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CalWORKs

CalWORKs provides qualifying families and expectant mothers with a variety of temporary assistance, such as employment, housing, and education services.

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CalWORKs recipients get $640 COVID relief payment

The Pandemic Emergency Assistance Fund (PEAF) is a one-time relief payment for eligible CalWORKs families. Payment will be issued by the end of July. PEAF will not impact your eligibly for CalWORKs or other public assistance programs.

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Haven’t been vaccinated yet?

Drop by one of SFHSA's vaccination clinics to get a free, single-dose vaccine. They're open to the public—no appointment is necessary.

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CalFresh emergency benefit extended

This allotment is automatically added to your EBT card to increase your monthly benefit to the maximum allowable amount. You'll get this month's allotment next month. 

CalWORKs Benefits

More information about the benefits that may be available to families eligible for CalWORKs.

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Applying for CalWORKs

Learn more about the CalWORKs application process and how to apply.

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Keeping CalWORKs

To maintain your CalWORKs benefit you'll need to submit benefit renewal reports each year.

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SFHSA Service Center Update: To keep you safe, our Service Centers offer limited on-site support during the City’s latest stay-at-home order. We are still available to meet your essential service needs without interruption by phone and online. See below for: 

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