Use CAAP

CAAP issues your monthly cash benefits on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. You can use your EBT card like a bank card for purchases at retail stores or at ATMs to withdraw cash.   

  • Free Muni passes 
  • Counseling for mental health, substance abuse, and domestic violence issues
  • More free or discount deals: Get deals for museums, utilities, legal advice, and more

  • Journey Home Program provides eligible participants with a free bus or train ticket to a destination (in the lower 48 states) and a meal stipend. The program can also cover overnight shelter or hotel stay if the participant’s train or bus does not leave the same day. Get program details. 
     
  • Shelter services are available if you are applying for CAAP – call CAAP at (833) 879-1365 

  • Immediate access to JobsNOW!, HSA’s job matching and internship program: To apply call (877) 562-1669 or email applyforjobsnow@sfgov.org.
  • Placement in a job.
  • Participation in Youth Employment and Training Services
  • Earned Income & Asset Disregard Program: Designed to promote self-sufficiency

  • Free California DMV Identification Card (one-time assistance only) 
  • Birth certificate if required for your CAAP eligibility
  • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) if you have a long-term disability

For more information: Call (833) 879-1365 or fax (415) 558-4104.

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