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English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk . startxref CalFresh Handbook Index CalFresh Handbook Table of Contents Chapter 1: Thrifty Food Plan and Income Test Limits Chapter 2: Charts, Tables, and Miscellaneous Chapter 3: Application Chapter 4: Authorized Representative Chapter 5: Social Security Number Requirements Chapter 6: Verifications Chapter 7: Expedited Services Chapter 8: Notice of Action . 0000168645 00000 n 0000009302 00000 n 0000005948 00000 n CalSAWS. 0000005518 00000 n 0000008852 00000 n CalFresh Program - California Department of Social Services CalFresh Info Line 1-877-847-3663. Interpretation services available in all languages. 0000004995 00000 n Get your receipt to see the remaining balance on your EBT Card CalFresh benefits account. 0000154697 00000 n Read more about the end of Emergency Allotments. 0000007726 00000 n County of Santa Clara Social Services 333 W Julian St. San Jose, CA 95110-2335. Support. The TUA allowance remains at $19 (effective 10/1/21). Eligibility for CalFresh, as well as the benefit amount, is based on your households size and income level. City of San Jose Blog | City of San Jose 0000006398 00000 n CalWORKs Eligibility Handbook (Effective June 2020) Personal Assisted Employment Services (PAES) Manual (Effective August 2018) Welfare to Work Handbook (Effective March 2020) Found . Next, turn in the signed application to the County. 0000007477 00000 n 0000006979 00000 n Food Stamp Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-800, Sec 63-805 - Food Stamp Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-900 thru 63-1000, Sec 63-900 thru 63-1002 - Food Stamp Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-1000, Sec 63-1001 thru 63-1102 - Food Stamp Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-1200, Sec 63-1200 thru trailer 0000002818 00000 n 0000167135 00000 n 0000144986 00000 n In general, CalFresh eligibility is available to most lawfully-present immigrants who: California also has a program for immigrants who have not lived here for five years, but have a lawful permanent resident status or qualified immigration status and meet all other program eligibility criteria. %%EOF <<28B55A7DFDBAE34B919617936650B755>]/Prev 768998/XRefStm 4378>> 0000004625 00000 n Beginning June 1, 2019, recipients of SSI/SSP benefits may be eligible for CalFresh Food benefits for the first time! 0000164831 00000 n 0000009429 00000 n 0000146805 00000 n 63-1436 - Food Stamp Manual. If you have questions or problems with your CalFresh benefits, contact your county social services agency. 0000129285 00000 n 0000173834 00000 n 0000008354 00000 n The Santa Clara County Office of the Public Defender is comprised of approximately 240 employees, including 121 attorneys, 30 investigators, 31 paralegals and 58 clerical and support staff who are committed to providing quality legal representation to our clients. 0000160138 00000 n If otherwise eligible, the longest time transitional benefits can be received is up to 5 months after leaving CalWORKs. LAND DEVELOPMENT amp CONSTRUCTION San . 0000168305 00000 n 0000160624 00000 n Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-500 (Cont), 63-503 (Cont) thru 63-504 San Bernardino County Handbook Calfresh Landlord and Tenant Issues LawHelpCA org. 0000006279 00000 n Santa Clara County Social Services Agency. Households will receive their regular CalFresh benefit allotment amount beginning April 2023 as long as they remain eligible. The maximum gross allowed is 200% of the Federal Poverty Level (FPL)[except for households who are sanctioned, households with certain convicted drug felons (until April 1, 2015) or households who have been convicted of an Intentional Program Violation]. Next, You will then be taken to a page where you have to provide your email address to retrieve your username. Persons without a permanent residence or a fixed mailing address can get CalFresh as long as they can prove residency in a county. 0000133480 00000 n Your CalFresh EBT Card or Golden State Advantage card can be used at select restaurants and fast food places if you meet the eligibility criteria. 0000118909 00000 n CalFresh benefits stretch food budgets, allowing individuals and families to afford . hC"g=j3 0 0000060634 00000 n Here are the categories of people who live in the state of California that are eligible for CalFresh: Heres what you need to apply for CalFresh: Applicants must provide proof of their identity to show that they are the person they claim to be. 7 6,688 0000006647 00000 n CalFresh | County of San Mateo, CA 0000174567 00000 n 0000134225 00000 n 0000170262 00000 n 0000003857 00000 n 0000146108 00000 n The new member must be added effective February 1. 