Thousands of San Diegans could lose CalFresh benefits

Up to 96,000 people across San Diego County could lose their CalFresh benefits throughout the year as federal changes to the program take effect. One of those changes that began on Monday requires people without exemptions to work 80 hours per month to receive CalFresh benefits — also known as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at the federal level. At least one nonprofit organization in San Diego County said it is rationing food to meet the growing need. On KPBS Midday Edition, we talk about what the new CalFresh rules mean for families in San Diego County who rely on the benefits. Guests: Alondra Alvarado , president & CEO, San Diego Hunger Coalition Angeles Nelson , senior advocate, Nourish California Resources: San Diego Hunger Coalition Nourish California SD Food Bank - Emergency Food Assistance Program Feeding San Diego SUN Bucks - Summer Food Program Father Joe's Villages

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