What is CalFresh and how does it work?
CalFresh is federally mandated and in California, is state-supervised and county-operated. CalFresh benefits can help buy nutritious foods for a better diet. CalFresh benefits stretch food budgets, allowing individuals and families to afford nutritious food, including more fruit, vegetables and other healthy foods.
How do I contact CalFresh in English?
Available in English, Spanish, and Chinese (pending). CalFresh Info Line 1-877-847-3663. Available in English, Spanish, Cantonese, Vietnamese, Korean, and Russian. For speech and/or hearing assistance call 711 Relay. Find your county office contact. Interpretation services available in all languages. Reasonable accommodations available.
What is CalFresh food stamps?
CalFresh, known federally as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program or SNAP, provides monthly food benefits to individuals and families with low-income and provides economic benefits to communities. CalFresh is the largest food program in California and provides an essential hunger safety net.
What is Cal Fresh program?
The CalFresh Program, federally known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), issues monthly electronic benefits that can be used to buy most foods at many markets and food stores. The CalFresh Program helps to improve the health and well-being of qualified households and individuals by providing them a means to meet their
How much can I expect to receive in CalFresh benefits?
If there are only one or two people in the household, the CalFresh office will give it at least $10 in CalFresh benefits, if the household members qualify for CalFresh benefits at all. [7 C.F.R. § 273.10 (e) (2) (ii) (C); MPP § 63-503.325 (QR) .]
How do I apply for CalFresh online?
The easier and quickest way to apply for CalFresh is online at Your Benefits Now! Apply by Telephone! You can apply by phone. Call the Customer Service Center (CSC) (866) 613-3777 to have an application mailed to you.