Update us after you call - I'm curious what they say! And don't forget if you need to provide any verification documents later on, keep the originals and only send copies. I learned that one the hard way when they claimed they never received my pay stubs and almost discontinued my case.

Glad you got it sorted out! This is exactly why I always recommend calling when something seems off, even if it turns out to be nothing. The CalWORKs system can be really confusing and they definitely should give us a heads up about schedule changes. It would save everyone so much stress and worry. Thanks for updating us - this thread will probably help other people who have the same thing happen to them!

Update: My stimulus check came in the mail today! It was a paper check just like you all said, not on my EBT card. Thank you everyone for the help and explanation. Now I can pay my rent on time and get my kids what they need for school. For anyone still waiting, hang in there!

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Quick update - there's been a system-wide issue with direct deposit processing in several California counties since late 2024. The state is working on fixing it, but many requests are severely delayed. If you call, specifically mention the "direct deposit backlog issue" and ask if your county is affected. That will help them give you more accurate information about your situation.

I'm dealing with the exact same issue! Submitted my direct deposit form in November and still getting paper checks. After reading all these responses, it sounds like there's definitely a system-wide problem affecting multiple counties. I'm going to try calling the main customer service line tomorrow and mention the "direct deposit backlog issue" that @Jamal Washington mentioned. It's so frustrating having to cash these checks every month when direct deposit should be simple. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences - at least now I know I'm not the only one dealing with this mess!

also just fyi when they do start garnishing his benefits youll only get like $50 of it since your on calworks. the rest goes to the county to "pay back" the benefits theyve given u. its so backwards! they should let us keep it all since were the ones taking care of the kids!

I'm dealing with a similar situation right now! My ex also gets VA disability and it took me months to figure out that I needed to be super specific with DCSS about what type of benefits he receives. One thing that really helped me was getting a copy of his VA award letter (I found it when picking up my kids one time). Having that documentation with the exact monthly amount made DCSS take action much faster. Also, just a heads up - even though it's frustrating that most of the money goes to reimburse CalWORKs, once they start collecting regularly you might find that the total amount puts you in a better financial position overall. In my case, I was able to transition off cash aid after about 6 months of consistent collections because my total income (child support + work) became enough to cover our expenses. Hang in there and keep pushing - the squeaky wheel definitely gets the grease with these agencies!

I understand your concern about the CalWORKs application process for your child. This is actually an important distinction that needs clarification. When applying for CalWORKs, you should be truthful about who in the household is applying for benefits. If you know you don't qualify due to your probation violation, you should indicate that you're applying for your child only, not for yourself. The application should reflect that you are the parent/caretaker, but not seeking benefits for yourself. It's true that the system can verify probation status through background checks, but that doesn't mean you should mark that you're applying for yourself if you know you don't qualify. Accuracy on these forms is important. For your situation, here's what you should do: - On your next renewal or if you need to update information, clarify that you're only applying for your child - Consider contacting your eligibility worker to explain the situation and correct any misunderstanding - Your child can still receive benefits even if you don't qualify As for potential trouble from past applications, it would be best to proactively address this with your caseworker. Explain that you misunderstood the application question. They deal with application confusion regularly and can help you correct the information. In the long term, resolving your probation violation might be worth considering as it could allow you to qualify for benefits yourself.