CDSS

RT @Cal_OES: As El Niño ramps up in California, first responders are preparing for the potential impacts on our communities. This First Responders Day, we recognize the dedicated individuals who put their communities first, answering the call when emergencies strike.

Yesterday, the CDSS Disaster Services Branch (DSB) hosted an exercise at the Department’s Operations Center to enhance core concepts and strengthen preparedness for future events, such as El Niño fueled weather. About DSB:

RT @Cal_HHS: H.R.1. expanded work requirements for some people receiving CalFresh, putting their food benefits at risk. California is taking action to help more eligible people keep their benefits.

California está ayudando a los beneficiarios de #CalFresh a cumplir con los nuevos requisitos federales de trabajo. Las nuevas normas a nivel estatal para facilitarán que las personas conserven sus beneficios de alimentación. Más información:

California is helping #CalFresh recipients meet new federal work and community engagement requirements. New statewide standards for training, apprenticeship, and adult education programs will make it easier for people to keep their food benefits. More:

California continues to lead. Many of our innovative efforts to fight benefit theft, including the implementation of chip-and-tap EBT cards, will soon become the model for the nation. More from USDA: More on CA efforts:

RT @Cal_HHS: Se espera un El Niño muy fuerte este año. Por eso es importante tomarte el tiempo para definir el plan de tu hogar.

RT @Cal_HHS: Preparing for El Niño doesn’t have to be complicated. Take a few minutes every weekend to help you and your family be storm-ready. Remember—ready starts with you. Visit for simple steps and tips.

RT @Cal_HHS: Read Justice Charles F. Adams' perspective in CalMatters on how CARE Court is helping transform lives and redefine the role of the justice system for people with serious mental illness across California:

Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) partners: Join us for the next CACFP—Stay Connected Quarterly Webinar on Oct. 28, 2-3:30 p.m. This session will feature a panel discussion highlighting recordkeeping, documentation, and best practices. Register:

RT @Cal_HHS: ¡El seminario web de Carga Pública ya está disponible para verlo cuando usted quiera: Aprenda los conceptos básicos, acceda a información confiable y vea la grabación cuando le sea más conveniente.

RT @Cal_HHS: Missed the live Public Charge 101 webinar, or need a refresher? The recording is now available on demand: Learn about current public charge policies, who is affected, and where to find trusted information and resources.

RT @Cal_HHS: Talking about gun violence can be difficult, especially with children & youth in the wake of a shooting in your community or in the news. In California, free mental health support is available through BrightLife Kids for families with kids 0-12 + Soluna for teens & young adults.

RT @Cal_OES: According to the @NWS, Santa Ana winds will continue to impact Southern California through Saturday. These strong, warm, dry winds can exceed 40 mph, increase wildfire risk, and cause power outages. Visit to learn how to prepare for strong winds and power outages.

RT @Cal_OES: Según el @NWS, los vientos de Santa Ana continuarán afectando el sur de California hasta el sábado. Estos fuertes vientos pueden superar las 40 mph, aumentar el riesgo de incendios forestales y provocar cortes de energía. Para obtener más consejos de seguridad y preparación, visita

RT @Cal_HHS: California has made it easier for eligible college students to get healthy, nutritious food, streamlining enrollment and removing barriers that kept financially eligible students from even applying for the benefits they’re entitled to.

We can't expect students to learn if they're hungry. Whether they're in kindergarten, high school, or college — it's just common sense. That's why we're making it easier for UC, CSU, and CC students to apply for CalFresh and get healthy, nutritious food.

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! Protecting your benefits starts with staying informed and being alert to scams targeting Electronic Benefits Transfer cardholders. More on how to protect your benefits:

Make sure to use your SUN Bucks benefits before they're gone! SUN Bucks funds expire 122 days after being loaded to the benefit card. Access your SUN Bucks card balance at and spend your SUN Bucks soon!

RT @CAgovernor: This Indigenous Peoples' Day, we honor and celebrate California Native people and all Indigenous people who now call California home. Together, these Californians form one of the world's largest and most diverse Indigenous populations — and are foundational to the strength that defines our state.

Last week, CDSS Director Troia joined Gov. Newsom at the SF-Marin Food Bank to share how CA is streamlining CalFresh access for eligible college students. Students can apply for up to $306 a month for groceries at Learn more: