0000008271 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. 0000140424 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 CalFresh benefits can be used to purchase: Yes. You may be eligible with income over the regular limits if you pay very high rent and utilities and/or have medical expenses over $35 per month. 0000153343 00000 n We will then walk you through the 3 ways you can apply for CalFresh in Santa Clara County. 0000144622 00000 n 0000154504 00000 n Residency, Citizenship, and Immigrant Status 14.1 Residency 14.1.1 Requirements [63-401] The household must reside in Santa Clara County. The resultant amount cannot exceed 100% of the FPL. Income Definitions and Exemptions 19.1 Earned Income 19.1.1 Definition Earned income is received as compensation for employment. CalFresh Charts 2. 0000169375 00000 n 0000155253 00000 n CalFresh provides nutrition assistance to people with low income. 0000007062 00000 n 0000144808 00000 n Click on the Sign In button to proceed with the process, as shown below. 0000166055 00000 n 0000156491 00000 n CalFresh. 0000005342 00000 n CalFresh benefits can help buy nutritious foods for a better diet. Currently, there are many restaurants that accept EBT Cards in Santa Clara County, California. 0000156049 00000 n 0000009265 00000 n The current allowance is $487 (effective 10/1/21). 0000007856 00000 n 0000148654 00000 n Standard deduction of $258 for a household with 6 or more members. 0000167339 00000 n 0000171473 00000 n This CalFresh Program is known as the California Food Assistance Program (CFAP). CalFresh (CDSS website): ACL/ACIN/ACWDL/etc CalFresh Regulations. 0000137387 00000 n 0000140863 00000 n Standards for Modified Categorical Call the California SNAP hotline to learn more: 1-877-847-3663. 0000134225 00000 n We are a privately-owned website that provides information about California food stamps and Calfresh EBT Card benefits. 0000148303 00000 n 0000004023 00000 n 0000163927 00000 n Application Process . Are receiving disability-related assistance or benefits, regardless of entry date, or. 0000146505 00000 n 0000167877 00000 n 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. Forms. Copyright 2023 California Department of Social Services, Div 63, Chap 63-000, Sec 63-001 thru 63-099 - Food 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). 0000168615 00000 n Next, turn in the signed application to the County. 0000004519 00000 n Alcoholic beverages and tobacco products. 0000150973 00000 n Outreach materials are available and can be accessed on the Disaster CalFresh Outreach Materials webpage. 0000006481 00000 n 0000154697 00000 n If the household passes the gross income test, then the net income test is computed. 0000128425 00000 n 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. 0000007643 00000 n Gross earned income, unearned income information has been relocated to the upcoming CalFresh Handbook 63-05.32 Income and Deductions. 0000006860 00000 n 0000000016 00000 n CalFresh Handbook page 30-9. hb``d` Ab,78>Qay aF'lIkT^0;i3$k``hl*F`Hp\\"0P TSMoR1?Xrz2{T4. 0000145294 00000 n 0000006445 00000 n %%EOF 0000003715 00000 n 0000141583 00000 n 0000132985 00000 n 0000167135 00000 n 0000170375 00000 n 0000008852 00000 n %%EOF 0000158590 00000 n Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-300, Sec 63-300 thru 63-301 - Food Member +758. CF 215 (9/14) - CalFresh Notification Of Inter-County Transfer. 0000008000 00000 n 0000156407 00000 n 0000006147 00000 n 5IuC,[psn >UsA;>@](4#c7qWWi"uaFp3J. This resource is designed to assistcounty eligibility workers and other partners who provide services to the public. 0000172339 00000 n <]/Prev 931089/XRefStm 4995>> 0000159530 00000 n There are special rules for households with seniors and people who are disabled. Email Address: pac-collections@fin.sccgov.org. 0000164967 00000 n 0000144706 00000 n This website and its contents are for informational purposes only. The amount of benefits a household receives is dependent on household size countable income, and monthly expenses, such as housing and utilities. Your county will tell you if you need to participate in any of these activities or if you are excused. California SNAP (CalFresh) Income Eligibility Standards for Fiscal Year 2023. You can call the County of Santa Clara Social Service Agency (SSA) to apply by phone or have an application mailed to you. CalFresh Program Manual; County Adult Assistance Program (CAAP) CAAP Eligibility Manual (Effective December 2022) Family and Children's Services (FCS) . Receiving federal or state work study financial aid. English Deutsch Franais Espaol Portugus Italiano Romn Nederlands Latina Dansk Svenska Norsk Magyar Bahasa Indonesia Trke Suomi Latvian Lithuanian esk . 0000006872 00000 n Certain non-citizens such as those admitted for humanitarian reasons and those admitted for permanent residence may be eligible forCalFresh benefits. Identity may be verified through a variety of documents, including but not limited to. 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 <. 0000173998 00000 n 0000163663 00000 n 0000154294 00000 n We do not claim responsibility for its accuracy. Produce may cost less at Farmers Market than at the grocery store! 0000005735 00000 n 0000004685 00000 n Enrolled in a program that doesn't require a high school diploma. 