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anyone know if the app tells u when ur SAR7 is due?? i always forget to send mine in and then my benefits get cut off 🤦♀️
The EBT apps don't show SAR7 due dates, but you can set that up in the BenefitsCal portal/app. It's separate from the EBT apps but lets you manage all your paperwork. You can even submit your SAR7 through it now!
Another option besides the apps is accessing your EBT account through the California EBT cardholder portal at www.ebt.ca.gov. It has all the same features as the ConnectEBT app but some people prefer using a website over an app. Just another option to consider!
Perfect! I think I might prefer the website actually. I'll try both and see which one I like better. Thanks for the suggestion!
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I think they're running behind schedule again. My nephew was supposed to get his in January (last name A) and he just got it last week. So don't worry yet!
Update: I called my daughter's school today and they confirmed she's on the eligible list for P-EBT! The secretary told me the cards for A names started going out recently but it could take a few more weeks. She also said the envelope is really plain looking so I need to check my mail carefully. Thanks everyone for the helpful information! I feel much better now knowing we didn't miss out.
That's great news! And thanks for updating us. One more tip - when the card arrives, you'll need to set a PIN before using it. You'll need your child's date of birth and the last 4 digits of their case number (which will be on the letter that comes with the card). The benefits should be good for a full year after they're issued, so no rush to spend them all at once.
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UPDATE: My supplement just posted this morning! Exactly as people here explained - it comes a few days after regular benefits depending on your case number. Thanks everyone for preventing my panic attack lol. For anyone else wondering, check your balance again in a few days before getting worried.
Yay!!! Glad u got it!
i just called my county and they said i AM getting this but i never knew about it! they said money from march and april will come as back payments soon! thanks for posting this or i would never known about the extra $95 im supposed to get!!!
That's awesome! So glad you called and found out. The extra really helps with food costs these days!
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One important thing to know - when you get CalFresh, make sure you complete your Semi-Annual Report (SAR7) every 6 months and recertification every year. If you miss these deadlines, your benefits stop and you have to reapply all over again. They should send you these forms in the mail about a month before they're due. I learned this the hard way and lost benefits for almost two months while reapplying!
That's really good to know! I'm not great with paperwork deadlines so I'll definitely set reminders on my phone. Do they send any text reminders or is it just mail notices?
They mostly send paper notices in the mail, but many counties now offer text or email alerts if you opt in. When you complete your application, there should be a section where you can provide your phone number for text notifications and email for electronic notifications. I highly recommend signing up for both! Also, the BenefitsCal website/app will show your upcoming deadlines once your account is set up.
Ella Harper
update: my benefits just loaded! it was 12:14am when i checked lol. thanks everyone for the help it was driving me crazy
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Daniel Rivera
•glad u got it! happens to me every month i get all nervous lol
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Molly Hansen
Off topic but does anyone know if the IRT (Income Reporting Threshold) went up for 2025? I just got a small raise and I'm worried I might be over the limit now and need to report it before my next SAR7. I know this isn't related to benefit deposit times but I don't want to start a whole new thread.
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Sophie Footman
•Yes, the IRT amounts did increase for 2025. For a household of 1, it's around $2,850, for 2 it's about $3,510, and for 3 it's approximately $4,360. These are rough figures - the exact amount should be on your last approval notice. Remember you only need to report before your SAR7 if your income goes over your specific IRT limit.
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