CALIFORNIA HAPPENIN'S - September 2010
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A free housing service that helps people find a room, house or apartment that best suits their needs. Search by rent amount,
accessibility features, housing vouchers and more. Also has information about moving costs, assisted living facilities, help for
people who are homeless and financial assistance to help pay rent.
For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/california/housing
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Helps individuals with disabilities find jobs. Also offers a Wounded Warrior Workforce Program to support Veterans with disabilities
as they transition from the military into civilian careers.
For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/california/employment.
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Program Description
Food Stamps is a Federally funded program that helps low-income people buy the food they need for good health. For most
households, food stamps are only part of their food budget; they must spend some of their own cash along with their food stamps in
order to buy enough food for a month. To determine eligibility, you should contact your local county welfare department.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California and fall into one of two groups: (1) those
with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and
checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a
disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than
$13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in the household;
$26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in the household;
$40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
The Food Stamp Program in California is operated by local county welfare departments. Low-income people may apply for food
stamps at any office located in the county where they live. To find a nearby office, click below to find a link to County Food Stamp
offices:
http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/foodstamps/PG839.htm
Or you can contact your county's welfare department listed under the County Government Section in the telephone book
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
In California, the National Breakfast and Lunch programs are administered by the California Department of Education. For children,
the National School Lunch Program provides a nutritious meal that contains one-third of the recommended dietary allowance of
necessary nutrients. The California Department of Education's review of each agency's breakfast program is generally done in
conjunction with the review of the agency's National School Lunch Program.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for
each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/sd/
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/nu/sn/
You may also call the state's Nutrition Services Division at 916-323-7311 or 800-952-5609.
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Block Grant is funded by the Federal Department of Health and Human
Services (DHHS) and provides two basic types of services. Eligible low-income persons, via local governmental and nonprofit
organizations, can receive financial assistance to offset the costs of heating and/or cooling dwellings, and/or have their dwellings
weatherized to make them more energy efficient. This is accomplished through these program components:
•The Weatherization Program provides free weatherization services to improve the energy efficiency of homes, including attic
insulation, weather stripping, minor housing repairs, and related energy conservation measures.
•The Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) provides payments for weather-related or energy-related emergencies.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $29,173 if one person lives in the household;
$38,149 if two people live in the household; $47,125 if three people live in the household; $56,101 if four people live in the household;
$65,077 if five people live in the household; $74,053 if six people live in the household; $75,736 if seven people live in the household;
$77,419 if eight people live in the household and $79,102 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add
$1,683 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, find the energy service provider in your community here:
http://www.csd.ca.gov/Programs/Energy%20Service%20Providers.aspx.
Be sure to scroll through the different pages by clicking on the little gray arrow to the right of "1-20".
You may also call the CSD toll-free phone center at 1-866-675-6623.
Program Contact Information
For more information about this program, please visit:
http://www.csd.ca.gov/Programs/Low%20Income%20Home%20Energy%20Assistance%20...
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
Healthy Families is low cost insurance for California children and teens. It provides health, dental and vision coverage to children
who do not have insurance and do not qualify for free Medi-Cal.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of California, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver with
a children under the age of 19 or be pregnant, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien,
or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $36,425 if two people live in the
household; $45,775 if three people live in the household; $55,125 if four people live in the household; $64,475 if five people live in the
household; $73,825 if six people live in the household; $83,175 if seven people live in the household; $92,525 if eight people live in the
household; and $101,875 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $9,350 for each additional
person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program
information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For an application and instructions, please visit:
http://www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov/Downloads/Applications.aspx
You can ask questions about Healthy Families, have the application form sent to you or apply by phone. You can call Monday to Friday,
8 a.m. to 8 p.m., or on Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The call is free: 1-800-880-5305
Program Contact Information
To learn more about California Healthy Families, please visit:
http://www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov/Home/default.aspx
Send questions by e-mail to:
HealthyFamilies@maximus.com
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income pregnant,
breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To be fully
eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.e., have
certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum
woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition risk; and, (2)
meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family members who
participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for Needy
Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, call 1-888-WIC-WORK (1-888-942-9675).
