Raising the minimum wage may slow down the use of government aid programs such as food stamps and Section 8 due to the fact that it would not be as helpful since the minimum wage The worker now earns more and can provide better for himself and his family. It puts the employee in a position where they feel like they can do it themselves and don't have to rely on other people for financial assistance. They feel extremely self-sufficient in how much they are paid, and with the right number of hours they work they can earn enough to provide for bills, food, and any other important life necessities they may need. Now, earning the right amount of money for the right amount of work puts the worker in a less frustrating situation and decreases his or her thoughts about quitting or resigning from the job