Partners
/As of June 2019, SSI/SSP recipients are eligible to apply for CalFresh benefits!
Major changes have come to Californians who receive SSI/SSP benefits. San Diego Hunger Coalition is ready to help our partners and their clients navigate the CalFresh program with resources, tips, and a helping hand.
It is important to note that Supplemental Security Income (SSI) recipients and individuals with a disability may be eligible to report their monthly medical expenses in their CalFresh application.
To receive the maximum benefits possible, it is highly encouraged for all SSI/SSP recipients to report and upload proof of medical expenses in the CalFresh application.
For a list of eligible medical expenses, please see the Medical Expense Deduction Flyer. We recommend going through the flyer with your clients to determine actual expenses.
If you encounter any issues with helping clients report their monthly medical expenses, please contact calfresh@sdhunger.org.
Do you receive SSI benefits? Head on over to our SSI Recipient page for helpful information to get you started with CalFresh!
CalFresh & SSI Basics
Receiving CalFresh does not affect SSI/SSP benefit amount.
Receiving CalFresh will not replace the SSI/SSP food benefit.
SSI recipients living with others already receiving CalFresh will be auto-enrolled in the program between June and December 2019.
SSI recipients not auto-enrolled may apply by calling 2-1-1 or going to www.getcalfresh.org.
SCAM ALERT
There have been reports of SSI recipients receiving phone calls offering application assistance for a fee. Please be sure to remind your clients:
Do Not give your personal information over the phone
Do Not pay money for application assistance
Do Not accept unsolicited phone calls offering application assistance
DO access professional assistance by going to sdhunger.org/ssi
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San Diego Hunger Coalition & Partner Guides & Resources
San Diego Hunger Coalition designed helpful guides and resources for our partners to help their clients understand CalFresh eligibility.
SDHC-designed Outreach Materials:
SDHC-designed Checklists and Training Materials:
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