Need CalFresh customer service number to check application status - urgent!

Which county r u in? Different counties have different numbers for calfresh

For LA County, the DPSS Customer Service Center number is 866-613-3777. But honestly, good luck getting through to an actual person. They're completely overwhelmed right now with the 2025 benefit adjustments. You might need to physically go to your local DPSS office if you need immediate help with your application status.

omg i had the SAME ISSUE!!! waited 32 days for my application and couldn't get anyone on the phone. so frustrating!!!

I was in a similar situation last month with my CalFresh renewal and discovered a service called Claimyr that actually got me through to a human at the county office. You visit claimyr.com and they basically wait on hold for you then call you when they have an actual person on the line. Saved me hours of frustration. They have a video showing how it works here: https://youtu.be/eZ19FHRETv8?si=_CXnXqNXbLl26WB8. Worth it when you're desperate to talk to someone about your benefits!

The phone system is COMPLETELY BROKEN in every county!!! I've been on CalFresh for 5 years and it gets worse every time I need to contact them. They expect people who are literally hungry to spend hours on hold??? Disgusting treatment of vulnerable populations. And don't get me started on how they'll discontinue your benefits without proper notice then make YOU jump through hoops to fix THEIR mistakes.

Instead of the main number, try calling your specific eligibility worker if you have their direct extension. It should be listed on any notices you've received from them. Also, did you apply through BenefitsCal? You can check your application status and sometimes communicate with them through messages on that portal too.

I work in adjacent services and can tell you that CalFresh applications must be processed within 30 calendar days by law (or 7 days if you qualify for expedited services). If you're approaching that 30-day mark, you should mention that specifically when you call. Also, make sure you've submitted all verification documents they've requested - income proof, identity verification, rent/utility expenses, etc. Missing documents is the #1 reason applications get delayed. Check your BenefitsCal dashboard and mail for any notices requesting additional information.

my sister works for the county and she says they're SUPER behind on processing right now because of the new system update. she said most applications r taking the full 30 days

UPDATE: I tried that Claimyr service someone mentioned and it actually worked! Got through to a person at LA County within 40 minutes (after trying for DAYS on my own). Turns out they needed my latest pay stub but the notice got lost in the mail. I uploaded it directly while on the phone and the worker said my application should be processed within 48 hours. Thanks everyone for the help and suggestions!