0000006475 00000 n Click here for help logging into your MyBenefits CalWIN account or see the instructions above. Are receiving disability-related assistance or benefits, regardless of entry date, or. You will receive an email with instructions about your username. 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. CalFresh counts most types of income to determine if a household is eligible. Persons without a permanent residence or a fixed mailing address can get CalFresh as long as they can prove residency in a county. 0000170899 00000 n 0000169049 00000 n 0000009429 00000 n 0000156181 00000 n 0000085638 00000 n 0000163765 00000 n Are children under 18 years of age who are qualified and lawfully-admitted for permanent residence . 0000007365 00000 n 0000165415 00000 n 0000148303 00000 n 0000009526 00000 n O/SjUD}Sq_n6 >u9wnY @, )KgM`:ba^iW(s~)s`zt47qu/9lU;bCt-EO:J>x+b5=w/"Ov]{KT 0000155130 00000 n 0000006315 00000 n CalFresh is federally mandated and in California, is state-supervised and county-operated. As your income increases, your CalFresh benefit amount goes down. 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! The Chronicle Season of Sharing Fund provides temporary assistance to help people living in Alameda, Contra Costa, Marin, Napa, San Francisco, San Mateo, Santa Clara, Solano, and Sonoma counties. 0000007394 00000 n 0000001571 00000 n 0000013656 00000 n 0000005237 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. 0000147267 00000 n Also, even if you cant get CalFresh benefits for yourself, other members of your household may be eligible. 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. 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 . 0000165667 00000 n Students can only qualify for CalFresh if they meet specific criteria. Application Process . 0000156407 00000 n You can fax the completed, signed application form to your County SSA office. 0000005568 00000 n Available in English, Spanish, and Chinese (pending). 0000006232 00000 n 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. There are special rules for households with seniors and people who are disabled. For more information and resourcesvisit the CalFresh Program website. 0000162514 00000 n 0000172019 00000 n 0000147443 00000 n More. Stamp 0000006445 00000 n CF 29D (2/14) - CalFresh Recertification On-Demand Appointment Letter. 0000009101 00000 n 0000171023 00000 n 0000163266 00000 n 0000010541 00000 n 0000145807 00000 n %%EOF 0000161418 00000 n For info on how to complete watch YouTube video https://t.co/gpn251Qyav pic.twitter.com/rpJcOr6E3r, SCCSSADEBS (@sccssadebs) October 1, 2021. CalFresh Benefits Helpline 0000159530 00000 n 0000002617 00000 n Santa Clara County Social Services Agency. 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. 0000003645 00000 n Seeds and plants to grow food for household use. 0000163550 00000 n The applicant must live in the state of California and must apply in their county of residence. 0000163941 00000 n If you are approved for food stamps in California, how much in benefits you get partly depends on the: The Thrifty Food Plan is a government estimate of how much it costs to provide a household with nutritious, low-cost meals. 0000003774 00000 n <]/Prev 414742/XRefStm 2099>> The following regulations contain the CDSS Manual of Policies and Procedures. For CalFresh purposes, gross monthly income means a households total income before excluding allowable deductions. 63-509 CalSAWS. However, this must be computed on a case-by-case basis. 0000043709 00000 n 0000008686 00000 n 0000137387 00000 n 0000006066 00000 n 0000163704 00000 n 0000009032 00000 n hU[PU6 66MbR$h&ftBVK!b@*W/U_|C"3j3/:z, <9ggs H2* O&$5RkzfGt^K58|%R1wWb1N09`,7uxVn2>2zVOpdP{o6~#cAP-k/~`"}ng]]{Gsk&U)|UEec]yXDinC|#U-imh!Zr&&&iyOn^Bu6mn7l+ZJ2qvokih{FFuz.gefWl|8Ro{*|(O6h 8H|-[S tiI+.vsDFHsHl^c1"^g!Q>f[ K|AyM &- F`Iqf+dn2'N Qz]mt\lJO]I-/R/$>_xp%[WF"C+Q3HR$AK,0,U!-"L2BTAAVIW'21YnQ2l]QDN%$fLJbCNR_o 8[ZuFrlqT>.Y4MBAJhxf=^=h0~m#e>7VXJD),~0nA%O_d: 4QVflEq trailer 0000011560 00000 n 0000132985 00000 n 0000075679 00000 n CalFresh Benefits Helpline 1-877-847-3663. The program issues monthly benefits on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. Furthermore, many legal non-citizens are eligible for CalFresh benefits. 0000008468 00000 n 0000005818 00000 n Submit a damage estimate report from the recent Winter Storms that occurred between Dec. 27, 2022 - Jan. 31, 2023. 