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the whole calfresh system is so confusing...i never know what im supposed to report when. do i wait for the SAR7 or report right away? and some things show up random in the account without explanation...
You're right that it can be confusing! The basic rule is: 1. Report on your SAR7 (Semi-Annual Report) for most changes 2. Report IMMEDIATELY if your household income goes above your Income Reporting Threshold (IRT) - this amount is listed on your approval notices 3. Report IMMEDIATELY if someone moves in/out of your household who will significantly affect your eligibility For things like rent increases or utility cost changes, you can wait for your next SAR7 unless you want the potential benefit increase sooner (then report voluntarily).
This is super helpful info! I'm new to CalFresh and just got approved last month. I had no idea that reporting rent increases could actually increase your benefits - I thought reporting changes would only hurt you. Good to know for when I fill out my first SAR7. Thanks for sharing your experience with getting through to the county office too, that sounds like a nightmare but glad it worked out!
Welcome to CalFresh! You're absolutely right that it can be confusing at first. Just remember that changes like increased housing costs actually HELP your case because they increase your allowable deductions, which can raise your benefit amount. The key is being honest and reporting everything accurately. Don't be afraid to ask your worker questions during your first few interactions - they're supposed to help you understand the process. And definitely keep all your paperwork organized from the start, it makes everything so much easier later on!
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UPDATE: I used Claimyr to get through to a real person at the county office and explained my situation. They're sending me the CF 88 form and told me to fill out a SAR 3 form for mid-period reporting. The worker said once they process these forms (hopefully within 10 days), I might get my full benefits back since my roommate and I don't share food. I also talked to LAFLA and they said the 14-day notice isn't a legal eviction notice in California, so that buys me more time. They're connecting me with their housing department to explore emergency rental assistance options too. Thank you all SO MUCH for the help and specific resources. I was panicking yesterday but feel like I at least have a plan now.
That's great news! Just a heads-up - make sure to follow up if you don't hear back within 10 days. Sometimes these requests can get delayed. If possible, submit everything online through BenefitsCal.com and keep proof of submission. And I'm glad you learned the notice wasn't legal - knowledge is power in these situations!
So glad Claimyr worked for you! And excellent news about the eviction notice not being legal. Keep us updated on how things go with your benefits!
I'm so relieved to see your update! This is exactly why communities like this are so valuable - you got practical advice that actually worked. For anyone else reading this thread, your situation is a perfect example of why it's important to understand the difference between household composition and food purchasing units for CalFresh. One additional tip: when you submit those forms, ask your caseworker about expedited processing since you're facing housing instability. Some counties can fast-track cases with urgent circumstances like yours. Also, once your benefits are restored, you might want to look into local food pantries as a backup - places like LA Regional Food Bank have locations throughout South LA that can supplement your CalFresh benefits during tight months. Wishing you the best with getting everything sorted out! 🙏
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UPDATE: I called the number on the back of the card and activated it! The customer service rep said benefits for Kings County with last names R-T are scheduled to load on the 16th (tomorrow). Thanks everyone for your help! I'm going to save this for our grocery shopping next week.
That's great news! Thanks for updating us with the loading schedule - that's really helpful info for other Kings County families. It sounds like they're doing a really organized rollout this year. Hope you have a good shopping trip next week with the benefits!
This is such helpful information for all of us in Kings County! I'm new to this community and really appreciate how everyone shares their experiences with these programs. It's great to see the organized rollout working well. I'm curious - for those who have used Sun Bucks cards before, do you have any tips on the best places to shop to stretch the $120 benefit the furthest? I want to make sure I'm getting the most value for my kids.
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Thank you all for the information! It sounds like there won't be automatic extra benefits, which is disappointing. I wasn't directly affected by the floods but was hoping for some extra help. I'm going to try using Claimyr to get through to my worker because I need to ask about updating my rent amount anyway - it went up last month and I forgot to report it on my SAR7. Might help increase my regular benefit amount at least.
That's a good plan. Reporting your increased rent could definitely help with your regular benefit calculation. CalFresh uses housing costs as a deduction when determining benefits. If you have any utility bills that aren't covered in your rent, make sure to report those too, as you might qualify for a higher utility allowance (SUA or LUA).
I went through something similar last year when I was confused about emergency benefits. Just want to add that if you do end up calling about your rent increase, make sure to have your new lease or rent notice ready when you call. They usually want documentation for any changes. Also, the SAR7 deadline isn't super strict - you have 10 days from when you receive it to turn it in, but they're usually pretty understanding if you're a little late with reporting changes that would help you (like increased rent). Good luck getting through to them!
Val Rossi
not to go off topic but does anyone know when the next round of P-EBT is supposed to come out? my kids qualified last time but i haven't heard anything about this year
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Sunny Wang
•my case worker said they're doing the summer p-ebt drops in 3 phases this year. phase 1 was may, phase 2 is july, phase 3 is september. depends on which county ur in and what letter ur last name starts with
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Everett Tutum
Update: So I talked to my preschool director this morning. Turns out they do participate in the National School Lunch Program but my daughter wasn't properly coded in their system as eligible for free meals (even though she is). The director is sending me a correction letter that I can submit to CalFresh. Thanks everyone for your help! I'll try using that Claimyr service to get through to someone once I have the letter.
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Hugh Intensity
•Great news! Make sure the letter specifically states: 1. The preschool participates in NSLP 2. Your child's name and date of birth 3. Confirmation of free/reduced-price meal eligibility 4. The effective date of eligibility (should be prior to summer) 5. School administrator's signature and contact information The more detailed the documentation, the faster your case will be resolved.
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