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Yes, definitely bring the court order for child support. They'll want to see it, and they'll ask if you're cooperating with child support enforcement. CalWORKs requires you to work with the child support agency unless you have good cause not to (like domestic violence concerns). Also, don't forget to ask about the diaper benefit if your children are under 3 years old - it's an extra $30 per month per eligible child on CalWORKs.
Wow, I didn't know about the diaper benefit! My youngest is 2 so that would help a lot. I'll definitely ask about that tomorrow. Thank you!
Good luck tomorrow! Remember to ask about childcare assistance if you need it for work or school. And get the name and direct phone number of your worker before you leave - will save you tons of headaches later!
That's a great idea about getting their direct number. I'll definitely do that! I'll update here tomorrow about how it went in case it helps anyone else.
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make sure ur checking ur mail everyday too they send important notices about this stuff
My apartment complex has been having mail issues lately so it's possible I missed something. Ugh, this is so stressful!
Based on everything you've shared, I think it's definitely the new job and possible IRT issue that's causing this. When you do reach your worker, make sure you ask them to set up a new IRT threshold based on your current income so this doesn't happen again. Also, request that they send you a new approval notice after this is resolved showing your updated benefit amount and IRT. This will protect you from future payment disruptions.
Thank you so much for the advice. I'll definitely ask for the updated approval notice. I just need to find a way to reach someone today!
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That's amazing news! Thank you for updating. I'm going to try the same approach tomorrow morning. Fingers crossed!
UPDATE FROM OP: I finally got through using the Claimyr service someone mentioned here. My worker confirmed my SAR 7 was processed but said my benefits will be delayed until the 10th. At least I know now! She also said I need to be on time next month or I could risk discontinuance. Lesson learned. Thanks everyone for your help and advice!
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Just checking back - is today the 7th? Did your CalFresh benefits load? If not, you should definitely call the county office first thing tomorrow morning. Sometimes there are processing delays, but they can usually expedite it if you're at risk of food insecurity.
Yes, it's the 7th today and still nothing loaded! I'm definitely calling tomorrow. Thanks for checking back - this group has been so helpful!
Sorry to hear you're still having issues! When you call tomorrow, make sure to ask specifically if there are any pending verification items for your CalFresh case. Also ask them to check if your case is in "pending" status rather than "active" status. Sometimes the online portal will show everything as active even when there's an issue on the backend. If they say something is missing, ask them to send you an official notice listing exactly what they need. And definitely request expedited processing if you're out of food!
This is great advice, thank you! I'll make sure to ask about my case status and any pending verifications. And yes, I'll definitely request expedited processing - we're already having to stretch what food we have left.
Ava Thompson
Congrats! But be careful cuz they might come back asking for more proof later. happened to my sister. She did the self declaration thing for her babysitting money and they approved it but then 3 months later they said she needed to provide statements from the parents she babysat for. Just saying keep any documentation you can just in case.
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NeonNova
•This is somewhat accurate but needs clarification. While they can request additional verification if they have reason to question the self-declaration, they can't just arbitrarily request it without cause. If this happens, you have the right to ask what specific inconsistency or information triggered the additional verification request. You also have the right to request a hearing if you believe they're not following proper procedures.
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Sofia Hernandez
I'm glad this worked out for your in-laws! Just wanted to add one important tip: make sure they report any significant changes in your father-in-law's income if it goes above the Income Reporting Threshold (IRT). Your approval notice should list what their specific IRT amount is. If his cash income ever exceeds that amount in any month, they need to report it within 10 days - even outside the regular SAR7 reporting period. Failing to report income over the IRT can result in an overpayment that they'd have to pay back.
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Fatima Al-Hashimi
•Thank you for this warning! I just checked their approval notice and their IRT is $2,800. His income varies month to month but it's typically around $1,500-1,800. Good to know we need to report if it ever goes above that amount. The cash aid is really helping them get back on their feet while he looks for more stable work.
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