Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA)

The Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA) program provides cash assistance, Medi-Cal, and CalFresh to refugees. RCA is available for up to 12 months from date of admission to the U.S. in qualifying status, date of final grant of asylum or date of certification by the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR) as Victim of Trafficking.

Who is Considered a Refugee?

The following U.S. Citizenship and Immigration (USCIS) classifications are all considered refugees for the purpose of RCA:

  • Refugees
  • Asylees
  • Cuban and Haitian Entrants
  • Amerasians from Vietnam
  • Certified Human Trafficking Victims
  • Victims of Human Trafficking, Domestic Violence, and Other Serious Crimes
  • Afghan and Iraqi Special Immigrant Visa holders

Applying for RCA

You may apply for RCA electronically at www.BenefitsCal.com (select cash aid) or by completing a paper application and submitting the application:

In Person 

Tuolumne County Department of Social Services located at:

20075 Cedar Road N.
Sonora, CA 95370

Mail

Mail your application to:

Department of Social Services
20075 Cedar Road N.
Sonora, CA 95370

Fax

Fax your application to 209-533-5714

Apply by Phone

You can apply over the phone by calling 209-533-5711