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on California WIC, please visit the California Department of Human Services at:
http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/wicworks/Pages/default.aspx
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
The California Special Milk Program is a federally funded program which assists schools and other agencies in providing milk to
children at reasonable prices. For children, the Special Milk Program provides a nutritious beverage, rich in calcium and vitamins A
and D, which aids in the development of strong bones and teeth. For parents, the program provides a low cost, convenient method of
ensuring that their children receive a healthy and delicious beverage when they are away from home. Schools benefit by helping
their students take at least one step in a direction that can enhance academic performance and good nutrition.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, your household's
annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the
household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the
household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in
the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/nu/sn/spm.asp
Program Contact Information
For more information visit:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/
Or call:
800-952-5609
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
Head Start is a national program administered by the Head Start Bureau within the Administration on Children, Youth and Families,
Administration for Children and Families (ACF), and Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Head Start provides
comprehensive developmental services for low-income children from birth to entry into elementary school.
Head Start is currently funded at over $6.6 billion and serves more than 912,000 low-income children and families nationwide. The
program is child-centered, family-focused, comprehensive, and community-based. Head Start services are designed to address
developmental goals for children, employment and self-sufficiency goals for adults, and support for parents in their work and child-
caring roles.
Head Start is a direct Federal-to-local program administered by over 1,500 locally based public or private organizations, called
"grantees," across the country.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status
is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less than
19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Although services are not available in every community, interested citizens should locate the nearest California Head Start center
and inquire about services.
For enrollment information, contact the program nearest you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
Head Start is a direct Federal-to-local program administered by over 1,500 locally based public or private organizations, called
"grantees," across the country.
For more information about the Head Start program, visit the California Head Start Association Web Site at:
http://caheadstart.org/
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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The Department of Energy, Weatherization Assistance Program (DOE WAP) has long served as the core program for delivering
energy conservation services to low-income Californians. The Weatherization Assistance Program reduces the heating and cooling
costs for low-income families by improving the energy efficiency of their homes and ensuring their health and safety. Among low-
income households, the program focuses on those with elderly residents, individuals with disabilities, and families with children.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $22,062 if one person lives in the household;
$28,850 if two people live in the household; $35,639 if three people live in the household; $42,427 if four people live in the household;
$49,215 if five people live in the household; $56,004 if six people live in the household, and $77,419 if eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $1,683 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Contact a local provider to determine your eligibility:
http://www.csd.ca.gov/Programs/Energy%20Service%20Providers.aspx
or call 866.675.6623.
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:
http://www.csd.ca.gov/Programs/Weatherization%20Assistance%20Program.aspx
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
CalWORKs is a welfare program that gives cash aid and services to eligible needy California families. The program serves all 58
counties in the state and is operated locally by county welfare departments. If a family has little or no cash and needs housing, food,
utilities, clothing or medical care, it may be eligible to receive immediate short-term help. Families that apply and qualify for ongoing
assistance receive money each month to help pay for housing, food and other necessary expenses.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, either pregnant or responsible for a child
under 19 years of age, a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, have low or very low income, and be either under-
employed (working for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Families requesting assistance must complete application forms. The family can ask for immediate help if it has little or no cash and
needs emergency housing, food, utilities, clothing or medical care. Contact your local county welfare department to obtain an
application and set up an interview.
You can find your local county welfare department by clicking here:
http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/foodstamps/PG839.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information, please visit:
http://www.ladpss.org/dpss/calworks/default.cfm
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
Healthy Families is low cost insurance for California children and teens. It provides health, dental and vision coverage to children
who do not have insurance and do not qualify for free Medi-Cal.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of California, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver with
a children under the age of 19 or be pregnant, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien,
or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $26,000 if one person lives in the
household; $35,000 if two people live in the household; $44,000 if three people live in the household; $53,000 if four people live in the
household; $62,000 if five people live in the household; $71,000 if six people live in the household; $80,000 if seven people live in the
household; $89,000 if eight people live in the household; $98,000 if nine people live in the household; $107,000 if 10 people live in the
household; $116,000 if 11 people live in the household; $125,000 if 12 people live in the household; and $134,000 if more than 12
people live in the household. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's
program information for details.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
To learn more about California Healthy Families, please visit:
http://www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov/hf/hfhome.jsp
You can ask questions about Healthy Families, have the application form sent to you or apply by phone. You can call Monday to Friday,
8 a.m. to 8 p.m., or on Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The call is free:
800-880-5305
Send questions by e-mail to:
HealthyFamilies@maximus.com
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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check out visitcalifornia.com/funspots.
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IF YOUR GROUP, ORGANIZATION, OR HOUSE OF WORSHIP HAS ANY ACTIVITIES UPCOMING SUCH AS:
MEALS FOR THE NEEDY, FOOD PANTRIES & BASKET GIVEAWAYS, CLOTHING CLOSETS, BAZAARS,
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FIRST TIME HOME PURCHASER SEMINARS, STATE FAIRS....EVEYTHING!!!!
