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my mom got some kinda extra payment last month but it was from social security not calfresh i think theres some confusion abt different programs maybe??
That's a good point! Social Security recipients did receive a 3.1% cost-of-living adjustment in January 2025, which might be creating confusion. CalFresh (SNAP) benefits had their own annual adjustment in October 2024, but there are no emergency supplements currently.
Thank you everyone for all the helpful information! I'm going to call tomorrow and report both my rent increase and childcare expenses - had no idea those could help increase my benefits! I appreciate all the advice and clarification about the emergency allotments no longer being available. At least now I can budget accurately knowing exactly what to expect.
Good plan! Those two expenses can make a significant difference in your benefit calculation. Be sure to have documentation ready - a lease showing the rent increase and receipts or a statement from your childcare provider. Good luck!
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I had a similar situation with my nephews visiting for summer. Make sure both cases are properly updated - yours AND your ex's. When my sister didn't report her kids leaving for summer, we both nearly got hit with overpayment notices (which are a nightmare to resolve). Also, in my experience, LA County workers often need multiple follow-ups to make sure changes actually get processed. With the current workload they're handling, things fall through the cracks constantly.
That's really good to know! I'll text my ex to make sure they reported it on their end too. The kids have been here 3 weeks already and I'm stretching my food budget thin.
UPDATE: Based on the conversation so far, it sounds like you need to confirm a few things: 1. Verify the verification documents were received and processed 2. Confirm your case has been updated to include the children 3. Determine your issuance date based on your case number If the county didn't process your documentation, you might be eligible for retroactive benefits through a process called "restoration of lost benefits" once the situation is resolved. Make sure to mention this when you connect with your worker. For LA County specifically, call the Customer Service Center at (866) 613-3777, but be prepared for long wait times. Having your case number, the dates the children have been with you, and any reference numbers from documents you've submitted will help expedite the process.
Thanks for all this info! I found my case number and the last digit is 4, so I think benefits should load on the 4th of the month? I'll definitely ask about restoration of benefits since the kids have been here since June 10th.
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hey just wondering did ur cards come with instructions? my kids got theirs but i cant figure out how to check the balance... tried calling the number on back but its always busy
You can check P-EBT balances online at www.ebt.ca.gov or through the ConnectEBT mobile app. Much easier than calling! You'll need the card number and the PIN you created when you activated each card.
Quick follow-up: Did you get the rest of your children's P-EBT cards? The state announced they completed all initial card mailings last week, so if you're still missing any, you should definitely contact them directly now.
Yes! The twins' cards arrived yesterday and my 2nd grader's card came today. All with different benefit amounts which is confusing but at least they all arrived. Thanks everyone for the help and reassurance!
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wait wait wait, if i get approved for calfresh next week will my 3 year old automatically be eligibl for the 3.0 thing once our county starts it? or did you have to be on calfresh before a certain date??
From what I understand, any child under 6 in an active CalFresh household qualifies when their county/age group comes up in the rollout schedule. So if you get approved next week, your 3-year-old should automatically be part of the program when your county implements it for that age group. There's no cutoff date for when you had to start receiving CalFresh. Just make sure your child is properly listed as part of your household on your application!
Thanks everyone for the helpful info! I checked my BenefitsCal account again and noticed there's actually a new notice I missed that mentions the 3.0 rollout for my county (San Diego). Looks like my 2-year-old should start receiving benefits in July and my 4-year-old in August. At least now I have some clarity on the timeline. Does anyone know if they prorate benefits if your child turns 6 during a month?
Yes, they do prorate the benefit. If your child turns 6 during a month, you'll receive the benefit for the days they were still 5. For example, if they turn 6 on the 15th, you'll get about half the monthly benefit amount for that final month. The system calculates this automatically based on the birth date you have on file, so just make sure that information is correct in your account.
Romeo Barrett
Just a tip - make sure you keep track of your P-EBT balance separately from your regular CalFresh EBT. The easiest way is to download the Connect EBT app (it's free) which lets you check balances on all your cards. That way you can plan which card to use for different shopping trips. I like to use up my P-EBT first since regular CalFresh benefits last longer before expiring.
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Jackie Martinez
•Thanks for the app suggestion! I just downloaded it and it's really helpful - much easier than calling to check the balance. I'll definitely use my P-EBT first based on your advice about the expiration timeline.
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Issac Nightingale
I've had P-EBT for two years now and honestly they're WORSE than regular EBT cards. Last year they randomly deactivated my kids' cards without telling me and I was standing at the checkout with a cart full of groceries and no way to pay! So embarrassing! Then I had to wait 2 MONTHS for replacement cards. The whole system is a mess!
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Lia Quinn
•I'm sorry you had that experience! While the cards function the same at stores, you're right that the administration of P-EBT can sometimes be less seamless than regular CalFresh. For anyone reading this - always keep your original P-EBT card even if you use all the benefits, check your balance before shopping using the Connect EBT app or by calling, and if you do need a replacement, request it immediately as it can take several weeks to process.
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