CalFresh not updating income - need advice ASAP!

I found a way to solve CalFresh income update delays, watch this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=U9f99mvclww

Ugh, I feel ya. I had the same issue last month. Make sure you have all your recent pay stubs ready when you call. They'll probably ask for proof of the income change. Good luck getting through tho, the wait times are insane 🙄

Pro tip: call right when they open in the morning. I got through in like 15 minutes last time I tried that. Also, be super nice to the person who answers, even if youre frustrated. They deal with angry people all day and being kind can go a long way!

I found a way to get someone on the phone without waiting forever. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Check out this video for more info: https://youtu.be/iYFSA6RTlOI

Here's what you need to do step by step: 1. Gather all your income documents (pay stubs, bank statements, etc.) 2. Call the CalFresh office early in the morning 3. Explain your situation clearly and calmly 4. Ask for a supervisor if the first person can't help 5. Request a confirmation number or email for your records 6. Follow up in a week if you haven't heard anything I've been through this process multiple times and this approach usually works. Don't give up!

have you tried updating your income online? sometimes its faster then calling

This whole system is a joke. I've been trying to update my info for MONTHS. At this point, I'm about ready to give up on CalFresh altogether 😡

Quick question - did your income go up or down? If it went down, make sure to emphasize that when you talk to them. They tend to prioritize those cases from what I've heard.