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From Out-of-State Struggles to a Californian's New Beginning

It was just another ordinary day at StLRS, but little did I know it would turn into a heartwarming experience that I'd cherish. As a...

A Tale of Empowerment: A Single Mom's Journey to Access CalFresh Benefits

As a Family Service Coordinator, I encounter individuals from all walks of life, each facing unique challenges and seeking a glimmer of...

Catholic Charities of Santa Rosa Food Distribution Client Reluctant to Ask for Assistance

Catholic Charities of Santa Rosa (CCSR) offers ongoing food distributions at various sites throughout Sonoma and Lake Counties. One of...

Quality and Compassionate Service Leads to a Chain of Support

The CalFresh program has the power not only to provide financial assistance for monthly food budgets, but also mental and emotional...

Help and Hope for a Homeless Client

The need that CalFresh addresses is providing finances for people with low-income who meet federal eligibility, adding to their budget...

From Florida to California, How CalFresh Helped Two Women

A woman and her elderly mother seek CalFresh application assistance from Catholic Charities Diocese of Fresno.

St. Louise Helps Struggling Father Submit Expedited CalFresh Application

St. Louise CFO assister helps a father with a family of six apply for and obtain CalFresh benefits in 24 hours

Call-Back Program Supports Benefit Retention for Vulnerable Clients

Santa Rosa's client follow-up system supports a single father with submitting a SAR7 and maintaining benefits

Homelessness and CalFresh

St. Louise assists a homeless client with obtaining expediated services and advocates on his behalf

An Appeal for CalFresh

CC Stockton assists homeless Spanish-speaking client with appealing benefit denial