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Thank you all SO MUCH for this amazing info and support! I'm going to apply for CalWORKs today through BenefitsCal. I'll definitely mention our overcrowded housing situation and ask about the homeless assistance program. And I'll request that good cause exemption for the one father. I'm feeling hopeful for the first time in months. Even if the cash amount isn't huge, the childcare assistance alone would be life-changing so I could work more hours or take some classes. I'll update once I get through the process. Wish me luck!
Good luck! One final tip - when you do your phone interview, ask specifically about the "Housing Support Program" (HSP) which is different from the temporary homeless assistance. HSP is a CalWORKs program that provides longer-term rental assistance and help finding permanent housing. Not all workers mention it unless you specifically ask. And don't forget to apply for the diaper stipend for your 1-year-old - it's an extra $30/month!
You're so smart to apply today! Just wanted to add - when you're gathering your documents, make sure to bring proof of your rent payment (like receipts or bank statements showing the $800 payments) even though you're just renting a room. They need to see your actual housing costs to calculate your benefits correctly. Also, if you have any medical expenses for you or the kids (even just copays or prescriptions), bring those receipts too because they can deduct medical costs from your income which might increase your grant amount slightly. One last thing - don't be discouraged if your first caseworker seems rushed or unfriendly. Some are amazing and some are just overwhelmed. If you run into issues, you can always ask to speak with a supervisor. You've got this mama! 💪
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i don think ur gonna get that bonus tbh. when u miss the SAR they close evrything and u gotta start from scratch. thats how the county rolls lol. u should focus on getting ur regular benefits back first tho.
This is exactly why people get trapped in poverty cycles! The system creates these arbitrary rules and then punishes people over simple mistakes. If someone maintained their job and was following the program rules, they SHOULD get their bonus regardless of paperwork timing. The point is to reward WORK, not form-filling abilities! 😠
I'm so sorry you're going through this stress! As someone who's dealt with similar CalWORKs issues, I wanted to add that you should also ask about requesting a "good cause" exemption for missing the SAR 7 deadline. Sometimes they can restore benefits without making you go through the full reapplication process if you can show you had good cause for the delay (even if it was just forgetting). Also, definitely keep documenting everything - save emails, write down names and dates of who you speak with, and get any promises in writing. The system can be really inconsistent between workers, so having documentation helps if you need to escalate later. Fingers crossed your new application gets approved quickly and you can get that job bonus! 🤞
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the same exact thing happened to me but with my job income. i quit my full time job and started a part time one but they still counted my old income even tho i gave them my new paystubs. the whole system is rigged i swear
So glad you got it resolved by going in person! This is exactly why I always recommend talking to a supervisor when the regular worker makes mistakes like this. The system is supposed to consider current income, especially when you provide documentation of a change BEFORE they make their decision. It's frustrating that you had to waste 3 hours waiting, but at least they admitted their error and are fixing it. Hopefully other people dealing with similar income changes will see this and know that persistence pays off. Make sure you get a copy of everything they processed today for your records!
This is such a relief to read! I'm actually dealing with a similar situation right now where my work hours got reduced but they're still using my old income. Seeing that you were able to get it resolved gives me hope. Did they explain why the original worker made this mistake? It seems like such a basic thing to use current income when you provide proof of the change beforehand.
Mei Lin
Does anyone know if this affects the increase we're supposed to get this month? I heard CalWORKs payments are going up by like $25 for a family of three starting in February.
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Zoe Papanikolaou
•Yes, the CalWORKs grant amounts increased slightly this month. For a family of three in Region 1, the maximum went from $1,037 to $1,062. The increase should be reflected in this month's payment once it posts. If you don't see the increase, that would be a separate issue to address with your county worker.
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Amara Okafor
This is exactly why I always check my account multiple times on payment day! Mine was delayed by about 4 hours last month too. For anyone still waiting, I've noticed that different banks process the deposits at different times even when CalWORKs releases them. Chase usually gets mine by 2am, but my friend with Bank of America sometimes doesn't see hers until late afternoon. The system definitely needs to be more consistent, but at least most delays seem to resolve within the same day. Hang in there everyone! 💪
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