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If you have further questions about CalFresh in Santa Clara County or California EBT Card, please let us know in the comments section below. Here is the number to call: SSA Customer Service Center (CSC) 1.408.758.3800. Over the last 36 years, the Chronicle Season of Sharing Fund has distributed more than $179 million to help individuals and families in need. 0000012979 00000 n
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We will contact your when we have a work day scheduled. The CDSS will regularly post updates regarding CalFresh's response to disasters such as wildfires, earthquakes, and severe storms on this webpage. CalFresh Food is California's name for the federal food program called Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) that used to be known as Food Stamps. Click here to locate a California Food Stamps Office near you.
How do I apply for CalFresh Benefits in Santa Clara? Medical Deduction The portion of medical expenses, excluding special diets, in excess of the allowable amount of $35 per household per month (incurred by any household member who is elderly or disabled). 0000148119 00000 n
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Summary: This handbook has been updated to remove gross earned income and unearned income. Revised: 06/25/13 Update #11-01. Next, you will be taken to a page where you will be required to enter your account username, as shown below. Santa Clara County CF Handbook. U.S. Department of Agricultures (USDA) Thrifty Food Plan. 3. 0000162342 00000 n
CalFresh households, except those containing an aged (60 or older) or disabled member or where all members receive cash assistance, are subject to gross and net income determination tests. County of Santa Clara CalFresh Policy Handbook ; Report a problem on this page . County of Santa Clara Social Services 333 W Julian St. San Jose, CA 95110-2335. CalFresh benefits can be used to purchase: Yes. CalFresh (CDSS website): ACL/ACIN/ACWDL/etc CalFresh Regulations. Cash donations from a charitable organization of not more than $300 in a calendar quarter. 0000007122 00000 n
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63-708 - Coincidentally, an additional 22% of Santa Clara County residents have sought CalFresh assistance since the pandemic began. Beginning June 1, 2019, recipients of SSI/SSP benefits may be eligible for CalFresh Food benefits for the first time! 0
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There are special rules for able-bodied adults without dependent children. Furthermore, we will explain the restaurant meals program in Santa Clara County and how you can use your EBT card to buy food at restaurants and fast food places if you are eligible. 0000006229 00000 n
In Santa Clara County, where over 1,500 people are signing up every month for CalFresh, a temporary 15 percent increase in CalFresh benefits will be available until June 30. Households may report , during the certification period, any change that could increase benefits, such as a job loss or increased shelter expenses. 0000169621 00000 n
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Heres how to contact the SSA regarding your Santa Clara County CalFresh benefits: The Customer Service Center (CSC) is a single point of contact currently providing services for the following aid programs: To find out about the status of your case or application, or to ask any other question about your case, you can call: If you currently live in the County of Santa Clara and receive CalFresh benefits we have great news! 0000055863 00000 n
As your income increases, your CalFresh benefit amount goes down. 0000164581 00000 n
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These households are required to report within 10 days from the date of a change in writing, verbally or in person. Try Now! Everything you need to know about California Food Stamps and CalFresh. 0000002777 00000 n
Applying for CalFresh in the County of Santa Clara. Medical expenses exceeding $35 for elderly or disabled household members, Court-ordered child support payments paid to non-household members, and, A portion of shelter (rent or mortgage) and utility costs, The total amount of your households income, and. The Restaurant Meals Program (RMP) allows CalFresh recipients who are 60 years of age or older, disabled, or homeless to use their CalFresh benefits to purchase lower-cost prepared meals at approved participating restaurants in certain counties. This restoration of benefits is based on a federal . Eligibility (BBCE)(200% of Poverty Level) Most households must have a total gross monthly income less than or equal to 200% of the federal poverty level, to be potentially eligible for CalFresh. 0000005653 00000 n
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Also, deductions are expenses that are subtracted from the households monthly gross income to arrive at the net monthly income. 0000166271 00000 n
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Working an average of 20 hours per week (at least 80 hours per month, but not. Heres thelist of Santa Clara County SSA office locations that handle CalFresh applications and benefits. Outreach materials are available and can be accessed on the Disaster CalFresh Outreach Materials webpage. Your county worker will tell you if you have to meet this work rule. 0000007643 00000 n
63-509 You can complete the paper application and return it to the SSA office for processing. 0000141006 00000 n
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A standard deduction of $225 for a household with 5 members. CalFresh is federally mandated and in California, is state-supervised and county-operated. 0000152789 00000 n
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Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-100 thru Chap 63-200, Sec 63-100 thru 63-207 - Food 6 5,930 regulations, please contact the CDSS program directly. Cost of childcare when needed to work, seek work or attend training for work. This pilot project provides matching funds so that families and individuals participating in the CalFresh program can buy even more fresh fruits and vegetables at the grocery store. 0000155911 00000 n
