Calfresh benefits suddenly discontinued - need advice ASAP!

Ugh, that sucks! I went through something similar last month. Did you get any specific reason for the discontinuation? Sometimes its just a paperwork issue.

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Here's what you need to do: 1. Don't panic! This happens sometimes and there's usually a way to fix it. 2. Check your mail carefully. There should be a notice explaining why your benefits were discontinued. 3. Gather all your recent pay stubs, rent receipts, and any other documents about your income and expenses. 4. Call the Calfresh office ASAP. Ask for a fair hearing if you think the decision is wrong. 5. If you can't get through on the phone, go to your local office in person. 6. Consider reaching out to a local legal aid organization. They often help with Calfresh issues for free. 7. Keep trying to contact them even if it's frustrating. Don't give up! Remember, you usually have 90 days from the date on your notice to request a hearing. Good luck!

the whole system is broken af 🤡 i've been fighting with them for months. good luck

Have you checked if you're eligible for any other assistance programs? Sometimes when one door closes, another opens. Might be worth looking into.

idk if this helps but I had a similar issue last year. Turns out they had the wrong address on file and I wasnt getting important notices. Make sure all your contact info is up to date!

You should call them

I'm so sorry this happened to you! I went through something similar a few months ago. One thing that really helped me was documenting everything - I kept a log of every phone call, visit, and piece of paperwork. Also, if you have any community organizations or social workers in your area, they can sometimes advocate for you or help navigate the system. Don't be afraid to ask for help from local nonprofits too - many have people who know the CalFresh system inside and out. Hang in there, it's frustrating but you can get through this!

I've been through this exact situation and it's incredibly stressful - you're not alone! One thing that helped me was immediately requesting a "continuation of benefits pending hearing" if you're within the 10-day window that @Omar Farouk mentioned. Even if you think you might not qualify, it's worth requesting because it keeps your benefits going while they review your case. Also, when you do get through to someone, ask them to explain EXACTLY why you were discontinued and what documentation they need to reinstate you. Sometimes it's something simple like a missing form or outdated income info. Stay strong and keep advocating for yourself!