0000152492 00000 n 0000170719 00000 n 2015 97 0000167729 00000 n 0000007809 00000 n 0000002099 00000 n 0000173404 00000 n Households that fit the description in section 1 above will need to report the following types of resources: Liquid Resources Includes all funds readily available to the household such as cash on hand, money in checking or savings accounts, savings certificates, trust deeds, notes receivable, stocks, or bonds, non-recurring lump sum payments [which includes retroactive payments, funds held in an individual retirement accounts (IRA) and funds held in accessible Keogh plans]. 0000163748 00000 n 0000167867 00000 n 0000169083 00000 n 0000134141 00000 n 0000166125 00000 n 0000000016 00000 n 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. SSA Customer Service Center (CSC) 1.408.758.3800. 0000006611 00000 n startxref 0000006777 00000 n If you are a member of the public weencourage you to apply online atBenefitsCal.comor contact your county social services agency. 0000005230 00000 n 0000164093 00000 n 2.1 CalFresh Program Monthly Allotment and Income . 0000169375 00000 n CalFresh Eligibility Public Counsel. 0000048259 00000 n Residency, Citizenship, and Immigrant Status 14.1 Residency 14.1.1 Requirements [63-401] The household must reside in Santa Clara County. 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 . The household is receiving CalFresh only. In Santa Clara County, the CalFresh program is managed by the County of Santa ClaraSocial Service Agency (SSA). 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). Eligible locations will display the Restaurant Meals sign (pictured below). %PDF-1.6 % 0000158292 00000 n 0000166751 00000 n 0000008188 00000 n A final allotment of these federally funded benefits will be issued in March 2023. 0000175083 00000 n 0000007441 00000 n 1775 Story Road. 0000004768 00000 n Number of People in Your Household (People buying/eating together). Eligible household members can getCalFresh benefits even if other members of the household are not eligible. WlURj;P9#\+`Rh'=M]&2#2 Iq1`Z!!'4ELBwD1x1fx 1h KMdpGC5[1[nidPb';MQQ#'F |d dH20/5PPo@!@q+v; (Hs1o%S@ig(Nx#@ 2P 0000008715 00000 n Receiving cash assistance (TANF). 0000148600 00000 n If your household has a person who is 60 or older or disabled, only the net income limit must be met. 0000148654 00000 n 0000010356 00000 n All Rights Reserved. 0000004685 00000 n 4 4,418 This resource is designed to assistcounty eligibility workers and other partners who provide services to the public. 0000166293 00000 n The LUA allowance is $144 (effective 10/1/21). 0000012979 00000 n 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. 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. 0000012723 00000 n Get your receipt to see the remaining balance on your EBT Card CalFresh benefits account. 0000171641 00000 n 0000005154 00000 n We strongly suggest that you watch the video below, which does an excellent job of explaining in detail how to navigate the MyBenefits CalWIN website. The value of non-exempt resources shall be its equity value, which is the fair market value less encumbrances. 0000006398 00000 n 0000169245 00000 n 0000171473 00000 n If you forgot your password, click on the Forgot Password link as shown in the image below. Excluded Resources Resources which are not counted are the home and surrounding property, vehicles, household goods, personal effects, resources with an equity value of $1500 or less (excluding financial instruments), and resources with a cash value that is not accessible to the household (such as irrevocable trust funds, security deposits on rental property, etc.). 0000005569 00000 n h1 04g\bO&`'MF[! z A household can be one person, a group of people, a family, or any combination of people that buy and prepare food together. Fill Santa Clara County Calfresh Handbook, Edit online. 0000003193 00000 n 0000171895 00000 n Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-100 thru Chap 63-200, Sec 63-100 thru 63-207 - Food We will first explain the recertification process, then we will explain how you can complete the process online. 0000006768 00000 n following month, provided that employment is expected to be 20 hours per week. 0000010252 00000 n 0000165887 00000 n Also, we will walk you through how much you are likely to receive in CalFresh if you are approved. For speech and/or hearing assistance call 711 Relay. 