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We provide our readers with information on assistance benefit programs such as Calfresh, food stamps (SNAP), TANF, WIC, and Medicaid. 0000047306 00000 n
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The next step in the recertification process is to attend your interview on the appointed date. To locate an SSA office near you, click here. Z9cz>!`N3 *{*y\^T&si*.*dm2~nHM2c]\2Q+s,/]dT2U-_2jO3:WuI+do:}@&.)T0 h1 04g\bO&`'MF[! z
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CalFresh benefits can help buy nutritious foods for a better diet. Adding or Deleting a Person Example: A new member enters the home on January 3. 0000152809 00000 n
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These handbooks provide a comprehensive interpretation of the federal, state and county regulations that govern the eligibility determinations for the following public benefit programs. 0000128425 00000 n
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Interpretation services available in all languages. Thehousehold types that are still required to meet eligibility requirements for resources,resource limits for those households, and the type of resources which are considered are listed below. 0000166105 00000 n
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Contain a member who has been disqualified from participating in CalFresh because of an Intentional Program Violation, Have a head of household does not comply with, Have any member of the household has been convicted of certain categories of drug felonies. If you live in the County of Santa Clara, then you can use the MyBenefits CalWIN online portal to apply for and manage benefit assistance. Food may be purchased at any grocery store or farmers market that accepts EBT cards. California Food Assistance Program (CFAP), Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs), Early Issuance of February CalFresh Benefits. 0000011064 00000 n
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The list includes restaurants in the following Santa Clara County cities: For a list of these restaurants and to find one near you, click here or see our full article on Restaurants that take CalFresh EBT in Santa Clara. 63-04.05 Student Eligibility: CalWORKs Eligibility Handbook (Effective June 2020) Personal Assisted Employment Services (PAES) Manual (Effective August 2018) Welfare to Work Handbook (Effective March 2020) Found . 0000153705 00000 n
Click here for the recertification application form. 0000005342 00000 n
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Available in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Russian. 0000004988 00000 n
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Eligible locations will display the Restaurant Meals sign (pictured below). CF 32 (6/13) - CalFresh Request For Contact.
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CalFresh Info Line 1-877-847-3663. On February 1, 2023, a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration with Individual Assistance . Heres how: Apply in person at your County SSA office. 0000144663 00000 n
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Are children under 18 years of age who are qualified and lawfully-admitted for permanent residence under the Immigration and Nationalization Act. To learn about this policy change, see the Expansion of CalFresh to SSI Recipients Partner Flyer located here: (English) (Spanish). The CalFresh Program helps to improve the health and well-being of qualified households and individuals by providing them a means to meet their nutritional needs. trailer
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Be sure to check out our other articles about CalFresh and CalFresh EBT, including: Our website is dedicated to helping low-income California households improve their financial well-being and quality of life. 0000008188 00000 n
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Agencies . If approved, a monthly dollar amount is placed on a debit-like card to help you add to your monthly food budget. 0000147928 00000 n
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Homeless Household Shelter Available to homeless persons who are not receiving free shelter for the entire month. 0000013035 00000 n
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Once there, you can perform a variety of tasks as listed above, including: If you do not remember your login credentials, follow the instructions below: If you do not remember your username, click on the Forgot Username? link, as shown below. Examples of earned income include wages and salaries, striker's benefits, etc. 0000144706 00000 n
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We will then walk you through the 3 ways you can apply for CalFresh in Santa Clara County. If the homeless shelter allowance is used, separate utility costs are not allowed because the homeless shelter allowance includes a utility component. Households discontinued from the CalFresh program can have their eligibility restored on a pro-rata basis within the month following termination, without the need for a new application or an interview, if the household resolves the reasons for the discontinuance in that month. Enter your email address in the space provided, then click Submit. 0000129733 00000 n
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Households will receive their regular CalFresh benefit allotment amount beginning April 2023 as long as they remain eligible. 2.1 CalFresh Program Monthly Allotment and Income . The County CalFresh office will send you an interview appointment letter to discuss your recertification application. zbrJ%?kf9MM=rLNoILn2M+3N9xYA%;AZ4y~R"gY+irsiRY
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In this post, we will review everything you need to know about CalFresh Santa Clara including CalFresh eligibility, how to apply for benefits, How to renew your benefits, MyBenefits CalWIN login help, and SSA contact information. Deductions are allowable expenses that can be subtracted from the households monthly gross income to arrive at the net monthly income.