Government Benefits

Attorneys in LAFLA’s Government Benefits Unit help low-income individuals who have trouble obtaining, or are denied government benefits, including:

• CalWORKs (Cash Aid, Child Care, GAIN)
• CAPI
• Food Stamps/SNAP
• Foster Care
• Medi-Cal, Medicare and other healthcare programs
• Social Security
• SSI
• SSI Reduction Information
• In Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
• New Food Stamps & IHSS, Using Your Share of Cost

• General Relief

New* Did Social Security stop your benefits or deny your application because you had an arrest warrant? A new lawsuit says you may be able to get Social Security benefits again, including thousands of dollars in back benefits. Read More.

LAFLA’s Bill Smith Homeless Veterans Project also helps vulnerable veterans get the aid they need from the Department of Veterans Affairs. 

We also conduct education seminars throughout the community, so please check our Calendar.

Frequently Asked Questions. Please click for answers.

1. What should I do if I receive a Notice of Action stating my CalWORKS Cash Aid, Food Stamps, Medi-Cal, IHSS, etc. have been cut-off, reduced or my application has been denied?
2. How can I file a case complaint to my DPSS district office if my CalWORKS Cash Aid, Food Stamps/SNAP, Medi-Cal, IHSS, etc. have been cut-off, reduced or my application has been denied?
3. How can I appeal Social Security Retirement, SSI, SSDI, Survivors and Medicare Reductions, Denials, or Terminations?
4. Can I file a late appeal if my Social Security Retirement, SSI, SSDI or Medicare benefits are cut-off, reduced or denied?
5. What should I do if I am denied Medi-Cal or I will be cut-off of Medi-Cal?
6. How can I disenroll in my Medi-Cal HMO?
7. How can I make a complaint if I am having problems enrolling in a
   Medi-Cal plan?
8. How can I get free and low-cost health services?
9. How can I get free health insurance for my children?
10. What can I do if I have a General Relief problem?
11. How can I appeal a General Relief case?

To speak with someone immediately or to make an appointment, call (800) 399-4529. We also conduct education seminars throughout the community. For more information about our community outreach program, including topics, dates, times, and locations, visit the LAFLA Calendar.

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  (800) 399-4529
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