CalFresh

CalFresh

The CalFresh Program (formally known as Food Stamps) is a Federally funded program that helps low-income people buy the food they need for good health. For most households, CalFresh are only part of their food budget, they must spend some of their own cash along with their CalFresh benefits in order to buy enough food for a month.

Some of those who may qualify, even if they are employed, own a home, or are receiving cash assistance or benefit, are:

• Families
• Individuals
• Legal Non-Citizens
• Elderly People
• People with Disabilities

How Do I Apply

Related Links:

State of California Food Stamps Program

USDA Food Stamp Program

For more information, please call (530) 642-7300 in Placerville or (530) 573-3200 in South Lake Tahoe.

For a complete listing of all Social Services available in the community, please download the following Social Services Division Brochure.