CalFresh
This is the federal program that CalFresh is part of, helping low-income individuals buy nutritious food.
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
How many language translations of the Red Card are available for download from the Immigrant Legal Resource Center (www.ilrc.org/red-cards)?
52 different language translations
What service does findyourally.com provide?
Free immigration legal services to all California community college students, faculty, and staff.
How can students use the Crisis Text Line?
Students can text "COURAGE" to 741741 for instant access to a trained crisis counselor.
What is the easiest way for a student to learn about the basic needs resources they are eligible for?
Students can answer questions about their basic needs in the initial Jet Fuel Food Pantry Form, which will automatically consolidate their information with basic needs outreach sources.
CalFresh benefits are loaded onto this type of card, which works like a debit card at grocery stores.
EBT
The Red Card advises users to avoid doing this when approached by ICE.
Speak to ICE and/or allow entry
How can somebody best prepare to receive free immigration legal services through findyourally.com?
Download the online preparation guide on the first page of findyourally.com
How much does the Crisis Text Line cost to use?
$0. The Crisis Text Line is free to use.
How can a student receive a comprehensive review of their eligibility for basic needs resources?
Students can “open a case” with Basic Needs through an appointment with Margot or Shelly, where they will evaluate the student’s strengths, needs, and income to determine what basic needs resources the student is eligible for.
College students may qualify for CalFresh if they meet certain criteria, including participation in this federal work-study program.
Federal Work-Study
The PEARL Office provides Red Cards in these three languages
Chinese, Tagalog, and Vietnamese
How can somebody set up an appointment through findyourally.com?
Either use the appointment portal on the first page of findyourally.com for a virtual or on-campus appointment, or contact a legal representative from the college directly.
When is the Crisis Text Line available?
Students can access a crisis counselor 24/7.
What on-campus mental health resources are available to students?
Six counseling sessions from the Mental Health Office, Egg Chairs in the Veterans Center and Mental Health Office, and events hosted by the Mental Health Office (found on their Canvas shell).
Undocumented students may not qualify for CalFresh due to their citizenship status. What are safer alternatives to CalFresh that Miramar College offers?
The Jet Fuel Food Pantry (Mon & Tue 12:00pm-2:30pm, Wed & Thu 9:00am-2:30pm), and the Really Really Free Farmers Market (1st & 3rd Wed of every month, 9:00am-supplies last)
All people in the United States, regardless of immigration status, have certain rights and protections under the _______.
US Constitution
What specific legal services can findyourally.com be used for?
Recipients can schedule an appointment for general legal consultation, Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) renewals, naturalization/citizenship applications for current green card holders, advance parole, family-based petition consultation, Special Immigrant Juvenile Status (SIJS), or emergency and safety planning.
Where does the information shared with a crisis counselor go?
Other than mandatory reporting for emergencies, all information shared with a crisis counselor is 100% confidential.
Where may students in need acquire free clothing on campus?
The Jet Fuel Food Pantry Closet for general clothing, or the Career and Life Design Closet for professional clothing.
True or False: Students at Miramar College who live with their parents are automatically disqualified from receiving CalFresh benefits.
False. Living with parents does not automatically disqualify a student. Eligibility depends on income, household composition, and other factors.
This amendment protects against unreasonable searches and seizures
4th amendment
What services are NOT offered by findyourally.com?
Services not offered by findyourally.com include Removal Defense, asylum applications, student visas, and employment-based visas.
Who should take a Crisis Text Line card?
Ideally, all students should take a Crisis Text Line card. It’s meant for mental health emergencies, so either they or somebody they know may end up needing the resource without realizing it.
How can a student receive on-campus help with their CalFresh application?
A San Diego Food Bank CalFresh Specialist named Irma is available by appointment or walk-in at the Jet Fuel Food Pantry to help students apply for CalFresh during the 3rd Tuesday of every month. Students may also contact Margot or Shelly.