Food for Free

Food Benefits & Program Navigation

Helps individuals understand and access the full range of food resources available in their community. This includes CalFresh, local food banks, weekly grocery distributions, community pantries, and prepared‑meal programs. The goal is to make food systems easier to navigate, especially when someone is unsure where to start or overwhelmed by multiple program options.

CalFresh Guidance

• Help individuals apply for CalFresh
• Upload verification documents
• Explain county notices and required follow‑up
• Assist with CalFresh recertification (update SARS 7 every 6 months)
• Resolve EBT card issues
• Help individuals understand benefit amounts

Community Food Resources

• Find local food banks and community pantries
• Locate free meal programs and weekly food distributions
• Identify culturally appropriate food resources
• Explain hours, locations, and requirements for food programs
• Help complete intake forms for food programs

Prepared Meal Programs

• Connect individuals to senior meal programs
• Connect individuals to home‑delivered meal services such as Meals on Wheels
• Connect individuals to medically tailored meal providers such as Roots Food Group

Eligibility & Program Rules

• Help individuals understand eligibility rules for food programs