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CalFresh Info Line 1-877-847-3663. A final allotment of these federally funded benefits will be issued in March 2023. Certain non-citizens such as those admitted for humanitarian reasons and those admitted for permanent residence may be eligible forCalFresh benefits. Gross Monthly Income Eligibility 0000169267 00000 n
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PDF 9/27/2021 CalFresh Handbook :. 63-04.05 Student Eligibility It is very important to keep your interview even if you do not have proof of the changes discussed above. For more program information and locations visit: Santa Clara County CalFresh Employment & Training. You are considered a student if you are: Between the ages of 18-49 and are physically and mentally "fit" for employment (not disabled) On February 1, 2023, a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration with Individual Assistance . SSA Customer Service Center (CSC) 1.408.758.3800. Semi-Annual Reporting Requirements 24. 0000008935 00000 n
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the source and amount of gross income of more than $25; addition or loss of a household member; address changes and shelter costs; when cash on hand, stocks, bonds, money in a bank account or savings reach a total of $2,000 ($3,000 for elderly and disabled households); a change in child support payments made to a non-household member. 0000009429 00000 n
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Telephone Utility Allowance (TUA) - A household that is not eligible for the SUA or LUA but incurs a telephone expense or in its absence an equivalent form of communication, is eligible to receive a telephone deduction. The next step in the recertification process is to attend your interview on the appointed date. 0000141460 00000 n
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Here are the steps you need to take to complete the CalFresh recertification process. 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]. 0000005178 00000 n
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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. If you live in the County of Santa Clara and need help with CalFresh, we can help. Click here to locate an office near you. 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. 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. 0000004187 00000 n
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PDF 24. Semi-Annual Reporting Requirements - Santa Clara County, California 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).
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Eligibility and Issuance Requirements - California Department of Social Are receiving disability-related assistance or benefits, regardless of entry date, or. Standard deduction of $258 for a household with 6 or more members. If you entered the correct username, you will be taken to the password page, with the sign-in image/picture you selected showing. Deductions are allowable expenses that can be subtracted from the households monthly gross income to arrive at the net monthly income. $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). trailer
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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.). Santa Clara County Social Services Agency. Next, you will be taken to a page where you will be required to enter your account username, as shown below. 0000153405 00000 n
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Produce may cost less at Farmers Market than at the grocery store! CalFresh benefits cannot be used to purchase: Many Farmers Markets across Santa Clara County allow users to use CalFresh. CalFresh is the largest food program in California and provides an essential hunger safety net. Call the California SNAP hotline to learn more: 1-877-847-3663. If you have questions or problems with your CalFresh benefits, contact your county social services agency. If they also have a member who has a disability or who is 60 years of age or older, the resource limit is $3,750. You do not have to meet this work rule if it is waived in your county. Published By: E103 . Beginning June 1, 2019, recipients of SSI/SSP benefits may be eligible for CalFresh Food benefits for the first time! xref
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PDF San Bernardino County Handbook Calfresh Residency, Citizenship, and Immigrant Status 14. How do I apply for CalFresh Benefits in Santa Clara? Next, we will explain each of the eligibility guidelines in detail, including the income limit, which is the most important. 0000006065 00000 n
Effective Date: 01/01/14 . 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]. We do not claim responsibility for its accuracy. Over the last 36 years, the Chronicle Season of Sharing Fund has distributed more than $179 million to help individuals and families in need. You can call the County of Santa Clara Social Service Agency (SSA) to apply by phone or have an application mailed to you. For more program information and locations visit: DoubleUpCA.org or Find a Location Near You. 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. 0000156450 00000 n
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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. Currently, the restaurant meals program is active in the following counties: Using your EBT Card to purchase hot meals at restaurants and fast food locations is easy. 0000007690 00000 n
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