CalWORKs Policy - Department of Public Social Services

In addition, the EW must expedite the eligibility
determination if the emergency situation involves other
needs of importance to the family’s immediate health and
safety.
If the liquid resource is less than $100, can an IN
payment be issued?
Yes, if the applicant’s liquid resources are less than $100,
he/she is eligible to an IN payment unless:
• The emergency situation involves transportation,
the liquid resources must be less than the cost of
the emergency; or
• The emergency situation is pending eviction, the
liquid resources together with income must be less
than the rent owed.
What is a liquid resource?
Liquid resources are items of value (cash on hand,
uncashed checks, money orders, savings/checking
accounts) that can be converted to cash in time to meet
the family’s emergent need. A liquid resource does not
include cash surrender value of insurance policies, trust
funds, household items/furnishings, automobiles or real
property.
CW 40-129.2 – Eligibility
When does eligibility for IN exist?
IN exists when the applicant:
• Is apparently eligible for CalWORKs;
• Has an emergent need which cannot be met by the
issuance of food stamps, HA (homeless
assistance) or by a referral to a community
resource;
• Has less than $100 in liquid resources unless the
emergent need is for transportation or pending
eviction;
• Has complied all technical conditions of CalWORKs
(e.g.., UIB, DIB, Work Registration, etc.) and has
cooperated with the District Attorney.
• Has provided an SSN or provided proof of an SSN
application (unless there is good cause); and
• Has cooperated with the Child Support Services
Department (CSSD) requirements (unless there is
good cause).
LEADER determines IN eligibility and payment amount
when IN is indicated on the SAWS1 (LEADER generated),
Cover Sheet and Application for Cash Aid, Food Stamps
and Medi-Cal.