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Honestly depends on whether the worker actually submits the paperwork when they say they will... my sister had to wait 3 MONTHS because her worker "forgot" to process it even though she signed everything. When the worker finally did it, the benefits were backdated but that didn't help her when she needed money for those 3 months! The system is a joke sometimes.
same thing happend to my cousin but she didnt get backpay they said it was her fault for not following up sooner lol like we supposed to do their job too
One important thing to remember: once you're added to the case, you'll need to meet your WTW hours consistently. Make sure you understand exactly how to document your job search activities and your work hours. Each county has specific forms and procedures for this. For job search documentation, generally you need to show: - Names and contact information of places you applied - Dates of applications/interviews - Follow-up actions - Time spent on each activity Keep detailed records of everything. If your worker determines you aren't meeting the requirements, they can issue a sanction, which would remove your portion of the grant (though not affect your mom's or brother's portions).
Thanks for the detailed explanation! The worker gave me a form to track my job search activities but didn't really explain what details I needed to include. This helps a lot. I definitely don't want to get sanctioned after going through all this trouble to get added.
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UPDATE: I just called my county office to ask about this situation (I work with CalWORKs recipients). The worker explained that California recently implemented an expanded educational support program for teens in alternative education programs like Independent Studies. The payments include: - Basic educational support: $600 for 16-17 year olds - Enhanced educational support: $1,200+ for 18-19 year olds still completing high school requirements - Additional incentives for maintaining good grades (like your daughters' 4.0 GPAs) This is still being rolled out county by county, which is why some people haven't heard about it. You should still verify with your specific worker, but it sounds like this may be legitimate!
Thank you so much for checking! That makes me feel much better. I'll still verify with my worker tomorrow but at least now I have an idea of what might be happening. I wish they would have explained this to us when we enrolled in the Independent Studies program!
idk but i wouldnt question free money lol just spend it quick before they figure out if its a mistake 😂
This is terrible advice. CalWORKs overpayments must be repaid even if they were the county's error. They can and will reduce future benefits to recoup the money, or even pursue legal action for larger amounts. Always verify unexpected benefits before spending.
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Just a quick update for everyone in this thread - I spoke with my CalWORKs worker yesterday about this exact issue. The county has officially shifted to a new deposit schedule using an automated system that processes payments throughout the night rather than during the standard 9-5 workday. This is actually good news as it means funds are available earlier than before. Your benefits won't disappear if you don't withdraw them immediately - they remain on your card until you use them (though remember unused benefits don't affect your eligibility or future payment amounts).
thx 4 the update!! good 2 know they doin somethin right for once lol
UPDATE: I waited until morning and my money was still there! Didn't have to go out in the rain at 6am after all. Thanks everyone for the advice and peace of mind! The closest 7-11 ATM worked with no fees too.
Glad it worked out! For future reference, you can also use the BenefitsCal app to check your balance and transaction history anytime. It updates in real-time and can help ease worries about whether funds are available.
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just wanna say im sorry this happened to u. when my benefits got stolen last yr i had to feed my kids ramen for a week before they replaced the money. the system totally sucks and they treat us like were liars. hope u get ur money back quick
Thank you ❤️ I'm so worried about feeding my kids too. Gonna try to borrow some money from my sister to get through until this gets fixed.
ALSO make sure your mailing address is up to date with the county!! A lot of benefit theft happens because people are stealing cards right out of mailboxes when they get sent out. If you've moved or aren't getting mail reliably, you can have your EBT card held at the county office for pickup instead of mailed.
My address is up to date but I live in an apartment complex with those group mailboxes so maybe someone got into those? I'll definitely ask about pickup options.
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Just wanted to add something important - if you have any barriers that make it hard to complete your 30 hours, tell your worker ASAP. Things like: - Physical or mental health issues - Domestic violence situation - Transportation problems - Childcare issues These might qualify you for a temporary exemption or modified WTW plan with fewer hours. Don't struggle in silence trying to meet requirements that aren't realistic for your situation. The 30-hour requirement can be adjusted based on your circumstances.
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Evelyn Kim
•That's really good to know. My son has some appointments coming up with specialists for his developmental delays. Would that count as a barrier? I don't want to use it as an excuse but some weeks those appointments take up a lot of time.
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Faith Kingston
To answer your follow-up question - yes, how you distribute hours throughout the week is flexible as long as you meet your total weekly requirement. Some people do more hours early in the week, others spread them out evenly. Regarding your son's specialist appointments - YES, that could potentially qualify you for an adjustment to your WTW plan. Document all appointments and speak with your worker about a "family stabilization" referral, which is specifically for parents dealing with children's special needs. Keep in mind that CalWORKs has supportive services that can help - they can provide transportation assistance (bus passes or mileage reimbursement) and childcare assistance while you complete your WTW activities. Don't miss out on these benefits!
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Evelyn Kim
•Thank you so much for all this information! I'm feeling a lot less stressed now. I'm going to call tomorrow about the family stabilization thing - had no idea that existed. This has been really helpful!
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