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. 0000162690 00000 n 0000118909 00000 n New Analysis Full CalFresh Participation in San. 0000167339 00000 n 0000009347 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. 0000042829 00000 n 0000004741 00000 n Regulation and Policy Handbooks. This is part of the CalFresh Restaurant Meals Program. 0000004932 00000 n 0000006860 00000 n Fill Santa Clara Calfresh Handbook, Edit online. It allows you buy healthy food at most stores, such as food outlets, grocery . CalFresh benefits stretch food budgets, allowing individuals and families to afford nutritious food, including more fruit, vegetables and other healthy foods. 0000165849 00000 n 0000010752 00000 n san bernardino county handbook calfresh Bing Just PDF. 0000133480 00000 n 0000129856 00000 n 0000160069 00000 n CalFresh is federally mandated and in California, is state-supervised and county-operated. 0000160624 00000 n CalFresh 24. dok[{wPA SL> w6!ftc~H.0mkp9c4C'j;8HG"@k[J g=w -QR Some states have additional exceptions for students. 0000004519 00000 n 0000060905 00000 n xref Standard Utility Allowance (SUA) Allowed for a household that incurs utility costs, which are separate and apart from the household's rent/mortgage payment. . %%EOF It is very important to keep your interview even if you do not have proof of the changes discussed above. 0000168525 00000 n 0000003536 00000 n 0000167585 00000 n 0000010606 00000 n 0000006346 00000 n 0000007939 00000 n CalFresh Benefits Helpline 1-877-847-3663 0000003755 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. Employed at least 20 hours/week. 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. CalFresh Handbook Reference Guides. For more information on how SSI recipients may apply for CalFresh Food benefits, visit CalFreshFood.org. If your household has a person who is 60 or older or disabled, only the net income limit must be met. 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. A standard deduction of $225 for a household with 5 members. This restoration of benefits is based on a federal . 0000007726 00000 n Inland Empire Food Bank. Stamp 0000144706 00000 n Effective Date: 01/01/14 . 0000007275 00000 n 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. Stamp 0000006393 00000 n CalFresh benefits can be used to purchase: Yes. 0000009954 00000 n You can call the County of Santa Clara Social Service Agency (SSA) to apply by phone or have an application mailed to you. 0000004991 00000 n English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk . Children living with their parents are considered part of the same household until age 22. 0000172339 00000 n Household SizeGross Income 0000152809 00000 n 0000007122 00000 n Furthermore, MyBenefits CalWIN is the website for Santa Clara County Residents to apply for and to view their benefits online. 0000003366 00000 n The TUA allowance remains at $19 (effective 10/1/21). 0000005099 00000 n 0000101509 00000 n 0000161972 00000 n 0000006896 00000 n 0000163927 00000 n Transitional benefits may be provided to a CalFresh household terminating participation in the CalWORKs Program without the need to re-establish CalFresh eligibility. 9/27/2021 CalFresh Handbook :. 4488 0 obj <>stream This website and its contents are for informational purposes only. Copyright 2023 California Department of Social Services. Option 2 - By Phone. Program. Here are the most frequently asked questions about CalFresh in Santa Clara County. Working an average of 20 hours per week (at least 80 hours per month, but not. 0000154504 00000 n CF 31 (4/15) - CalFresh Supplemental Form For Special Medical Deductions. You can use your EBT card to get more fruits and vegetables at participating grocery stores in Santa Clara county. We provide our readers with information on assistance benefit programs such as Calfresh, food stamps (SNAP), TANF, WIC, and Medicaid. 1691 0 obj <> endobj 0000171267 00000 n 0000128425 00000 n You must turn in this recertification application and be interviewed before the end of your certification period to continue receiving CalFresh. 