PrintEAEDC is a cash benefit for disabled adults, caretakers, and some children who are not able to get TAFDC (welfare).
EAEDC is a state benefit. It is different from SSI, which is a federal benefit. You can not get both at the same time.
Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled, and Children (EAEDC)
Created January 26, 2006
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