also make sure u filled out ur SAR7 correctly!!! if u didnt report ur move on time they can cut u off or give u an overpayment!!! they r super strict about reporting requirements and the income reporting threshold (IRT

Just to follow up on this thread - address changes must be reported within 10 days, but they are not tied to your Semi-Annual Report (SAR7) timeline. The SAR7 is primarily for reporting income changes and household composition. For county transfers with CalWORKs: 1. Report your move to both counties (old and new) 2. Your case will be transferred to the new county 3. Benefits should continue uninterrupted if done correctly 4. The new county becomes responsible for your case management The BenefitsCal portal sometimes takes time to fully update after a county transfer, which is likely why you're seeing your regular benefit amount still displayed. This doesn't mean you'll receive duplicate benefits.

oh and something nobody mentioned yet!! make sure ur EBT card is set to ur new address ASAP cuz thats different from the CalWORKs system sometimes

Just wanted to add one more thing that helped me when I moved counties - take photos of your SAR7 before you submit it AND get a screenshot of the confirmation if you submit online. I had to prove I submitted mine on time when there was confusion during my transfer. Also, if you can't get through to San Diego on the phone right away, don't panic! As long as you get that SAR7 in by the deadline, your benefits should continue while you work on the transfer process. The most important thing is meeting that Tuesday deadline - everything else can be sorted out after!

One more thing to try - check if you can upload a written statement through BenefitsCal explaining the situation. Under California regulations, a signed statement from you can sometimes serve as verification when other documentation isn't available. Make sure to explain that you're actively trying to get the records from San Diego but need more time. Be specific about what steps you've already taken.

I went through this exact same situation when I moved from Riverside to LA County about 8 months ago! The key thing is to act fast since your redetermination is coming up. Here's what worked for me: 1. Go to your LA County office in person if at all possible - bring a printed copy of your BenefitsCal account showing your address change and any correspondence you have 2. Ask specifically for form CW 215 and have them fill it out right there with you 3. Get a copy for your records and ask them to fax it to San Diego that same day 4. While you're there, request a "good cause" extension for your verification deadline - explain you're actively working to get the documents I also had success calling San Diego directly and explaining I was a former client who needed verification sent to my new county. They were actually more helpful than LA! Ask for their CalWORKs records department specifically. Don't give up - the system is frustrating but there are ways to make it work. You've got this!

One more tip: When you submit your income documentation, include a cover sheet that lists exactly what you're providing and what income sources each document covers. This helps prevent confusion and additional requests. For example: "Income Documentation for [Your Name]: 1. Main job: ABC Company pay stubs (4) for dates XX-XX 2. Pet sitting income: Self-declaration statement for dates XX-XX 3. One-time gift: Self-declaration for $XX received on [date]" This clear organization has helped many clients avoid the back-and-forth of multiple requests.

I work as a CalWORKs eligibility specialist and want to clarify something important that might help everyone here. When we ask for "additional documentation for proof of income," we're often looking for verification of income that shows up in your application but isn't fully documented. For example, if you mentioned on your application that you sometimes do side work or receive help from family, we need proof of that too - even if it's just a handwritten statement from you with dates and amounts. Also, Brooklyn, since your rent is due soon, you can ask your worker about expedited processing if you qualify for emergency aid. If your household has less than $150 in cash/checking and your monthly rent/mortgage is more than your monthly income, you might be eligible for aid within 3 days instead of the usual 30. Make sure to ask specifically about emergency CalWORKs when you call back!

Update! I was able to report going over IRT online through BenefitsCal (didn't know I could do that!). My worker called me back this morning and was actually really helpful. She said my benefits might be reduced for July/August but at recertification they'll recalculate based on his expected future income. She told me to bring 3 months of paystubs and a note from his employer about the seasonal nature if possible. Thanks everyone for your help! I'm still nervous about the recertification but at least I know what to expect now.

So glad you got through to your worker and that she was helpful! It sounds like you're in much better hands than some of us have experienced. The fact that she proactively explained how the recertification will work differently from the temporary reduction is really encouraging. Just wanted to add - when you get that letter from your husband's employer about the seasonal work, try to get them to be as specific as possible about the typical work patterns (like "busy season typically runs X months with overtime, followed by Y months of reduced hours"). The more detailed documentation you have about the cyclical nature of his income, the stronger your case will be during recertification. You've got this! Sounds like you're doing everything right by staying on top of the reporting requirements and gathering the right documentation.