1892 0 obj <>stream 7 6,688 hb```` Ab,.x87r[XbPB$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( 0000175452 00000 n <]/Prev 931089/XRefStm 4995>> 0000154533 00000 n 0000128697 00000 n Forms. Earned income has an allowable deduction of 20% (i.e., 80% of the gross earned income counts in the calculation of benefit levels). CalFresh. Find a participating restaurant or fast-food chain near you. Once you are on the homepage you will need to locate the Sign In button, which is usually at the top part of the site (see image below). 0000100330 00000 n 0000160974 00000 n Agency, Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card Information, Women, Infants and Children Nutrition 0000169321 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. CalFresh benefits stretch food budgets, allowing individuals and families to afford . 0000145152 00000 n We do not claim responsibility for its accuracy. 0000008140 00000 n Certain non-citizens such as those admitted for humanitarian reasons and those admitted for permanent residence may be eligible forCalFresh benefits. The CalFresh Program is Californias version of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP and formerly known as Food Stamps. 0000164789 00000 n EN. 0000140863 00000 n Semi-Annual Reporting Requirements 24.1 Semi-Annual Reporting (SAR) Households As a result of Senate Bill (SB) 79, California eliminated Change Reporting and all CalFresh households . CalFresh benefits can help buy nutritious foods for a better diet. 0000004353 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. 0000009183 00000 n 0000007145 00000 n 0000156491 00000 n %PDF-1.6 % 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. 0000005096 00000 n GetCalFresh org. 0000105047 00000 n Available in English, Spanish, and Chinese (pending). Santa Clara County Social Services 1-408-758-3800. 0000129946 00000 n The amount of benefits a household receives is dependent on household size countable income, and monthly expenses, such as housing and utilities. Examples of earned income include wages and salaries, striker's benefits, etc. 0000146637 00000 n Outreach materials are available and can be accessed on the Disaster CalFresh Outreach Materials webpage. Available in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Russian. 0000164831 00000 n Farmers Market produce is grown locally and freshness is unbeatable! We hope this post on CalFresh Santa Clara County was helpful. 0000165085 00000 n 0000173363 00000 n 0000005140 00000 n Everything you need to know about California Food Stamps and CalFresh. 0000164967 00000 n Interpretation services available in all languages. 0000161262 00000 n If the homeless shelter allowance is used, separate utility costs are not allowed because the homeless shelter allowance includes a utility component. 0000007311 00000 n 0000005983 00000 n 0000006872 00000 n 0000167205 00000 n ~ A project of the Recycling and Waste Reduction Commission of Santa Clara County funded by . 0000006113 00000 n 0000006196 00000 n 0000006065 00000 n Also, deductions are expenses that are subtracted from the households monthly gross income to arrive at the net monthly income. Try Now! 0000013035 00000 n 0000167441 00000 n 0000173465 00000 n Household members that are not eligible for CalFresh do not have to provide or apply for a Social Security Number. 0000170265 00000 n 0000160010 00000 n 0000004378 00000 n 0000160872 00000 n 0000161544 00000 n Santa Clara County CF Handbook. You will know by mail whether you will keep receiving CalFresh benefits, what your benefit amount will be, and if there are any other changes. Contact Information. 0000003953 00000 n 0000154592 00000 n $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). hC"g=j3 0000004546 00000 n Vendor Payments Money paid to a third party for a household expense by a person or organization outside of the household. QA Corner. Currently, there are many restaurants that accept EBT Cards in Santa Clara County, California. CalFresh Info Line 1-877-847-3663. Excess Shelter A monthly shelter cost in excess of 50% of the household's income after all above deductions are considered. However, households with an elderly or disabled person must have assets of $3,500 or less. How to double your Calfresh dollars at the Farmers' Market. 0000158890 00000 n Follow the instructions below for help logging in MyBenefits CalWIN online account. 0000008520 00000 n 0000055863 00000 n 0000007607 00000 n 0000161844 00000 n 0000005342 00000 n 0000170262 00000 n 0000170253 00000 n If you entered the correct password, you will be automatically taken to your MyBenefits CalWIN account page.