San Diego County officials announced on Mar. 16 that new federal and state policy changes affecting CalFresh and Medi-Cal benefits will begin rolling out in the coming months, with the first changes starting April 1.
These updates are expected to impact some residents who receive food or medical assistance, though most people will still qualify for their current benefits. The county is urging all recipients to update their contact information through the BenefitsCal portal to ensure they receive important notifications about eligibility requirements.
Beginning this week, CalFresh customers will get text messages from the county with details about the upcoming changes and available resources. Officials said information will be shared digitally, in person, and by mail. For more details on these changes, residents are encouraged to visit the county’s website.
The county reports that nearly 400,000 residents currently receive CalFresh benefits and more than 800,000 are enrolled in Medi-Cal. Food, medical, and employment resources can also be found on 211’s website. San Diego County Government delivers essential services through groups focused on public safety, health and human services, land use and environment, finance and general government, and community services, according to the official website.
The San Diego County Board of Supervisors provides legislative leadership and policy direction for these programs, with Sarah Aghassi serving as interim chief administrative officer according to the official website. The county supports historic preservation and community development through various boards and initiatives as reported by its official site. It serves a diverse population across urban, rural, mountain, and desert regions according to its official website.
Additionally, San Diego County manages regional airports through a self-supporting aviation department as stated on its official site. The San Diego County Administration Center is recognized as a landmark listed on the National Register of Historic Places according to the official website.
