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The Role of CalWORKs in Alleviating Deep Poverty
Despite recent strides in increasing CalWORKs grants, persistent challenges remain in addressing deep poverty for California families. By focusing on reforms, state leaders can lift families out of poverty and ensure economic security for Californians.Health & Safety Net -
Q&A
Federal Shutdown Would Put California’s Safety Net at Risk
Federal government shutdowns can significantly disrupt California’s essential safety net programs, potentially affecting millions of residents and underscoring the importance of ongoing support for these vital services.Health & Safety Net -
Issue Brief
Continuing the Path Toward Universal Health Coverage in California
California’s uninsured rate dropped to a historic low in 2022. Equitable access to health coverage as California processes Medi-Cal renewals, which the state temporarily suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic.Health & Safety Net -
Fact Sheet
College Students Deserve Better Access to Food Assistance
Over 50% of eligible college students did not participate in SNAP. Policymakers have a responsibility to support college students in meeting their educational goals to ensure a skilled workforce.Health & Safety Net -
Fact Sheet
Strengthening California’s Health Workforce Requires Ongoing Investments
key takeaway State policymakers must continue to invest in the health workforce in order to meet the needs of Californians. This includes investments in community-led efforts to promote health, such as community health workers and promotores de salud. Access to health care services is important for everyone’s health and well-being. The state’s workforce must meet … ContinuedHealth & Safety Net -
Fact Sheet
California Workers Left Behind Due to Inadequate Paid Sick Leave
State law mandates that eligible workers can earn up to 24 hours of paid sick leave, depending on how many hours they work.Health & Safety NetPoverty & Inequality -
Fact Sheet
End of Pandemic Food Assistance Could Push Millions over the Hunger Cliff
All Californians should be able to afford food, yet many struggle to meet this basic need. CalFresh, or SNAP as it’s known federally, provides around 5 million Californians with low incomes monthly benefits to purchase food. Since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, CalFresh benefits were increased with emergency allotments (EA) of federal funds. In … ContinuedHealth & Safety Net -
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Californians Need State Leaders to Make Health Care More Affordable
Health care should be accessible and affordable to all Californians. No one should ever have to skip or delay health care due to the cost. Forgoing preventive care or treatment for health conditions is harmful to health and well-being. Unfortunately, many Californians lack access to affordable health care. For some, monthly health insurance premiums are … ContinuedHealth & Safety Net -
Fact Sheet
CalFresh Helps Millions of Californians Put Food on the Table
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — known as CalFresh in California — is the largest federal food assistance program for families with low incomes. On average, nearly 5 million Californians received CalFresh benefits each month in 2022. While CalFresh participation varied across the state, around one-quarter of the population in three congressional districts depended … ContinuedHealth & Safety Net -
Fact Sheet
Reforming CalWORKs Sanctions Can Better Support Children and Families
All California children deserve to grow up in a state that provides their basic needs. CalWORKs is a key part of the California safety net designed to provide families with low incomes financial support to meet their basic needs. However, state policies that reinforce counterproductive federal work requirements limit families’ access to this program. These … ContinuedHealth & Safety Net -
Report
Harmful Obstacles: CalWORKs Work Participation Rate (WPR) Penalty
The CalWORKs WPR Penalty Undercuts State Reforms Focused on Supporting FamiliesHealth & Safety NetPoverty & Inequality -
Report
Understanding How Infants and Toddlers with Disabilities or Developmental Delays Receive Support
jump to: All infants and toddlers and their families should have access to a comprehensive set of services that support their health and development. This is especially important for children who experience delays in their development, which can be a cause for concern. In California, children with disabilities or developmental delays can receive early intervention … ContinuedHealth & Safety Net
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