Residency can be shown through proof of “rent or mortgage payments, utility expenses, and identity.” If verification cannot be accomplished due to a lack of acceptable evidence, a collateral contact or other readily available documentary evidence should be used.

• “Self-Employment Sworn Statement” (CSF 35) to provide specific information about the client's income and expenses. Note: The CSF 35 may be used to make the initial income determination. A supply of this form CSF 35 must be given to the client to be provided with the SAR 7 with appropriate verification.

This means countable resources, like funds in bank accounts. A home is not counted as a resource. There is no asset limit in California.

Appeal on your own If your application for any benefit program was denied, you can always appeal the decision. You can appeal using this online form or by calling 800-743-8525, or for hearing or speech impaired use TDD 800-952-8349.

By phone. Call California Department of Social Services (CDSS) at 1-800-952-5253 (TDD 1-800-952-8349). By mail. Write your request on the back of your Notice, or write a letter.

Sworn Statement: There is no specific sworn statement form used by the county; however, all sworn statements must include: date, name of the person and/or organization that receives payment, the amount a household is paying or receiving, and they must be signed by the client.

Call toll free: 1-800-743-8525 or for hearing or speech impaired use TDD 1-800-952-8349.