What information do I need?

The checklist provided here is not meant to be a complete list of documents, but rather a general idea of the information you should bring with you to your interview.

There may be additional facts or verifications needed to ensure that all the rules are met. The eligibility worker will give you time to provide this documentation. If necessary, assistance in obtaining verifications may be provided.

Documents will include:

• Current statements of all bank accounts and trust funds.
• Identification (Driver's License or ID Card)
• Immiunization records for children under 6
• Social Security Card or Verification that you have applied for all
• Current DMV vehicle registrations for all vehicles you own.
• Verification of balance owed on each vehicle.
• Home ownership documents, as long as the applicant is buying it and living in it.
• Proof of income, wages, Social Security, or any other recieved.
• Proof of citizenship for all family members

Statements are considered proof that countable property is below the $2,000.00 limit. For a family member, applying for aid, over the age of 60 years the limit is $3,000.00. Bank statements include checking, savings, and trust fund accounts.

Vehicle Registration for all cars, trucks, motorcycles, trailers, motor homes or boats. A car will not be counted if it is verified to be worth less then $4,650.00

Your Home will not be counted if the family applying for aid is buying it and living in it.

Income Limits are set by federal law for the family size. You will be informed by your worker as to what documentation is needed. More information about income limits is available on the CalWORKs Facts page.

Proof of Citizenship for all family members applying for aid will need a birth certificate, baptismal certificate, or other government document. If you do not have proof of citizenship, more time can be allowed to provide proof after aid is approved.