Rolling Start Inc. Blog

Power Outage? We Can Help You With Your Forms

We know how frustrating it can be when life throws unexpected curveballs your way. This recent wave of power outages is a perfect example—losing power means not only losing electricity but often, a lot of food that spoils in the fridge.

If you’re on CalFresh and your food was affected by a power outage, there’s good news: you may be eligible for a replacement of your benefits. And while the process can seem like a hassle, Rolling Start, Inc. is here to make it easier for you.

We understand that navigating these things can be overwhelming, especially if you need help filling out forms or making phone calls. That’s why we want to let you know that we are here to help. Whether it’s helping you complete the replacement request form or getting in touch with your county office, don’t hesitate to reach out to us. We’ll guide you through every step of the process, so you can focus on the things that really matter.

If you need any of our assistance give us a call so we can set you up with your Independent Living Specialist. We’re just a phone call away!

Check out the image below for all the details on how to request a replacement. To make it easier on you, we’ve created a link on our landing page to download the forms. Take care, and don’t let these setbacks get you down—we’ve got your back!

[ID: CalFresh Benefits Replacement Available for Families Impacted by Power Outages. Are you a CalFresh recipient whose food spoiled due to the power outages? You can request a replacement of your CalFresh Food benefits if your food spoiled due to a power outage. You have at least 10 days after the food was lost to request the replacement; an extension to 30 days may be available. Contact your local county office for help. How do I request a replacement of my CalFresh Food benefits? Contact your local county office. You will need to complete, sign, and turn in a 'CF 303' form to request a replacement. Include your contact information and a short description of how your food was lost. Include the time and date of the power outage. Won't my local county office be closed because of the power outages? We recommend calling your county office before visiting in person to make sure they are open. They may also be able to help you by phone. Call 1-877-847-3663 (FOOD). Come in/find an office at CalFreshFood.org - For other languages, or reasonable accommodations, find an office at CalFreshFood.org. For speech and/or hearing assistance call 711 Relay. Funded by USDA, an equal opportunity provider and employer. Followed by the Calfresh Logo and CDSS Logo]

We Hope You Had An Amazing Holiday Break

A Heartfelt Thank You and Excitement for the New Year!

We enjoyed the holidays with you and are incredibly grateful for the chance to celebrate the season together. Our Christmas celebrations were truly special! We had the pleasure of seeing many of you at our Victorville and San Bernardino Christmas parties, where laughter, joy, and connection filled the air. It was such a gift to be able to give presents to the children of our consumers and to share in the spirit of giving with everyone who attended. As we wrapped up the year, we reflected on how far we’ve come and how much we’ve accomplished as a community.

Looking ahead to 2025, we are filled with excitement for the opportunities and possibilities that await us. We remain deeply committed to supporting you—our consumers—in every way we can, and we are eager to continue providing the resources and services that make a meaningful difference in your lives. Your strength, resilience, and trust inspire us every day, and we can’t wait to be there for you in the new year. Together, we will face any challenges and celebrate all of the successes that come our way. Here’s to another year of growth, support, and building a brighter future together.

A picture of Santa in the San Bernardino Rolling Start office. He is smiling and sitting by a christmas tree.
A picture of Rolling Start Inc. Board members and Executive Director smiling and waving with Santa in the San Bernardino Rolling Start office by a Christmas Tree.

From Brain Injury to Wellness

Rolling Start Inc. presents…

A 10-session seminar that offers a unique opportunity for individuals with traumatic brain injuries in San Bernardino County to gain valuable skills and support for their recovery journey. The seminar series is designed to empower participants through practical, interactive sessions that cover essential topics like goal setting, building a strong support network, managing stress, healthy communication, advocacy, and more.

Each session is carefully structured to help individuals navigate the challenges of brain injury recovery and build confidence in their ability to lead independent, fulfilling lives. By the end of the series, participants will have the tools they need to advocate for themselves and stay on course with their long-term wellness goals.

Register Here

[ID: An image of x-ray charts with multiple x-rays of a patient's head on an illuminated wall with a doctor pointing at them during a diagnosis. The following text says, "Rolling Start Presents... From Brain Injury to Wellness. January 6, 2025 - February 6, 2025. An interactive workshop designed to support people with Traumatic Brain Injury within the Healthy Community Living (HCL) Program for people who want to set goals to support their overall quality of life and wellbeing. Workshop participants can: Identify what is meaningful then set quality of life goals around ways they want to make their lives better. Make progress toward the goals set by applying problem-solving skills and managing emotions like frustration & discouragement, and feelings that can get in the way of reaching goals. Discover tools and skills that can make goal achievement easier, like communicating effectively and finding important resources. Explore ways to improve their overall health by changing daily habits. Practice self-advocacy and systems advocacy to help make changes that can support them and others in living well. Questions? Contact: Natalia (909)890-9516" Followed by the Rolling Start Inc logo]
[ID: An x-ray image of a person with their hands to their head. Their brain is glowing red to symbolize brain trauma. Text follows, A Ten Session Interactive Seminar designed to support people with a Traumatic Brain Injury. Mondays & Thursdays: 4pm-5:30pm. Meetings held online via Zoom. Graduation will be in our office: Rolling Start, Inc. 1955 South Hunts Lane, Suite 101, San Bernardino, CA 92408. Go to our calendar to register: rollingstart.com/calendar" Followed by a chart with the following, "Session 1: Monday, Jan. 6th - Goal Setting. Session 2: Thursday, Jan. 9th - Building your Support Network. Session 3: Monday, Jan. 13th - Healthy Reactions/Managing Stress. Session 4: Thursday, Jan. 16th - Staying on Course. Session 5: Monday, Jan. 20th - Healthy Communication. Session 6: Thursday, Jan. 23rd - Seeking Information. Session 7: Monday, Jan. 27th - Eating Well. Session 8: Thursday, Jan. 30th - Physical Activity. Session 9: Monday, Feb. 3rd - Advocacy. Session 10: Thursday, Feb. 6th - Wrap-up/Graduation" Followed by the Rolling Start Inc. logo]

We Are Thankful!

A Special Thanks to Molina Healthcare, Feeding America, and Inland Empire Health Plan

On behalf of everyone at Rolling Start Inc., we would like to extend our heartfelt gratitude to our generous sponsors. Your support has made a tremendous difference in the lives of many families this Thanksgiving season. Thanks to your donations, we were able to provide essential food items from our pantry, ensuring that those in need have the means to prepare their own holiday meals. Your kindness helps create moments of joy and togetherness, and we are deeply thankful for your partnership in making this possible.

Meet one of our consumers

We’re happy to see our consumers receive the tools they need!

This is Earle, one of our consumers. Earle received a free iPad tablet through our partnership with the Department of Aging and Adult Services, Digital Connections. If you are in need of any assistive technology devices to help you live independently then please reach out to us and talk to one of our AT specialists.

A Rolling Start Inc consumer in a power wheelchair is smiling while holding his brand new iPad. His display screen is on and he shows it towards the camera.

Halloween Party Game Day

Halloween Party Game Day This Friday

Join us in our San Bernardino and Victorville offices for Halloween trivia, pizza, and candy! Wear your costumes and come hangout with us! Friday, November 1st at 2pm. Register on our calendar!