0000005096 00000 n 0000169455 00000 n Revised: 06/25/13 Update #11-01. xref Santa Clara County Social Services 1-408-758-3800. 0000005140 00000 n 0000007773 00000 n 0000006611 00000 n 0000042829 00000 n 0000168931 00000 n 0000008575 00000 n 0000009938 00000 n 0000007275 00000 n 0000155169 00000 n 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. 0000009954 00000 n 0000100330 00000 n [ACL 10-32.] Number of People in Your Household (People buying/eating together). EN. 0000166547 00000 n Gross Income all non-excludable income from any source including all earned income and all unearned income. 0000170899 00000 n Support. If otherwise eligible, the longest time transitional benefits can be received is up to 5 months after leaving CalWORKs. 0000004353 00000 n You can complete the paper application and return it to the SSA office for processing. 0000006066 00000 n trailer 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. 0000165313 00000 n 0000005071 00000 n Most CalFresh households are subject to a gross income determination test. 0000003193 00000 n 0000156181 00000 n Lastly, we will provide SSA contact information, including the phone number and hours of operation. 0000006564 00000 n 0000137303 00000 n 0000005596 00000 n 0000168645 00000 n %PDF-1.6 % 0000164663 00000 n 0000145629 00000 n 0000167035 00000 n 0000003282 00000 n You can complete the paper application and return it to the SSA office for processing. 0000007975 00000 n We provide our readers with information on assistance benefit programs such as Calfresh, food stamps (SNAP), TANF, WIC, and Medicaid. Once approved monthly benefits are provided on an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card that works just like a bank debit card to buy food at most grocery stores and markets (including some Farmers Markets). Income received too infrequently/irregularly to be reasonably anticipated but not more than $30 in a quarter. 0000166293 00000 n CalFresh Benefits Helpline <]/Prev 414742/XRefStm 2099>> 0000005653 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. 0000141667 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 $155 per month. Phone: (408) 793-2700. 0000009183 00000 n 0000149147 00000 n 0000008909 00000 n 0000009179 00000 n 0000147317 00000 n 0000004546 00000 n 0000132901 00000 n 0000165849 00000 n 0000003611 00000 n 1799 0 obj <> endobj 0000003226 00000 n Find a participating restaurant or fast-food chain near you. 63-04.05 Student Eligibility: Published By: E103 . 0000147805 00000 n 0000141006 00000 n After you submit an application, you will be contacted by an eligibility worker to complete the application process. As your income increases, your CalFresh benefit amount goes down. 0000004270 00000 n Submit a damage estimate report from the recent Winter Storms that occurred between Dec. 27, 2022 - Jan. 31, 2023. 0000169267 00000 n hU[PU6 66MbR$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 0 0000001571 00000 n 0000160562 00000 n Santa Clara County CF Handbook. 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 . 0000158333 00000 n Households may report , during the certification period, any change that could increase benefits, such as a job loss or increased shelter expenses. Employed at least 20 hours/week. It is very important to keep your interview even if you do not have proof of the changes discussed above. 0000159956 00000 n 0000005818 00000 n Enter your email address in the space provided, then click Submit. 0000164497 00000 n Before we get into CalFresh eligibility guidelines, first, we will explain what CalFresh is about and who is eligible to apply. Here are three reasons why it pays to use your CalFresh benefits at Farmers Market. 0000006398 00000 n 0000165415 00000 n Healthy Communities Branch. Your county worker will tell you if you have to meet this work rule. 0000003588 00000 n Any non-food items, including pet food, soaps, paper products, household supplies, grooming items, and cosmetics. 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. A final allotment of these federally funded benefits will be issued in March 2023. 0000146002 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. 0000045471 00000 n 0000003447 00000 n However, households with an elderly or disabled person must have assets of $3,500 or less. 0000163748 00000 n 0000007122 00000 n 0000009511 00000 n %%EOF You will have to enter a valid username in order to proceed to the password page. 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]. Watch on. 1752 0 obj <>stream . 0000128697 00000 n 0000010606 00000 n 0000154533 00000 n 0000008222 00000 n Below is a chart of gross monthly income for 200% of the Federal poverty level by household size effective 10/1/2022. 0000000016 00000 n 0000006279 00000 n 0000147701 00000 n 0000166761 00000 n 0000005983 00000 n 0000149764 00000 n Find your county office contact. CalFresh Handbook - County of Santa Clara. If the homeless shelter allowance is used, separate utility costs are not allowed because the homeless shelter allowance includes a utility component. 2015 97 The table below provides a simple overview of the CalFresh renewal process. 0000147122 00000 n In addition to CalFresh benefits, the SSA also handles CalWORKs, General Relief, and MediCal applications and benefits. 