This is so helpful to know it's a system-wide issue! I've been having the same problem for the past few days and was starting to panic thinking something was wrong with my account. I tried three different ATMs yesterday and all of them declined my withdrawal even though I know I have money on there. Going to try the Bank of America ATM today and the cash back option at grocery stores. Really wish they would send us notifications when they're doing these "upgrades" - we depend on this money for basic needs like rent and groceries and can't afford to be left guessing what's going on!

Hey is anyone still having trouble withdrawing cash from the ATMs or is it just me only?

I'm dealing with this exact same issue right now! My CalWORKs cash aid shows up when I check my balance, but every ATM I try gives me a "transaction declined" message. It's so stressful when you need the money for bills and can't access it. Reading through all these responses has been really helpful though - I had no idea about the cash back option at stores. I'm going to try that tomorrow at my local grocery store. Also going to look into that Claimyr service to try to reach my caseworker faster. Thanks everyone for sharing your experiences and solutions. It's reassuring to know I'm not the only one dealing with this and that there are workarounds while we get it sorted out with the county!

Hey is anyone still having trouble withdrawing cash from the ATMs or is it just me only?

sooo did u end up reporting ur job?? what happened with ur benefits??

That's awesome that you reported it and everything worked out! It's such a relief when you actually get a helpful worker who explains things properly. Your experience is a perfect example for anyone else worried about the same thing - the system really is set up to help people transition to work, not punish them for it. Congrats on the new job and for doing the right thing even when it felt scary!

Just checking back - have you had any success with any of these approaches? If nothing else has worked, I wanted to add one more suggestion: file for a rehearing based on the county's failure to comply. This is an official process where you tell the State Hearings Division that the county hasn't implemented the decision. They can then issue an order compelling compliance and potentially even imposing sanctions on the county. The rehearing request form is here: https://cdss.ca.gov/cdssweb/entres/forms/English/DPA531.pdf Make sure you include all the documentation showing your attempts to get the county to comply. This creates a formal record of their non-compliance.

I’m going through the same situation with my benefits and I have an autistic 3 yr old and I have no more food after today I’ve been calling and customer service worker said my case is not being worked by no one and that they do see my case complete it just needs to be rescinded/ restored and nothing yet. Despite that the state hearing judge granted the stipulation on my favor to restore benefits back from 11/01 n here we are Jan 2nd 2025 my case is in El Monte.

I just wanted to chime in as someone who works with interstate benefit transfers regularly. You're getting great advice here! The key points are absolutely correct - benefits issued before you report your move are yours to use, and reporting within 10 days shows you're following the rules. One additional tip: when you call California on Monday, ask if they can provide you with a "benefit history" or "case summary" document. This can be really helpful when applying in Texas, as it shows your previous eligibility and benefit amounts. Some states use this information to expedite processing for interstate transfers. Also, Texas does have a "presumptive eligibility" process for certain situations that might apply to you. When you apply online at YourTexasBenefits.com, make sure to mention you're transitioning from California benefits due to a recent move. They have protocols specifically for people in your situation. You're handling this transition perfectly - being proactive, asking the right questions, and planning to follow all the reporting requirements. The stress you're feeling is completely normal, but you're doing everything right!

I just wanted to add my experience as someone who recently went through this process when moving from California to Colorado. The anxiety you're feeling is completely normal - I was terrified about potentially being accused of fraud too! What really helped me was understanding that there's a big difference between fraud (intentionally hiding your move to keep collecting benefits) and legitimate transition use (using benefits issued before you report a recent move). You're clearly in the second category since you're planning to report on Monday. A few practical tips that made my transition smoother: 1. When you call on Monday, write down the date, time, and worker's name/ID for your records 2. Ask them to note in your file exactly when you physically moved vs when you reported it 3. Request documentation of your case closure - some counties email this, others mail it For Texas benefits, I'd echo what others said about applying online at YourTexasBenefits.com as soon as possible. The sooner you get in their system, the better. Colorado took about 2 weeks for me to get approved, so having that California buffer really helped. You're handling this exactly right - don't let the stress get to you! Using benefits that load before you report is completely legitimate and expected during interstate moves.