In Stockton, California, the San Joaquin County Human Services Agency (HSA) is addressing delays in CalFresh benefits. The California Department of Social Services (CDSS) announced that November CalFresh benefits will not be distributed on the regular schedule. This change affects 131,891 recipients in the county.
Notifications about the delay were sent statewide between October 21 and 25, 2025, by text and email to recipients and stakeholders. HSA is working with local partners to support residents. The agency has purchased 28,000 pounds of food boxes for distribution to eligible individuals…