0000169725 00000 n 0000003366 00000 n 0000166901 00000 n 0000005544 00000 n Reasonable accommodations available. Furthermore, MyBenefits CalWIN is the website for Santa Clara County Residents to apply for and to view their benefits online. 0000060905 00000 n 0000003507 00000 n We will contact your when we have a work day scheduled. 0000086524 00000 n 0000169193 00000 n You do not have to meet this work rule if it is waived in your county. You will receive an email with instructions about your username. 0000165995 00000 n CF 29D (2/14) - CalFresh Recertification On-Demand Appointment Letter. CF 32 (6/13) - CalFresh Request For Contact. Available in English, Spanish, and Chinese (pending). Household SizeGross Income CalFresh Charts. You can use your EBT card to get more fruits and vegetables at participating grocery stores in Santa Clara county. 0000153354 00000 n 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. 0000006065 00000 n 0000154592 00000 n endstream endobj 2110 0 obj <>/Filter/FlateDecode/Index[769 1246]/Length 57/Size 2015/Type/XRef/W[1 2 1]>>stream 0000003737 00000 n County of Santa Clara Social Services 333 W Julian St. San Jose, CA 95110-2335. 0000158292 00000 n Click here to locate a California Food Stamps Office near you. 0000163172 00000 n 0000000016 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 . 24/7 Nurse advice line. Semi-Annual Reporting Requirements 24. 0000155130 00000 n 0000060634 00000 n 63-1251-Food Stamp Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-1300 thru 63-1400, Sec 63-1300 thru 0000004822 00000 n The CalFresh Program, federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), issues monthly electronic benefits that can be used to buy most foods at many markets and food stores. 0000145503 00000 n Copyright 2023 California Department of Social Services. Next, we will explain each of the eligibility guidelines in detail, including the income limit, which is the most important. 0000161660 00000 n 0000134141 00000 n 5154 0 obj <>stream Tools. 0000174383 00000 n 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 . 0000004932 00000 n There are multiple ways to connect with DPSS for new households to apply: CALL:1.408.758.3800to apply by phone,CLICK: BenefitsCal.com to apply online, orIN PERSON: Locate your local county office here. 5 5,174 The following regulations contain the CDSS Manual of Policies and Procedures. Read more about the end of Emergency Allotments. Eligible locations will display the Restaurant Meals sign (pictured below). The EW must send the client a "Request for Information" (DFA 386) listing the CalFresh 24. 0000169245 00000 n 0000173834 00000 n IKjxRe[&!?hBuVIS9a{&^m_j! Food Stamp Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-500 (Cont), Sec 63-504 (Cont) thru 0000003686 00000 n Excess Shelter A monthly shelter cost in excess of 50% of the household's income after all above deductions are considered. 0000168071 00000 n 0000174939 00000 n 0000155911 00000 n 0000140947 00000 n 4320 169 0000168335 00000 n 1-877-847-3663 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 0000163704 00000 n 0000006768 00000 n 0000003939 00000 n 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. 0000140383 00000 n 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. 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. A final allotment of these federally funded benefits will be issued in March 2023. Manual, Div 63, Chap 63-100 thru Chap 63-200, Sec 63-100 thru 63-207 - Food In many counties, you can complete this recertification application online. To learn about this policy change, see the Expansion of CalFresh to SSI Recipients Partner Flyer located here: (English) (Spanish). 0000006311 00000 n 0000005734 00000 n 2111 0 obj <>stream 0000056462 00000 n Stamp 1-877-847-3663. 0000005672 00000 n O/SjUD}Sq_n6 >u9wnY @, )KgM`:ba^iW(s~)s`zt47qu/9lU;bCt-EO:J>x+b5=w/"Ov]{KT 0000165511 00000 n 0000004939 00000 n 0000167205 00000 n CalFresh Benefits Helpline 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. CalFresh benefits stretch food budgets, allowing individuals and families to afford nutritious food, including more fruit, vegetables and other healthy foods. 1-877-509-0294. 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). 0000007441 00000 n 0000164251 00000 n 0000170087 00000 n 0000008520 00000 n 0000168525 00000 n 0000145807 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. 0000167965 00000 n startxref [-e 2b}&q'(7m90|d ?5$oW10b:bpG6[63le |SLKc^W:[Nu l@q& v "js 2rae`N o0 4Lp ^r; $ d1J\!B(R7X Q,f&u 0B V 6-dR :G@"@RAA B&pQoX573. 0000160624 00000 n CalFresh San Bernardino County (2023 Guide), Annual CalFresh Renewal and Recertification, Click here for the recertification application form, Click here to locate a California Food Stamps Office near you, Emergency Allotment for CalFresh Extra Food Stamps, Restaurants that Take CalFresh in California, California Food Stamps Payment Schedule for March 2023, Restaurants that Accept EBT in Stanislaus County, Click here for more on How to Add your EBT Card to Amazon, Restaurants that Accept EBT in Sonoma County, Restaurants that Accept EBT in San Bernardino County, Restaurants that Accept EBT in San Joaquin County.
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