The term "working families" generally refers to households where at least one adult is employed and actively engaged in gainful employment. This can include families with two working parents, single-parent households where the parent is working, or even situations where an elderly family member may be working part-time or as a volunteer. The phrase often implies that these families are struggling to make ends meet due to financial constraints and may require assistance in order to provide for their basic needs. In this context, "working families" refers to households that are actively engaged in the workforce but still face challenges related to income inequality or economic hardship.