1. Overview of CAPI 2011 CCWRO.ORG
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2. CAPI Legal Resources
California Welfare and Institutions Code § et.seq. -
DSS Regulations – Division 49 –
s/getinfo/pdf/16EAS.pdf
CAPI ACLs and ACINs - ces/default.htm
SSI laws, regulations and POMS –

3. More CAPI Resources
Policy Interpretations
CAPI forms

4. What is the Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI)?
CAPI provides cash assistance to immigrants who are either aged, blind or disabled and not eligible for SSI due to their immigration status.

5. Who is eligible for CAPI?
To be eligible for the Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants you must:
Be at least 65 years old, OR
Meet Social Security’s definition of disability or blindness

6. Who is eligible for CAPI?
Be a qualified alien or PRUCOL
Live in California
Have income and resources below SSI limits
Show proof that they have applied and been denied SSI

7. What are the disability eligibility requirements to receive CAPI?
Same as SSI
Can’t work for more than 12 months anywhere in the USA

8. How to Apply for CAPI You can apply at the local welfare office
Which office in the county?
County Consortia

9. What are the Resource Limits ?
$2,000 single/$3,000 for couple liquid resources
One car is exempt
The house you’re living in is exempt

10. How soon can I be eligible for benefits from CAPI?
CAPI is paid from the first of the month, following the month of application
Disabled CAPI benefits can take months or years to receive just like SSI
Meanwhile get GA/GR and Food Stamps

11. Can I qualify for CAPI while I am eligible for the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program?
No. You cannot get CAPI and SSI. CAPI is only for people not receiving SSI

12. Can I get Medi-Cal with CAPI?
Yes. If you are eligible for CAPI, you are eligible for Medi-Cal.

13. Can I get Food Stamps with CAPI?
Yes. Unlike SSI, you can get food stamps when you get CAPI.
CAPI benefits count income for the food stamp household

14. Does CAPI have annual redeterminations?
Yes. To stay enrolled in CAPI, you will need to continue to meet the income, asset and residency requirements. CAPI is redetermined every 12 months.

15. What is the difference between CAPI and the Supplemental Security Income (SSI) program?
$10 a month less that SSI for single persons and $20 for couples.

16. When will my sponsor and sponsor's spouse's income and resources not be considered when determining my eligibility for CAPI?
When the sponsor dies
Becomes disabled
The CAPI applicant/recipient is being abused by the sponsor
Can meet the requirements for indigence exception for those with a I-864
Applicant/recipient becomes disabled after entering the USA

17. How about Indingence Exception?
The indigence exception is available to persons who were sponsored with an I-864.
It is not available to persons sponsored with a I-134
The indigence exception form is the SOC 809
To be eligible the sponsored alien cannot be living with their sponsor and not able to meet their needs for food and shelter with the support they get from their sponsor

18. Do CAPI Recipients have to file for reconsideration then an appeal?
No. CAPI recipients receive welfare hearings and Aid Paid Pending just like welfare hearings
Fair Hearings like welfare hearings
W&IC § et.seq
EAS Division 22

19. What are the Overpayment Rules for CAPI
Overpayment rules are just like SSI. There is a overpayments waiver form – SOC 807 & 807A
To download the form go to:

20. Any questions contact CCWRO for assistance
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Any questions contact CCWRO for assistance