May 09, 2013

In an effort to meet the goals of the Department of Public Social Services (DPSS) and its broad based community partnership to reduce hunger in Los Angeles County and inspire healthier eating in May, Director Sheryl L. Spiller has reached out to the department’s 13,000 employees, encouraging them to share the important CalFresh food assistance information in their communities with those who need it most.

As they have done for the past two years, the Board of Supervisors enthusiastically proclaimed May, 2013 as “CalFresh Awareness Month” in the County of L.A. The annual effort is a collaboration between DPSS, other County departments, and various community-based organizations to inform low-income families and individuals about the benefits of the CalFresh Program.

“While the local economy continues to improve, there are households across our County still struggling, unaware they may be eligible to CalFresh benefits, or afraid to even inquire,” Spiller stated. “This partnership represents an intense effort to address hunger and the public health issues it presents.  CalFresh is a critical federal nutrition benefit that helps eligible households make ends meet and stay healthier.”

For more information on CalFresh Awareness Month, visit www.dpss.lacounty.gov/dpss/calfresh or call the Health and Nutrition Hotline at 1 (866) 613-3777.

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