PLEASE CONTACT ME BY EMAIL: homelesstoindependence@yahoo.com
DISCLAIMER
JUST A SHORT NOTE TO STATE THAT THE PURPOSE OF THIS PUBLICATION IS TO PASS
PRECIOUS INFORMATION ON TO THOSE OF NEED. OCCASIONALLY, THERE WILL BE
ARTICLES BY OTHER WRITERS. I MAY NOT NECESSARILY AGREE WITH THEIR
VIEWPOINTS, HOWEVER, I DO RESPECT THEM. THANK YOU
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A free housing service that helps people find a room, house or apartment that best suits their needs. Search by rent amount,
accessibility features, housing vouchers and more. Also has information about moving costs, assisted living facilities, help for
people who are homeless and financial assistance to help pay rent.
For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/california/housing
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Helps individuals with disabilities find jobs. Also offers a Wounded Warrior Workforce Program to support Veterans with disabilities
as they transition from the military into civilian careers.
For more information visit this link: http://www.disability.gov/state/california/employment.
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Program Description
Food Stamps is a Federally funded program that helps low-income people buy the food they need for good health. For most
households, food stamps are only part of their food budget; they must spend some of their own cash along with their food stamps in
order to buy enough food for a month. To determine eligibility, you should contact your local county welfare department.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California and fall into one of two groups: (1) those
with a current bank balance (savings and checking combined) under $2,001, or (2) those with a current bank balance (savings and
checking combined) under $3,001 who share their household with a person or persons age 60 and over, or with a person with a
disability (a child, your spouse, a parent, or yourself). For either group, you must also have an annual household income of less than
$13,284 if one person lives in the household; $17,808 if two people live in the household; $22,332 if three people live in the household;
$26,856 if four people live in the household; $31,380 if five people live in the household; $35,904 if six people live in the household;
$40,428 if seven people live in the household; or $44,952 if more than seven people live in the household.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
The Food Stamp Program in California is operated by local county welfare departments. Low-income people may apply for food
stamps at any office located in the county where they live. To find a nearby office, click below to find a link to County Food Stamp
offices:
http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/foodstamps/PG839.htm
Or you can contact your county's welfare department listed under the County Government Section in the telephone book
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
In California, the National Breakfast and Lunch programs are administered by the California Department of Education. For children,
the National School Lunch Program provides a nutritious meal that contains one-third of the recommended dietary allowance of
necessary nutrients. The California Department of Education's review of each agency's breakfast program is generally done in
conjunction with the review of the agency's National School Lunch Program.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California and a parent or primary caregiver
responsible for a child(ren) who attends school (high school or under). Those who qualify must also have an annual household
income before taxes that must not exceed $26,955 if two people live in the household; $33,874 if three people live in the household;
$40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the household; $54,631 if six people live in the household;
$61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for
each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for free or reduced price meals, contact your child's school. A listing of your state's schools can be found here:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/re/sd/
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/nu/sn/
You may also call the state's Nutrition Services Division at 916-323-7311 or 800-952-5609.
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) Block Grant is funded by the Federal Department of Health and Human
Services (DHHS) and provides two basic types of services. Eligible low-income persons, via local governmental and nonprofit
organizations, can receive financial assistance to offset the costs of heating and/or cooling dwellings, and/or have their dwellings
weatherized to make them more energy efficient. This is accomplished through these program components:
•The Weatherization Program provides free weatherization services to improve the energy efficiency of homes, including attic
insulation, weather stripping, minor housing repairs, and related energy conservation measures.
•The Energy Crisis Intervention Program (ECIP) provides payments for weather-related or energy-related emergencies.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $29,173 if one person lives in the household;
$38,149 if two people live in the household; $47,125 if three people live in the household; $56,101 if four people live in the household;
$65,077 if five people live in the household; $74,053 if six people live in the household; $75,736 if seven people live in the household;
$77,419 if eight people live in the household and $79,102 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add
$1,683 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, find the energy service provider in your community here:
http://www.csd.ca.gov/Programs/Energy%20Service%20Providers.aspx.
Be sure to scroll through the different pages by clicking on the little gray arrow to the right of "1-20".
You may also call the CSD toll-free phone center at 1-866-675-6623.
Program Contact Information
For more information about this program, please visit:
http://www.csd.ca.gov/Programs/Low%20Income%20Home%20Energy%20Assistance%20...