0000165511 00000 n Stamp $177 for households of 13 persons, $184 for 4 persons, $215 for 5 persons, and $246 for 6 or more persons (effective 10/1/18). startxref 0000005544 00000 n 0000006032 00000 n Provide the answer to the question in the space provided and click Submit for further instructions on how to retrieve your password. 0000164967 00000 n Gross Income all non-excludable income from any source including all earned income and all unearned income. In-between reporting changes on the SAR 7, SARhouseholds are required to report when theirhousehold income exceeds their Income Reporting Threshold (200% of the Federal Poverty Level in most cases). Restoration of CalFresh benefits after curing the basis for termination 0000003611 00000 n 0000003715 00000 n 0000005652 00000 n Stamp 0000043782 00000 n Eligibility and Issuance Requirements - California Department of Social endstream endobj 1751 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/Index[542 1149]/Length 53/Size 1691/Type/XRef/W[1 1 1]>>stream Thehousehold types that are still required to meet eligibility requirements for resources,resource limits for those households, and the type of resources which are considered are listed below. 0000003916 00000 n 0000004153 00000 n If approved, a monthly dollar amount is placed on a debit-like card to help you add to your monthly food budget. 0000007311 00000 n Business Process. If you are age 60 or over, or you are receiving Social Security Disability or Medi-Cal due to a disability, or a full VA pension heres what you need to know. [-e 2b}&q'(7m90|d ?5$oW10b:bpG6[63le |SLKc^W:[Nu l@q& v "js 2rae`N o0 CalFresh Info Line 1-877-847-3663. There are two kinds of reporting: Change and Semi-Annual, which are described below: Change reporting households are those in which household members are seasonal and/or migrant farm workers, elderly, disabled or homeless. CalFresh Benefits Helpline 63-04.05 Student Eligibility: In order to keep your CalFresh benefits in Santa Clara County, there are four requirements you have to meet each year. If the CalWORKs case did not close and remains open or the CalWORKs case closed due to an ineligible cause or reason, then the household is ineligible for transitional benefits. 0000007856 00000 n 0000003193 00000 n 0000163748 00000 n 0000000016 00000 n 0000159956 00000 n 0000056462 00000 n 0000008000 00000 n Medical Deduction The portion of medical expenses, excluding special diets, in excess of the allowable amount of $35 per household per month (incurred by any household member who is elderly or disabled). 0000167441 00000 n 0000007192 00000 n Heres how to contact the SSA regarding your Santa Clara County CalFresh benefits: The Customer Service Center (CSC) is a single point of contact currently providing services for the following aid programs: To find out about the status of your case or application, or to ask any other question about your case, you can call: If you currently live in the County of Santa Clara and receive CalFresh benefits we have great news! counseling, peer mentoring, housing information, employment, General . 0000175452 00000 n 0000154881 00000 n Sign, fax and printable from PC, iPad, tablet or mobile with pdfFiller Instantly. CF 37 (7/15) - Recertification For CalFresh Benefits. It allows you buy healthy food at most stores, such as food outlets, grocery . 0000003366 00000 n 0000133564 00000 n 0000149764 00000 n These households are required to report within 10 days from the date of a change in writing, verbally or in person. CalFresh Emergency Allotments, which are temporary increases to regular CalFresh food benefits introduced during the start of the pandemic, will be ending soon due to recent action by the federal government. CalFresh is the largest food program in California and provides an essential hunger safety net. 0000162342 00000 n 0000008222 00000 n 0000166421 00000 n The Office of Regulations Development will no longer mail out or provide paper copies of Manual Letters and 0000170324 00000 n 0000000016 00000 n Your household assets must fall below certain limits. 0000161108 00000 n 0000009347 00000 n hb```` Ab,.x87r[XbPB$L`b`0oM)R"+zf+qG4IUKUKtonjN!Vl|:T&,u9P$@S-9;%)f`SmtV7YDL'L4qaT4ohd;cmb)P,Eb]KFlYz;SV6:v.foeBSs\/ArM]c5`yIe[7K|I;\?R)HpWI(9pV-|m#NN*d10hUaF,a(`)@x,0 `!v2 I,&2b{D;V(S( Vendor Payments Money paid to a third party for a household expense by a person or organization outside of the household. 0000005920 00000 n 0000005782 00000 n trailer PDF 19. Income Definitions and Exemptions - Santa Clara County, California 1691 0 obj <> endobj 0000006311 00000 n The applicant must live in the state of California and must apply in their county of residence. CalFresh Handbook - County of Santa Clara. 0000007441 00000 n The net monthly income is used to determine eligibility and the amount of CalFresh benefits that will be received monthly. 4320 0 obj <> endobj A final allotment of these federally funded benefits will be issued in March 2023. 