful for survival purposes. The wood of certain alder species is often used to smoke various food items such as coffee, salmon and other seafood.lder bark contains the anti-inflammatory salicin, which is metabolized into salicylic acid in the body. Some Native American cultures use red alder bark (Alnus rubra) to treat poison oak, insect bites, and skin irritations.