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
Healthy Families is low cost insurance for California children and teens. It provides health, dental and vision coverage to children
who do not have insurance and do not qualify for free Medi-Cal.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of California, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver with
a children under the age of 19 or be pregnant, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien,
or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $36,425 if two people live in the
household; $45,775 if three people live in the household; $55,125 if four people live in the household; $64,475 if five people live in the
household; $73,825 if six people live in the household; $83,175 if seven people live in the household; $92,525 if eight people live in the
household; and $101,875 if more than eight people live in the household. For larger households, add $9,350 for each additional
person in the home. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's program
information for details.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
For an application and instructions, please visit:
http://www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov/Downloads/Applications.aspx
You can ask questions about Healthy Families, have the application form sent to you or apply by phone. You can call Monday to Friday,
8 a.m. to 8 p.m., or on Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The call is free: 1-800-880-5305
Program Contact Information
To learn more about California Healthy Families, please visit:
http://www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov/Home/default.aspx
Send questions by e-mail to:
HealthyFamilies@maximus.com
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
The WIC Program provides supplemental foods, nutrition education and referrals to health care, at no cost, to low-income pregnant,
breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5 who are determined to be at nutritional risk. To be fully
eligible for the WIC Program, applicants must be determined by a health professional, at no cost, to be at nutritional risk (i.e., have
certain medical-based or diet-based risk conditions).
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum
woman, infant or child up to 5 years of age and: (1) are individually determined by a health professional to be at nutrition risk; and, (2)
meet an income standard, or are determined automatically income eligible. A person who participates or has family members who
participate in certain other benefit programs, such as the Food Stamp Program, Medicaid or Temporary Assistance for Needy
Families, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply, call 1-888-WIC-WORK (1-888-942-9675).
Program Contact Information
Please see the following Web Site for the income standard or maximum income limit for WIC eligibility:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/wic/howtoapply/incomeguidelines.htm
For more information on California WIC, please visit the California Department of Human Services at:
http://www.cdph.ca.gov/programs/wicworks/Pages/default.aspx
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
The California Special Milk Program is a federally funded program which assists schools and other agencies in providing milk to
children at reasonable prices. For children, the Special Milk Program provides a nutritious beverage, rich in calcium and vitamins A
and D, which aids in the development of strong bones and teeth. For parents, the program provides a low cost, convenient method of
ensuring that their children receive a healthy and delicious beverage when they are away from home. Schools benefit by helping
their students take at least one step in a direction that can enhance academic performance and good nutrition.
General Program Requirements
Any child in a school or institution that participates in the Special Milk Program can get milk. Schools may elect to offer free milk to
low-income children. In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, your household's
annual income before taxes must not exceed $20,036 if one person lives in the household; $26,955 if two people live in the
household; $33,874 if three people live in the household; $40,793 if four people live in the household; $47,712 if five people live in the
household; $54,631 if six people live in the household; $61,550 if seven people live in the household; and $68,469 if eight people live in
the household. For larger households, add $6,919 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
To apply for the Special Milk program, directly contact your child’s school, camp, or child care institution to find out if it participates
in the Special Milk Program.
The Federal agency Child Nutrition Programs manages this program and provides state contact information here:
http://www.fns.usda.gov/cnd/Contacts/StateDirectory.htm
Additionally, your state education agency can also provide you with more information about the program:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/ls/nu/sn/spm.asp
Program Contact Information
For more information visit:
http://www.cde.ca.gov/
Or call:
800-952-5609
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
Head Start is a national program administered by the Head Start Bureau within the Administration on Children, Youth and Families,
Administration for Children and Families (ACF), and Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS). Head Start provides
comprehensive developmental services for low-income children from birth to entry into elementary school.
Head Start is currently funded at over $6.6 billion and serves more than 912,000 low-income children and families nationwide. The
program is child-centered, family-focused, comprehensive, and community-based. Head Start services are designed to address
developmental goals for children, employment and self-sufficiency goals for adults, and support for parents in their work and child-
caring roles.
Head Start is a direct Federal-to-local program administered by over 1,500 locally based public or private organizations, called
"grantees," across the country.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, you must be a parent or primary
caregiver responsible for a child who is too young for public school and your household's annual income before taxes must not
exceed $10,830 if one person lives in the household; $14,570 if two people live in the household; $18,310 if three people live in the
household; $22,050 if four people live in the household; $25,790 if five people live in the household; $29,530 if six people live in the
household; $33,270 if seven people live in the household; $37,010 if eight people live in the household; and $40,750 if more than eight
people live in the household. For larger households, add $3,740 for each additional person in the home.
