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Does anyone know if they count unemployment benefits as income for CalWORKs? My husband just got laid off and will be getting UI while looking for a new job. We have 4 kids so we'd be a family of 6. Sorry to piggyback on your post OP but figured it's related to income questions!
Yes, unemployment benefits do count as unearned income for CalWORKs eligibility. Unlike earned income (from a job), unearned income doesn't get the same disregards. However, with your husband losing his job, you're much more likely to qualify now. You should definitely apply if you haven't already. With a family of 6 and only one income plus unemployment, you're likely within the limits.
Update: I went ahead and applied through BenefitsCal yesterday! It took about an hour to complete the application. Thankfully I had all our documents ready (pay stubs, birth certificates, etc). The system estimated we might be eligible for both CalWORKs and CalFresh. I have an interview scheduled for next week. Thanks everyone for your help and encouragement!
That's great news! For your interview, make sure to mention any childcare costs, housing costs, and medical expenses. All of these can impact your eligibility and benefit amount. Also, be sure to ask about the CalWORKs Welfare to Work program - since you mentioned you both work part-time, your current employment might already satisfy the WTW requirements. Good luck, and let us know how it goes!
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i tried that claimyr thing someone mentioned after seeing it here and it actually worked! i was shocked lol. got through to my worker in like 3 min when i had been trying for days. they're not free but worth it when ur dealing with an emergency and need to talk to someone NOW
Man I wish I'd known about that last month when my benefits got cut off randomly and I couldn't reach anyone for 2 weeks. How much does it cost? Is it like a subscription or one-time thing?
UPDATE: I went to the county office today with all my documents. The worker said I qualified for Immediate Need due to the theft and processed a payment for me! Should have the money by tomorrow morning. They're also helping me apply for Homeless Assistance as a backup plan. Thank you all SO MUCH for your advice. I'll definitely use Claimyr next time I need to call instead of waiting for hours. Still waiting on BofA but at least I won't be evicted now!
That's great news! Make sure you follow up with BofA every few days about your claim. Also, when you receive your next CalWORKs notice, check that they didn't count this emergency payment against your regular benefits or time limits - sometimes they make that mistake. If they did, request a correction right away.
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Last time I called they told me LIES!!!! Said my check would be $624 but then when it came it was only $512. When I called back they said something about an "overpayment adjustment" that nobody told me about!!! Always double check what they tell you and GET NAMES of who you talk to!!!
That's really frustrating. When they make adjustments for overpayments, they're supposed to send you a Notice of Action explaining the change before reducing your benefits. You have the right to request a hearing if you disagree with the reduction. Did you receive any notice in the mail about this?
btw if u have the ebb app on ur phone sometimes it shows ur next month payment b4 the worker can even c it lol. saved me from having to call so many times
Wait really?? I didn't know the EBT app shows future payments! I have the app but never noticed that feature. Where exactly in the app do you see this?
go to acct activity n sometimes it shows pending deposits a few days b4 they hit. not always but worth checkin!
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I just called my county and they said my payment is scheduled for NEXT WEEK!!!! So excited, this will help me catch up on utilities. FYI I'm in Los Angeles County and my case number starts with 7. They said they're doing them in batches based on the first digit of your case number. Hope this helps someone else!!
Andre Lefebvre
The county ALWAYS tries to cut people off their benefits!!! They look for ANY reason!! One month over and they act like you're rich forever. My sister had the EXACT same thing happen and they cut her off completely and she had to reapply and it took MONTHS to get back on!!! The system is BROKEN!!!
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Nia Thompson
•While the system can be frustrating, this isn't actually how the CalFresh program is supposed to work. One month of higher income shouldn't permanently disqualify someone if their regular income is within the limits. It sounds like there might have been other factors in your sister's case or possibly a worker error. The OP should definitely report the income change properly but also advocate for proper income averaging.
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GalacticGladiator
After reading all the comments, I want to summarize the correct steps for the OP: 1. Report the income change immediately (even though it's late, better late than never) 2. Clearly explain it was a one-time project and provide documentation of regular income 3. Specifically request "income averaging" or "anticipatory budgeting" 4. Bring the past 3 months of pay stubs to show the normal income pattern 5. If they still calculate benefits incorrectly, request a hearing Your benefits may be reduced for the month the $5,000 was received, but should return to normal levels after that if your husband's income returns to normal.
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Luca Greco
•Thank you SO much! I'm going to call first thing Monday morning and get this reported. I'll definitely ask for income averaging and bring all our documentation. I really appreciate everyone's help on this!
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