0000161972 00000 n 0000008550 00000 n CalFresh Disaster Response - California Department of Social Services As a result, the Santa Clara County cities and towns listed below have adjusted their minimum wage effective January 1, 2023; with the exception of the City of 0000163266 00000 n Inland Empire Food Bank. xref 0000160700 00000 n It includes SAR 7 renewal and annual recertification timeline. 0000171473 00000 n The maximum gross allowed is 200% of the Federal poverty level (FPL). 0000160010 00000 n Contact Information. 0000008271 00000 n Income Definitions and Exemptions 19.1 Earned Income 19.1.1 Definition Earned income is received as compensation for employment. . 0000172019 00000 n 0000007750 00000 n Individuals, including children, applying for CalFresh benefits, must either provide a Social Security number or proof they have applied for a Social Security Number. 0000166055 00000 n However, this must be computed on a case-by-case basis. 0000007358 00000 n 0000008304 00000 n 0000148303 00000 n Updated Chapter 01/19/05 Div 63, Chap 63-000, Sec 63-001 thru 63-099 - Food Stamp Manual Div 63, Chap 63-100 thru Chap 63-200, Sec 63-100 thru 63-207 - Food Stamp Manual 0000133687 00000 n trailer 0000165849 00000 n There are three ways you can apply for CalFresh benefits: The easier and quickest way to apply for CalFresh in Santa Clara County is online at Your MyBenefits CalWIN! DUE 10/5: Dont forget to submit your #CalFresh, #GeneralAssistance and #CalWORKs Semi Annual Report (SAR7). Income Definitions and Exemptions 19. Food Assistance - Social Services Agency - Santa Clara County, California 0000004685 00000 n Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-100 thru Chap 63-200, Sec 63-100 thru 63-207 - Food 0000004378 00000 n 0000004988 00000 n Healthy Eating and Active Living - County of Santa Clara Application Process . - Food Stamp Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-600 thru 63-700, Sec 63-601 thru You may be given the chance to volunteer to participate in order to help you prepare to find work or go to school. 0000161418 00000 n 0000009183 00000 n 0000137428 00000 n 0000003774 00000 n Find a participating restaurant or fast-food chain near you. 0000171895 00000 n 0000005901 00000 n 0000155327 00000 n CalFresh benefits can help buy nutritious foods for a better diet. 0000004850 00000 n 0000009179 00000 n PDF 9/27/2021 CalFresh Handbook :. 63-04.05 Student Eligibility O/SjUD}Sq_n6 >u9wnY @, )KgM`:ba^iW(s~)s`zt47qu/9lU;bCt-EO:J>x+b5=w/"Ov]{KT 0000057322 00000 n 0000156491 00000 n CalFresh benefits stretch food budgets, allowing individuals and families to afford nutritious food, including more fruit, vegetables and other healthy foods. Submit a damage estimate report from the recent Winter Storms that occurred between Dec. 27, 2022 - Jan. 31, 2023. contact your county social services agency, Medi-Cal: Health coverage for California families, California Lifeline: Discounted home phone and cell phone services, Contact Your County Social Services 0000141460 00000 n 0000167867 00000 n 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. 0000006315 00000 n <]/Prev 523585/XRefStm 3193>> 0000163370 00000 n 1$2,148 More. <]/Prev 414742/XRefStm 2099>> 0000169226 00000 n The SAR 7asks the household to report income, medical and dependent care expenses, and any other changethe household is expectingfor the remainder of theircertification period. This is part of the CalFresh Restaurant Meals Program. Eligibility (BBCE)(200% of Poverty Level) In-Kind Benefits Any gain or benefit that is not in the form of money (i.e., meals, clothing, housing provided by the employer, etc.). Employed at least 20 hours/week. 0000173465 00000 n Residency, Citizenship, and Immigrant Status 14. 0000012239 00000 n 0000166751 00000 n All inquiries will be answered within 2 business days. If the household passes the gross income test, then the net income test is computed. 0000042829 00000 n 0000009938 00000 n 0000129195 00000 n 0000002777 00000 n 0 0000004519 00000 n 0000158292 00000 n 0000002223 00000 n Your county will tell you if you need to participate in any of these activities or if you are excused. Option 2 - By Phone. Furthermore, MyBenefits CalWIN is the website for Santa Clara County Residents to apply for and to view their benefits online. 0000169193 00000 n 0000008575 00000 n 0000003875 00000 n 0000003755 00000 n 0000008140 00000 n CalFresh - Google Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-300, Sec 63-300 thru 63-301 - Food Find your county office contact. Food Stamp Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-500 (Cont), Sec 63-504 (Cont) thru 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. 0000140922 00000 n For more information and resourcesvisit the CalFresh Program website. 