Perceptions and Barriers to SNAP Utilization Among Asian and Pacific Islanders in Greater Los Angeles.

Purpose: To examine the perceptions of and barriers to Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) participation among Asian and Pacific Islander (API) immigrants.

Design: Qualitative focus groups were conducted in 4 API communities.

Setting And Participants: Participants were recruited from 4 API communities (n = 68; 22 Tongan, 18 Vietnamese, 16 Filipino, and 12 Chinese) through local community-based organizations in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.