The California Cash Assistance Program for Immigrants (CAPI) is a cash assistance program for non-citizens who are either aged, blind or disabled who do not qualify for SSI solely due to immigration status. 
 

CAPI provides a monthly cash benefit.  Eligibility to the program is re-determined every twelve (12) months. 
 

To be eligible for CAPI you must be at least 65 years of age or meet Social Security's definition of disability or blindness.  In addition, you must be either a Qualified non-citizen or Permanently Residing in the US under Color of Law (PRUCOL), a California resident, have income and property below the CAPI Limits and provide proof that you have applied for SSI and have been denied due to your immigration status

Applications for the CAPI Program can be made by phone, in person, by mail or email.

Applications for the CAPI Program can be made by phone, in person, by mail or email. For phone, in person, or mail applications, please see location information above. For email applications, please send application to [email protected].

If you are under the age of 65 years, then yes, you must meet Social Security's definitions of disability or blindness. 

If you are age 65 years or older, then no, there are no medical requirements because you are considered “aged”.
 

Yes, to be eligible for CAPI, you cannot have property worth more than $2,000 for an individual or $3,000 for a couple. CAPI does not count the value of the home that you live in, or the value of your car. 

If your CAPI application is approved, your eligibility will begin the month after you apply for benefits. 
 

No, to be eligible for CAPI, you must not be eligible for the SSI Program.  You may, however, be eligible for CAPI while your SSI application is being processed. 
 

Yes, you may be on CAPI and other programs such as Medi-Cal, CalFresh and In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS).  You will have to apply for the programs and complete the program's application process. 
 

To stay enrolled in CAPI, you will need to continue to meet the income, asset and residency requirements.  You will need to complete a re-determination process every twelve (12) months. 

The CAPI program is a state program for people who do not qualify for SSI/SSP due to their immigration status.  The SSI/SSP program is a federal and state program administered by the Social Security Administration. 
 

If you entered the US with the support of a sponsor, your sponsor's income and property may affect your eligibility for CAPI. Usually a sponsor, their income and property are considered when determining CAPI eligibility. The spouse of the sponsor's income and resources may also be considered in determining eligibility. 

To be eligible for CAPI, you must be either a Qualified Non-citizen or Permanently Residing in the US Under Color of Law (PRUCOL). 
 

Your spouse's income and property may affect your eligibility for the CAPI program. 

CAPI benefits are cash benefits that may be considered a "Public Charge".  If you have questions about "Public Charge" and the CAPI program, you may wish to consult an immigration attorney or other experts in Immigration. 
 
The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) is a national support center whose mission is protect and promote the rights and opportunities of low-income immigrants and their family members.  NILC staff specialize in immigration law, and the employment and public benefits rights of immigrants
The National Immigration Law Center (NILC) can be found on the internet at https://www.nilc.org/.
Or you can call the Los Angeles office at (213) 639-3900
 
The US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) provides immigration services and benefits.  The USCIS was formerly the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS). 
USCIS can be found on the internet at https://www.uscis.gov/.
Or you can call toll-free 1-800-375-5283 or 1-800-767-1833 (TDD for the deaf or hard of hearing)