0000169245 00000 n CalFresh Income Limits for 2023 - California Food Stamps Help There are no durational requirements. Limited Utility Allowance (LUA) Allowed for a household that incurs expenses for at least two separate utilities other than heating and cooling are eligible for a LUA. 0000003529 00000 n CalFresh Handbook - County of Santa Clara - yumpu.com 0000170719 00000 n 0000004910 00000 n 0000002669 00000 n 0000007773 00000 n 0000146152 00000 n 0000165628 00000 n regulations, please contact the CDSS program directly. 0000013656 00000 n 0000146769 00000 n Published By: E103 . 0000147928 00000 n 0000098968 00000 n 0000003775 00000 n 0000159776 00000 n endstream endobj 1692 0 obj <>/Metadata 540 0 R/Names 1695 0 R/OpenAction[1699 0 R/XYZ null null null]/Outlines 1738 0 R/PageLabels 537 0 R/PageMode/UseOutlines/Pages 539 0 R/StructTreeRoot 542 0 R/Threads 1693 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences 1698 0 R>> endobj 1693 0 obj [1694 0 R] endobj 1694 0 obj <. Also, deductions are expenses that are subtracted from the households monthly gross income to arrive at the net monthly income. If you are an able-bodied adult without dependents and are between the ages of 18 and 50, heres what you need to know: You must register for work or be working at least 20 hours per week or an average of 80 hours per month to receive CalFresh benefits. Purchase hot meals breakfast, lunch, or dinner at the restaurant by using your California EBT Card at checkout. 0000147267 00000 n You will receive an email with instructions about your username. CalFresh, known federally as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP, provides monthly food benefits to individuals and families with low-income and provides economic benefits to communities. California Food Assistance Program (CFAP), Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs), Early Issuance of February CalFresh Benefits. 0000010606 00000 n 0000004546 00000 n There is no change to the SSI/SSP monthly benefit. 0000174197 00000 n 0000166901 00000 n xref Applying for CalFresh in the County of Santa Clara. Dependent Care A household shall be entitled, with respect to expenses for dependent care, to a dependent care deduction for the actual cost of payments necessary for the care of a dependent if the care enables a household member to accept or continue employment, or training or education that is preparatory for employment. SJSU Cares partners with Second Harvest of Silicon Valley in offering CalFresh assistance to students in Santa Clara & San Mateo County by phone: 1-800-984-3663 (Mon . How do I apply for CalFresh Benefits in Santa Clara? If you only receive CalFresh and you dont have minor children, there is another work rule which you also may need to meet. 0000144663 00000 n Click here to locate an office near you. %PDF-1.6 % Each Additional 0000174753 00000 n 0000006229 00000 n Community Resources. Santa Clara Calfresh Handbook - Fill Online, Printable, Fillable, Blank Forms and Brochures - California Department of Social Services 24/7 Nurse advice line. 0000003953 00000 n %PDF-1.6 % If you entered the correct username, you will be taken to the password page, with the sign-in image/picture you selected showing. Available in English, Spanish, and Chinese (pending). 0000011560 00000 n 0000006896 00000 n 0000164093 00000 n Telephone Number: (408) 326-1004. 0000148600 00000 n Fax: (408) 251-4014. 0000005154 00000 n 0000153705 00000 n 0 0000165687 00000 n For speech and/or hearing assistance call 711 Relay. 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. UC Cooperative Extension | Agricultural Experiment Station 0000152809 00000 n Revised Date: April 17, 2019 . This ABAWD requirement is not applicable to Santa Clara County due to the ABAWD waiver. ~ A project of the Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission of Santa Clara County funded by . Adding or Deleting a Person Example: A new member enters the home on January 3. 0000004023 00000 n Santa Clara CalFresh Login (MyBenefits CalWIN Account Login), Restaurants that take CalFresh in Santa Clara County, Any California household or individual (including the homeless) with low or no income, Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients, CalWORKS or CAAP applicants can apply for CalFresh as part of their application process for those services, Students of higher education who meet eligibility requirements, Legal permanent residents and qualified immigrants, Department of Motor Vehicles ID or drivers license. 0000013912 00000 n 0000140424 00000 n 0000173602 00000 n 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. Follow the instructions and enter your 4-digit EBT Card PIN to complete your purchase. 0000171727 00000 n 0000005653 00000 n 0000155489 00000 n 0000006232 00000 n 0000173998 00000 n 0000160974 00000 n Next, we will explain each of the eligibility guidelines in detail, including the income limit, which is the most important. 