Kern County, CA - Department of Human Services
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CalFresh, also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), helps low-income individuals and families purchase groceries at many food stores. Participants receive CalFresh benefits on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card, which looks like a regular credit card. The amount of benefits you receive depends on your family size, income, and monthly expenses.
Ways to Apply
- Apply Online: BenefitsCal.org, GetCalFresh.org or
- You may request an application in person, by phone, by fax, by mail, or at the California Department of Social Services - CalFresh Program website. Your application starts the day the county receives your signed application. You will receive an appointment by mail for an interview by phone or you may ask to complete your interview in person, or
- Apply in person at your local Human Services office, especially if you need CalFresh benefits right away, or call the CalFresh Application Line at (661) 631-6062. Leave your name and address and the application form will be mailed to you with a return envelope. Mail the completed at P.O. Box 511, Bakersfield, CA. 93302, signed application forms in the envelope. Your application starts the day the county receives your signed application. You will receive an appointment by mail for an interview by phone or you may ask to complete your interview in person, (English | Spanish). For households where everyone applying is: At least 60 or older and/or disabled, Not getting any income from work, and Purchasing and preparing food together. (English| Spanish). or
- You can fax the completed, signed application form to (661) 631-6573. Your application starts the day the county receives your signed application form.
- Or by calling the Customer Assistance TeleCenter at 1 (877) 410-8812
County Office Hours:
Monday through Friday, 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
(Holiday hours varies, please click here to view)
Call Center Hours:
Monday through Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Information
- Replacement or Disaster of CalFresh Supplement
Please contact your case worker to help you process this application.
English | Spanish - Important Information Regarding Online Food Purchases
English | Spanish - Reporting Changes To Keep Your Benefits
English | Spanish - Online Food Purchase Location Information
English | Spanish - Important Information Regarding the Public Charge Rule Change
English | Spanish - Monthly Income Limits
English | Spanish - EBT Online Frequently Asked Questions
English | Spanish - FAQ CalFresh Brochure
English | Spanish - CalFresh Allotments & Income Reporting Threshold
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