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I tried for weeks to get thru to EDD PFL program with no luck. I gave this a try thinking it may be a scam. OMG! It worked and They got thru within an hour and my claim is going to finally get paid!! I upgraded to the $60 call. Best $60 spent!
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The whole system is DESIGNED to confuse you so you don't get what you're entitled to!!! They train those workers to deny whatever they can and hope you don't know your rights. I went through FOUR different workers before finding one who actually knew how to apply all the deductions correctly. The first ones kept 'forgetting' to include my housing costs!!! DEMAND to speak to a supervisor if they don't help you correctly. Don't let them bully you!!!
idk i think most of the workers actually try to help but their just overwhelmed with so many cases. my worker actually called me last month to make sure i knew about the child care deduction cuz she noticed i had young kids and was working. not all of them r bad.
Since several people have mentioned the childcare deduction - here's how it specifically works for CalFresh: - 100% of childcare costs are deductible (no cap) - This includes afterschool care, summer programs, babysitters, daycare - You need proof of payment (receipts, canceled checks, provider statement) - The deduction is applied BEFORE calculating your net income With $1,250/month in childcare, that could realistically bring your CalFresh up from $100 to possibly $300-400 for a family of 3, depending on your total household income. Call your county office, specifically ask for an 'income recalculation with childcare expenses.' Be persistent. If you get a worker who doesn't seem knowledgeable, politely ask to speak with a senior eligibility worker who can review these calculations.
Thank you so much for this specific information. I definitely have all the receipts since we pay through an app that tracks everything. I'm going to call first thing tomorrow morning and ask specifically for an income recalculation with childcare expenses as you suggested. I'm feeling much more hopeful now that we might be able to get a more reasonable benefit amount.
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To summarize the actual EBT card security best practices for everyone:\n\n1. Change your PIN occasionally (every 3-6 months)\n2. Check your balance after benefits post to confirm the correct amount\n3. Report any unauthorized transactions immediately (within 10 days gives you the best protection)\n4. Use your EBT card at major retailers when possible\n5. Cover the keypad when entering your PIN\n6. Never share your PIN with anyone\n7. Keep your EBT card in a safe place\n\nAnd most importantly, if you notice any unauthorized transactions, call the EBT Customer Service number on the back of your card right away to report it.
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i think the deadline for being on calfresh was def august 2022 cause my neighbors kid was born sept 2022 and they were denied even tho they applied for calfresh right away!! its super unfair how they cut it off like that
Yes, the August 2022 cutoff is firm for this phase. The program was designed to help children who were affected during specific periods of the pandemic. Future phases might have different cutoff dates if they extend the program again.
One more important point - make sure your son's Social Security Number is correctly entered in your CalFresh case. I've seen several cases where eligible children didn't receive P-EBT because of data mismatches between their CalFresh record and their school/birth records. If you can access your BenefitsCal account online, verify all his information is correct. This will save you headaches down the road!
I never thought to check this! I'll log into my BenefitsCal account tonight and make sure everything matches his birth certificate and SS card. Better to catch any errors now than deal with it later.
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idk if anyone said this yet but you should also file a police report!! my cousin had this happen and they wouldn't refund her until she brought in a police report number
This varies by county. Some counties require a police report for EBT theft claims over a certain amount (usually $400+), while others don't. It never hurts to file one though, as it creates an official record of the theft. You can usually file non-emergency police reports online now in most California cities.
UPDATE: I called the county office using that Claimyr service someone mentioned, and actually got through to a real person! They confirmed my claim is in process and should be resolved within 10 business days. The worker also referred me to two local food banks that can help with emergency food assistance while I'm waiting. One of them has a special program for families with CalFresh theft issues. Going there tomorrow morning. Still super stressed but at least we won't go hungry while waiting for the refund. Thanks everyone for your help!
thats good!! make sure u keep checking ur balance everyday tho... sometimes they don't tell u when they refund it
Tasia Synder
Have you been able to get through to customer service yet? If not, try calling exactly at 6:00 AM when the call volume is lowest. Also, since you have no food right now, call 211 and ask about emergency food assistance in your area. Many food banks can provide same-day emergency boxes, and some counties have agreements with certain grocery stores to provide emergency food vouchers in situations like this.
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Natalia Stone
I finally got through! Used that Claimyr service someone mentioned above and it worked. They've canceled my card and are sending a new one that should arrive in 3-5 business days. They started an investigation but said it could take up to 15 business days to get my benefits back. I'm going to call 211 right now to find emergency food assistance for the meantime. Thanks everyone for your help!
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