California Money & Benefits

CalWORKs: California’s Cash Aid for Families With Children

CalWORKs provides monthly cash aid to California families with children, including two-parent households where the principal earner is unemployed. Administered by all 58 county...

California Paid Family Leave: 8 Weeks, and What It Does Not Cover

California PFL pays up to 8 weeks within 12 months for bonding, caring for a seriously ill relative or a military deployment — but...

How to Check If California Is Holding Unclaimed Money for You

California holds unclaimed bank accounts, wages and insurance benefits with no claim deadline and no fee. How to search the State Controller's official portal...

Covered California vs Medi-Cal: Which One You Qualify For

Adults up to 138% of the Federal Poverty Level qualify for Medi-Cal, with no asset test; above that, Covered California with subsidies. One application...

CalFresh Eligibility: Income Limits and How to Apply in Your County

Most California households up to 200% of the Federal Poverty Level qualify for CalFresh. The FFY 2026 gross monthly limits by household size, and...

How to Appeal an EDD Unemployment Denial in California

You have 30 days from the mailing date on your Notice of Determination to appeal an EDD unemployment denial. How to file, who hears...

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