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just go to the food bank till u get it fixed thats what i always do when theres problems with my calfresh
That's a good suggestion for emergency help. Do you know if they require any documentation or proof of need? I've never had to use a food bank before.
nah most dont ask for anything maybe just tell them how many ppl in ur family. google food banks near u or call 211 they tell u where 2 go
I'd like to clarify something important: if your benefits were valid yesterday and disappeared today without any notification, this is almost certainly a system error or administrative issue, not an eligibility problem. Under CalFresh regulations, the county MUST provide you with a Notice of Action (NOA) at least 10 days before reducing or terminating your benefits. The only exceptions are very specific circumstances like confirmed fraud or explicitly requesting case closure. When you call tomorrow, specifically mention that you did not receive the legally required 10-day notice, and that you're requesting immediate benefit restoration while they investigate the issue. Use those exact terms. This often triggers a faster response as it references their legal obligations.
This is incredibly helpful advice! I definitely didn't receive any Notice of Action - I check my mail religiously for anything CalFresh related. I'll specifically mention the 10-day notice requirement when I call tomorrow. Thank you!
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One more thing to check - make sure your address is correct in the county system. I've seen cases where the card was sent to an old address because the school records and county CalFresh records had different information. When you call, ask them to verify your mailing address as well.
omg thats prolly my problem!!!! we moved in february but my daughers school has the old adress still maybee thats why we didnt get the card!!!
Just a quick update for everyone in this thread - the California DSS released a statement yesterday acknowledging delays with the Summer EBT card distribution. They're prioritizing replacements for families who were approved in April and May. When calling, mention reference code "SE-DELAY-2025" which they're using to flag these cases. This should help streamline the replacement process.
Thank you for this update! I'll definitely mention this reference code when I call. I really appreciate everyone's help!
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To answer your original question: For P-EBT in San Bernardino County, you need to call the state P-EBT hotline (877-328-9677), not your local TAD office. \n\nFor your issue specifically, since you've been waiting 3+ months, I recommend:\n\n1. Call the P-EBT hotline first thing when they open (8am) for shortest wait times\n2. Have your children's school information, student ID numbers, and your current address ready\n3. Ask specifically if there are any \
This is incredibly helpful, thank you! I'll try calling right at 8am tomorrow with all that information ready. If that doesn't work, I might try that Claimyr service someone mentioned above - can't spend all day on hold with two kids at home.
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Update: I called my county office and confirmed this is indeed the Summer EBT program! The representative said all families on CalFresh with children under 6 should receive $120 per child per month for June, July, and August. She mentioned some payments are being issued on a staggered schedule, so if anyone hasn't received theirs yet, it might still be coming. Thanks everyone for your help!
Did they tell you what day of the month it gets deposited? Is it the same day as regular calfresh benefits?
They said it typically gets deposited around the 10th-15th of each month, which is different from regular CalFresh benefits (mine come on the 3rd). But the representative mentioned they're still working through the system so some deposits might be a little later than usual, especially for this first round.
Chris King
does anyone know if we need to apply for pebt or is it automatic if kids get free lunch?
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Rachel Clark
•For the 2024-2025 school year, P-EBT is automatic for eligible children. If your children receive free or reduced-price meals through the National School Lunch Program, or attend a Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) school where all students receive free meals, you should be automatically eligible. No application is needed. However, make sure your school has your current mailing address, as new P-EBT cards are mailed to the address on file with the school.
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Zachary Hughes
The whole P-EBT system is RIDICULOUS!! Every year they promise payments and then delay for months! Last year they said April and we didn't get it until JULY!! By then school was already out for summer so what was even the point?? And try calling that helpline - IMPOSSIBLE to get through. The whole thing is just set up to fail and make parents jump through hoops. And now they're sending different amounts to different kids?? Make it make sense!!!
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Carter Holmes
•I understand your frustration with the delays. The different amounts are actually based on the school's reported data about each student's attendance and school schedule. For example, if one child had multiple excused absences or a different number of instructional days than siblings, their benefit amount would be calculated differently. The system isn't perfect, but the varying amounts do follow a specific formula based on each child's individual data.
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Zachary Hughes
•That might make sense if it was clearly explained ANYWHERE in their communications! But they just deposit random amounts with zero explanation. And why does it take them 6 months to process attendance data that schools submit weekly? Sorry but I'm not buying the excuses anymore.
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