Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency Notice

Courts are open but conducting most business over the phone and video over the internet. See COVID-19 and Court and Administrative Hearings
- If you need an emergency 209A restraining order or 258E harassment prevention order, see Asking the court for a restraining order or harassment prevention order during COVID-19
- Evictions and foreclosures are on hold! See COVID-19 and Housing
- Your landlord cannot lock you out or shut off your utilities, See Illegal Eviction
For other public services affected by COVID-19, see our novel coronavirus webpage.
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Welfare (TAFDC)

TAFDC stands for "Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children." It is cash benefits, also known as welfare. Families with children can get TAFDC if their income is low enough. TAFDC includes monthly cash payments, a yearly clothing allowance for each child, and payments for child care if the adult in the family is working or in an approved education and training program.