If you do not meet these criteria, you may still qualify if you are a U.S. national, citizen or permanent resident whose financial status
is low income or very low income, who is under-employed, unemployed or about to become unemployed, facing pregnancy, less than
19 years of age yourself, or the parent or primary caregiver for children under the age of 19 years. Other qualifications may apply.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Although services are not available in every community, interested citizens should locate the nearest California Head Start center
and inquire about services.
For enrollment information, contact the program nearest you:
http://eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov/hslc/HeadStartOffices
Program Contact Information
Head Start is a direct Federal-to-local program administered by over 1,500 locally based public or private organizations, called
"grantees," across the country.
For more information about the Head Start program, visit the California Head Start Association Web Site at:
http://caheadstart.org/
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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The Department of Energy, Weatherization Assistance Program (DOE WAP) has long served as the core program for delivering
energy conservation services to low-income Californians. The Weatherization Assistance Program reduces the heating and cooling
costs for low-income families by improving the energy efficiency of their homes and ensuring their health and safety. Among low-
income households, the program focuses on those with elderly residents, individuals with disabilities, and families with children.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, you must need financial assistance for
home energy costs and your household's annual income before taxes must not exceed $22,062 if one person lives in the household;
$28,850 if two people live in the household; $35,639 if three people live in the household; $42,427 if four people live in the household;
$49,215 if five people live in the household; $56,004 if six people live in the household, and $77,419 if eight people live in the
household. For larger households, add $1,683 for each additional person in the home.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Contact a local provider to determine your eligibility:
http://www.csd.ca.gov/Programs/Energy%20Service%20Providers.aspx
or call 866.675.6623.
Program Contact Information
For more information, visit:
http://www.csd.ca.gov/Programs/Weatherization%20Assistance%20Program.aspx
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
CalWORKs is a welfare program that gives cash aid and services to eligible needy California families. The program serves all 58
counties in the state and is operated locally by county welfare departments. If a family has little or no cash and needs housing, food,
utilities, clothing or medical care, it may be eligible to receive immediate short-term help. Families that apply and qualify for ongoing
assistance receive money each month to help pay for housing, food and other necessary expenses.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of the State of California, either pregnant or responsible for a child
under 19 years of age, a US national, citizen, legal alien, or permanent resident, have low or very low income, and be either under-
employed (working for very low wages), unemployed or about to become unemployed.
Your Next StepsThe following information will lead you to the next steps to apply for this benefit.
Application Process
Families requesting assistance must complete application forms. The family can ask for immediate help if it has little or no cash and
needs emergency housing, food, utilities, clothing or medical care. Contact your local county welfare department to obtain an
application and set up an interview.
You can find your local county welfare department by clicking here:
http://www.dss.cahwnet.gov/foodstamps/PG839.htm
Program Contact Information
For more information, please visit:
http://www.ladpss.org/dpss/calworks/default.cfm
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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Program Description
Healthy Families is low cost insurance for California children and teens. It provides health, dental and vision coverage to children
who do not have insurance and do not qualify for free Medi-Cal.
General Program Requirements
In order to qualify for this benefit program, you must be a resident of California, under 19 years of age or be a primary care giver with
a children under the age of 19 or be pregnant, not covered by health insurance (including Medicaid), a US national, citizen, legal alien,
or permanent resident, and you must have an annual household income before taxes of less than $26,000 if one person lives in the
household; $35,000 if two people live in the household; $44,000 if three people live in the household; $53,000 if four people live in the
household; $62,000 if five people live in the household; $71,000 if six people live in the household; $80,000 if seven people live in the
household; $89,000 if eight people live in the household; $98,000 if nine people live in the household; $107,000 if 10 people live in the
household; $116,000 if 11 people live in the household; $125,000 if 12 people live in the household; and $134,000 if more than 12
people live in the household. Depending on your income level, you may have to pay a premium for coverage. Please see this state's
program information for details.
Application Process
For more information, see the Program Contact Information below.
Program Contact Information
To learn more about California Healthy Families, please visit:
http://www.healthyfamilies.ca.gov/hf/hfhome.jsp
You can ask questions about Healthy Families, have the application form sent to you or apply by phone. You can call Monday to Friday,
8 a.m. to 8 p.m., or on Saturday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. The call is free:
800-880-5305
Send questions by e-mail to:
HealthyFamilies@maximus.com
Managing Agency
California
http://www.ca.gov
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