Federally referred to as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), CalFresh assists low-income individuals in purchasing wholesome, nutrient-dense meals.
Because this benefit is given electronically, most grocery stores and food sellers accept EBT cards for transactions.
December CalFresh payment dates
CalFresh payments for December are disbursed according to the final digit of each beneficiary’s case number during the first ten days of the month.
The payment will be paid on the first day of the month, for instance, if the case number ends in “1”. Because of the consistent payment schedule, beneficiaries are able to better manage their food purchases.
According to the predetermined timetable, money deposits are made on the first three days of each month if you also receive additional benefits, such as CalWORKs (cash aid).
CalFresh participants: If you experienced food loss due to power outages during the #MountainFire, beginning Nov. 6, you have until Dec. 5, 2024, to request replacement of your CalFresh benefits.
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— VC Human Services (@VCHumanServices) November 19, 2024
Who is eligible to get it?
Benefits from CalFresh are not limited to those who receive government assistance. CalFresh food benefits have been available to more people with financial problems since 2019 when they were available to SSI/SSP (Supplemental Security Income) beneficiaries as well.
Only food benefits are added; the monthly amount of SSI/SSP benefits remains same notwithstanding this growth.
It is crucial that you get in touch with your county social services agency to address any concerns if you are currently receiving CalFresh and have inquiries concerning your payment or quantities.
Maximizing #CalFresh enrollment among #SSI recipients will require dedicated efforts in outreach, policy refinement, & operational improvement. Together, we can make this a reality. #EndHunger #CalFreshExpansion Learn more: https://t.co/gGwUB2UJOF pic.twitter.com/FvItBf8xyJ
— California Association of Food Banks (@CAFoodBanks) October 16, 2024
English, Spanish, Cantonese, and Vietnamese are among the languages in which services are offered, and all languages are guaranteed to have interpretation support.
Additionally, there is a website devoted to resolving frequent causes of missing deposits that offers guidance on what to do in these situations if you encounter issues with the deposit of your benefits.
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Numerous families find that the CalFresh program improves their quality of life, and it keeps growing to accommodate more dietary needs in American homes.