0000168945 00000 n 0000006393 00000 n 0000006362 00000 n startxref U.S. Department of Agricultures (USDA) Thrifty Food Plan. 0000164529 00000 n 0000004657 00000 n The current allowance is $487 (effective 10/1/21). 0000005818 00000 n Are children under 18 years of age who are qualified and lawfully-admitted for permanent residence under the Immigration and Nationalization Act. 0000007892 00000 n 0000159234 00000 n Semi-Annual Reporting (SAR) households must submit one periodic report form(SAR 7) once a year followed by a recertification form no later than six months later. OR. 0000162146 00000 n 0000005140 00000 n CF 32 (6/13) - CalFresh Request For Contact. 0000003686 00000 n 0000164251 00000 n 0000152492 00000 n As you will see below, the table shows the specific date each renewal process has to be completed based on the date of your initial application for CalFresh. 0000174383 00000 n 0000099162 00000 n 0000166627 00000 n 0000169375 00000 n 0000152647 00000 n 0000152789 00000 n 0000165887 00000 n 0000004353 00000 n Students can only qualify for CalFresh if they meet specific criteria. 0000008935 00000 n There are some exceptions, so contact your local County Welfare Departmentto find out if you are eligible. Most households must have a total gross monthly income less than or equal to 200% of the federal poverty level (FPL), to be potentially eligible for CalFresh. Chronicle Season of Sharing FundChronicle Season of Sharing Fund Stamp 0000160069 00000 n 0000009018 00000 n 0000149209 00000 n 0000156319 00000 n Starting Oct. 1, recipients of CalFresh, a federal nutrition program, received about 22% more in benefits compared to pre-pandemic levelsbringing a family of four up to an extra $155 per month. 0000005177 00000 n Find your county office contact. 0000132901 00000 n 0000168743 00000 n 1775 Story Road. We do not claim responsibility for its accuracy. 0000165313 00000 n We hope this post on CalFresh Santa Clara County was helpful. 0000147208 00000 n CalFresh Charts. You will have to enter a valid username in order to proceed to the password page. 0000003824 00000 n For households to receiveCalFresh benefits they mustprovide certain information in the following areas: If you think you may be eligible forCalFresh benefits, download an application form , fill it out, and submit it to your local County Welfare Department. 1799 0 obj <> endobj 0000086524 00000 n 0000156049 00000 n 1799 94 Furthermore, many legal non-citizens are eligible for CalFresh benefits. 0000010255 00000 n Reasonable accommodations available. You also are excused from it if you are under 18, over age 49, pregnant, living in a CalFresh household with a minor child, and for other reasons your county can explain. 0000160566 00000 n 0000168071 00000 n 0000148516 00000 n The table below provides a simple overview of the CalFresh renewal process. 0000004436 00000 n Children living with their parents are considered part of the same household until age 22. startxref 0000144706 00000 n 0000011008 00000 n 0000164497 00000 n New Analysis Full CalFresh Participation in San. Your county worker will tell you if you have to meet this work rule. The program issues monthly benefits on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. 0000155253 00000 n 0000166271 00000 n 0000161844 00000 n Once you enter your password, click the Sign In button as shown below. 0000047306 00000 n CalFresh Handbook Reference Guides. 0000165363 00000 n 0000170087 00000 n For each EBT $1 that you spend on California grown fruits and vegetables you earn $1 to spend on ANY fresh fruits and vegetables. Training Team. For CalFresh purposes, gross monthly income means a households total income before excluding allowable deductions. 0000005797 00000 n 0000127500 00000 n Revised: 06/25/13 Update #11-01. Heres how: Apply in person at your County SSA office. It explains the various task you can perform once logged in, including how you can check your eligibility for benefits and the status of your application. 0000045471 00000 n Read more about the end of Emergency Allotments. This restoration of benefits is based on a federal . 0000169706 00000 n Next, you will be taken to a page where you will be required to enter your account username, as shown below. 0000155169 00000 n 0000159074 00000 n Semi-Annual Reporting Requirements 24. Yes. Verifications for CalFresh . 6 5,930 In Santa Clara County, people authorized to receive CalFresh benefits can buy food by using the EBT (Electronic Benefits Transfer)/ Food Stamps card at a grocery store and some farmers' markets in the county. 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. 0000169829 00000 n Identity may be verified through a variety of documents, including but not limited to.

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