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Community Resources

We know there is a great deal of uncertainty in our community due to the recent Government Shutdown. CDA remains committed to supporting clients during this challenging time. Our Resources Team has put together a list of resources below.

We will continue to update this page as additional information and updates are received.

CalFresh Update

11/6/25 UPDATE: The State will issue partial CalFresh benefits starting sometime the week of November 10th.

The County of San Diego will provide details as they become available. Any remaining CalFresh benefits on EBT cards continue to be available. For additional information about the government shutdown, click below:

2-1-1 San Diego: Government Shutdown All Resources

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What is happening?

Due to the ongoing federal government shutdown, funding for November 2025 CalFresh benefits may be delayed or disrupted if the shutdown continues past October 23. Based on the state guidance, the county is advising local CalFresh beneficiaries to prepare to not receive benefits beginning November 1, 2025.

CalFresh is the food assistance program also known as the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). It helps eligible low-income families buy groceries with monthly benefits through an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card. CalFresh is fully funded by the federal government, managed by the state, and administered by counties.

For more information, stay informed through the California Department of Social Services and your local county office for updates on benefit timing or policy changes.

Things to Do Now:

  • Use your current benefits: plan meals and stretch your grocery budget.

  • Identify backup food resources (food banks, community pantries, and school meals).

  • Call 2-1-1 San Diego for help.

  • Budget for a possible gap: save where possible and rely on school meal programs.

  • Talk with your children in age-appropriate way about the plan so they feel included and reassured.

  • Shop smart: choose nutritious, cost-effective foods like in-season produce and bulk items.

For more information visit CalFresh FAQs.

Furlough Bridge Loan Program

Furlough Bridge Loan Program through Hebrew Free Loan of San Diego for federal employees that are currently not receiving paychecks.

Loan program qualifications are:

  • Federal employees (including contractors) in the San Diego Jewish community directly affected by the federal furlough;

  • Loan Amount: Up to $2,500;

  • Guarantor Requirement: Waived for this specific program only;

  • Credit Score Requirement: Minimum FICO score of 700 or higher and no collections or bad debt on credit report;

  • Repayment Terms: Repayment will begin upon the federal government resuming pay. Specific terms will be set on a case-by-case basis.

Apply at: https://hflsd.org/apply-now/

Other Resources

For the latest information regarding the Government Shutdown, please visit HERE.

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CDA Reimbursement Schedule
Family is authorized with a variable schedule

Variable schedules are reimbursed for the actual care hours provided that are within the hours authorized. The reimbursement will not exceed the amount billed by the provider or the full-time (FT) or part-time (PT) RMRC listed on the certificate for child care services. CDA will not reimburse for child absences, provider holiday or closure days on a variable schedule. If the full billed/invoiced amount is not paid, the parent is responsible for the difference directly to the provider.

Reimbursement of provider non-operation days/holidays

The number of reimbursable provider holidays and/or non-operation days is limited to a maximum of 10 days per fiscal year. Once these allowable limits are exceeded, reimbursement will be prorated for future closure days.

Reimbursement of registration fees, material fees, insurance fees

Fees for registration, material and/or insurance may be reimbursed if the current reimbursement amount does not exceed the Regional Market Rate Ceiling (RMRC). Reimbursement of these fees is limited to one (1) per child, per fiscal year and will be made in a single payment when requested on the child’s attendance record.

Note: For providers with programs that have multiple fees in one year or where it has been determined that the reimbursement amount exceeds the RMRC, the excess fees will be the responsibility of the parent.

License-Exempt Providers

When child care is authorized for a total of 25 or more hours per week the Full Time Weekly RMRC will be used. When child care is authorized for a total of less than 25 hours per week the Part Time RMRC will be used.

View the State’s RMRC by County See the full Program Guidelines

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We’re sorry, you may not be eligible for CDA’s program.

If you would like to receive a personal eligibility screening, please complete the form below:

We’re sorry, it appears you may have different need for child care services than those listed.

To receive a personal eligibility screening, please call us at: (619) 427-4411 ext. 1400