CalFresh
Interpretive services for languages other than English are available upon request.
How Do I Apply for CalFresh?
Applying for CalFresh is easy! We can even accept an application with just your name, address, and signature. You can apply online, in person, by mail or by fax. Call us at (707) 253-4511 if you need help.
- Get an application:
- Fill out an online application through BenefitsCal; it will come to us automatically. See our main page for some video tutorials about BenefitsCal.
- Pick up an application from 8 AM to 5 PM at one of our offices (addresses are listed in the column to the right).
- Download an application here:
CF 285 (English) - Application for CalFresh Benefits PDF PDF PDF PDF PDF
CF 285 (Spanish) - PDF PDF Solicitud para Beneficios de CalFresh PDF PDF PDF PDF PDF PDF - Call us at 707-253-4511 (toll-free at 800-464-4214) to ask us to mail an application to you.
- Fill out your application – Filling out the whole application if you can as it helps us make a speedy determination, but if you’re in a rush, you can start the application process with just your name, address and signature.
- Return your paper application:
- Drop it off at one of our offices - you can come inside or use a drop box.
- Mail it to us at:
Self Sufficiency Services
2751 Napa Valley Corporate Drive
Napa CA 94558 - Fax it to us at:
707-253-6095
- Get an application:
Eligibility
Proof
You don’t need anything to apply for CalFresh. At the interview, an eligibility specialist will tell you what we need to see if you can get CalFresh benefits. Your worker may ask you for things like:
- Identification (does not need to be a picture identification)
- Social Security number
- Proof of any income
- Proof of expenses - rent, childcare, child support paid, medical expenses, etc.
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Self Sufficiency Services (Public Assistance)
Telephone Numbers for All Offices
Main: 707-253-4511
Toll Free: 800-464-4214
TTY: 800-877-8339
Fax: 707-253-6095Mailing Address for All Locations
2751 Napa Valley Corporate Drive
Napa, CA 94558Physical Locations
Napa Office
2751 Napa Valley Corporate Drive, Building A
Napa, CA 94558American Canyon Office
4381 Broadway, Suites 100 and 101
American Canyon, CA 94503Calistoga Office
1705 Washington Street
Calistoga, CA 94515Hours
Napa and American Canyon
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Calistoga Office
Fridays Only
8 a.m. - 5 p.m.