Once your application for CalFresh has been approved, you will be issued a Golden State Advantage Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. The distribution of CalFresh benefits with a plastic…
Upon application for cash assistance, if the worker determines that the applicant is apparently eligible, the worker may evaluate the need to provide a cash assistance amount, not to exceed $200,…
Child abuse reports and information that is given to child protective service agencies are always confidential by law. Unless you are a mandated reporter, you can choose to make the report without…
“Braveheart” - Our Lion Mascot When CAST first began, our team dreamed of having a mascot that would be symbolic of the following gifts: Knowledge to help children understand what has…
Within the CalWORKs program there are various types of emergency assistance available. Below you will find a list and description of these types of assistance. Diversion Information about…
CalWORKs CalWORKs provides temporary financial assistance and employment related services to families with minor children. CalFresh (formerly known as Food Stamps) The CalFresh…
RESTAURANT MEALS PROGRAM (RMP) The Restaurant Meals Program allows elderly, disabled and homeless CalFresh recipients to use CalFresh benefits to purchase prepared meals at participating…
General Relief (GR) is a County-funded program that provides temporary cash aid to eligible indigent adult lawful residents who are ineligible for Federal or State programs. If you receive General…
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