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CalFresh Alert: Replacement of Electronically Stolen CalFresh Benefits

IF YOUR CALFRESH BENEFITS WERE STOLEN ON OR AFTER OCTOBER 1, 2022, YOU MAY BE ELIGIBLE FOR RETROACTIVE BENEFIT REPLACEMENTS!

CalFresh recipients who were victims of electronic theft between October 1, 2022 through November 30, 2023 must complete a Report o...

Volunteers needed for tax assistance program

Looking to make a difference and give back to the community in the new year? Placer County’s Free Tax Prep program (also known as VITA) is currently seeking volunteers for the 2024 tax season.

New veteran benefits for those with toxic exposure

The PACT Act is a new law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances.

The PACT Act will bring these changes:

• Expands and extends eligibility for VA health care for Veterans w...

Alert - EBT Theft

We are seeing an increase of EBT theft in our county and across California. If you receive a text or phone call about your EBT account, the best way to avoid your benefits from being stolen is to please follow these simple rules:
•NEVER tell anyone your ...

CalFresh benefits can now be used to purchase groceries online!

CalFresh recipients can now use their EBT card to purchase groceries online at Walmart and Amazon starting April 28, 2020. You will be able to order food online that you would normally buy with your EBT card in-person and select home delivery*. Groceries ...

Funeral Assistance Announced by FEMA

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought overwhelming grief to many families. Under the Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriations Act of 2021 and the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021, FEMA will provide financial assistance for COVID-19-related ...