CalFresh discontinued - no SAR 7 notification received. Help!

Ugh, that sucks! The same thing happened to me last year. It's so frustrating when they don't send proper notifications. Have you tried calling the CalFresh office to explain the situation?

This happens way too often. The system is broken af. They should have a better way of notifying people about important deadlines. Have you tried going to the office in person? Sometimes that's faster than calling.

I found a way to actually get someone on the phone. I used this site's (claimyr.com) calling tool that dials the phone menu, stays on hold, waits for a live agent to pick up, then sends the call to my phone. It does cost $20, but it works. Here's the link: https://claimyr.com

Here's what you need to do: 1. Request a replacement SAR 7 form ASAP. You can usually do this online or by calling your county office. 2. Fill out the form completely and submit it as soon as possible. 3. Ask for a 'good cause' reinstatement. Explain that you never received the notification. 4. If they deny your request, file for a fair hearing. You usually have 90 days from the date of the discontinuance notice to do this. 5. In the meantime, reapply for CalFresh. You might be able to get benefits while waiting for the hearing. Remember, persistence is key. Don't give up! The system can be frustrating, but keep pushing until you get your benefits back.

am i the only 1 who thinks its ridiculous we gotta jump through all these hoops just to get food assistance? the whole system needs an overhaul fr 😤

Pro tip: Set reminders on your phone for these deadlines. I learned the hard way too, now I have alerts set up for everything related to my benefits.

Have you checked your spam folder? Sometimes important emails end up there. Also, make sure they have your correct mailing address on file.

This is why I always tell people to sign up for online accounts and paperless notifications if possible. It's way more reliable than snail mail.

Oof, been there done that. It's a pain to get back on track but don't give up! Once you get through to someone, ask about expedited benefits if you're in a tough spot. Hang in there! 💪

Check if your county has a CalFresh hotline or chat feature on their website - sometimes those are faster than the main phone line. Also, when you do get through, ask them to note in your case that you never received the SAR 7 notice. Some counties have policies for "good cause" exceptions when notifications aren't received. Don't let them brush you off - you have rights as a recipient!