Food and Nutrition Services approves timely reporting waiver for CalFresh in response to wildfires and power outages

A Caucasian man and Puerto Rican woman enjoy a meal with their one year old son at a casual fast food restaurant while spending a relaxing day together at the mall.

In light of the recent wildfires and power outages impacting San Bernardino County, Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) has approved a Timely Reporting Waiver for CalFresh households. This waiver extends the standard 10-day requirement for households to report food loss and request replacement benefits. Impacted CalFresh recipients now have until Oct. 7 to submit their claims for lost food and receive replacement benefits.

This extension is essential in supporting families who have been affected by these emergencies, ensuring they have access to vital food assistance during recovery. Eligible households can request these benefits through the Replacement or Supplement Affidavit/Authorization (CF 303) form.

There are multiple ways to complete and submit the CF 303 form:

In person: Visit any local Transitional Assistance Department (TAD) district office to submit the form.
Online: Complete and submit the form via the BenefitsCal website.

These expanded reporting options aim to simplify the process for those impacted by the disasters and ensure that households receive their benefits without unnecessary delays.

For more information or to inquire about the status of your benefits, contact your local TAD office or visit BenefitsCal. Visit wp.sbcounty.gov/tad/ for details on criteria and requirements or to start the application process for CalFresh.

Additional County Update News – September 26, 2024