Maintaining CalFresh
Once approved, two different forms of recertification are required to maintain CalFresh Benefits. The first recertification period is the SAR7 at the six-month mark, while the second is the annual review. For information regarding how to recertify your case, please view the information below or reach out to calfresh@miracosta.edu for further assistance.
SAR-7
The Semi-Annual Review (SAR7) recertification form is a requirement from the County of San Diego used to review CalFresh eligibility six months after you鈥檝e been approved for your CalFresh Benefits. If you fail to submit your SAR7 on time, your benefits will be discontinued, and you will need to reapply.
If additional documents are needed to be submitted, you have 30 days after the due date of the SAR7 to submit it. If you submit the form online, . All documentation for both mail and online submissions must have your full legal name on it. You may also submit it online through your .
Every year: Recertification Renewal
Similar to the SAR7, the Recertification Renewal is a required form all CalFresh recipients must fill out to maintain their benefits. Renewal Recertification must be completed six months after the SAR7 (one year after the initial submission of your application). If you fail to submit your Recertification, your benefits will be discontinued, and you will need to reapply.
