TAFDC
TAFDC stands for "Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children." TAFDC is cash benefits (sometimes called welfare). Families with children and some pregnant people can get TAFDC if their income is low enough.
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Questions and answers about TAFDC
Learn more about this monthly cash benefit.
TAFDC Advocacy Guide
This handbook guides you through Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) rules and regulations for eligibility, benefits, applications, and proofs.
Understanding public charge
Most of the time, it is safe to get the benefits that you are eligible for without it affecting your immigration status. Learn more in this article.
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TAFDC and the immunization rule
Learn what information you have to show under the TAFDC immunization rules.
98. How do you apply for TAFDC?
You can apply for TAFDC online, by phone, or in person.
Cash and food assistance benefits for low-income Haitians
Many low-income nationals of Haiti and Cuba qualify for cash and food assistance and health care coverage. This article describes the benefits you can get, including if you’re a newly arrived Haitian. Special benefits rules apply for...
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Getting TAFDC after hitting the time limit
If your family is or was getting TAFDC cash benefits and you have hit your 24-month time limit, you may still be able to get benefits.
Grandparents and TAFDC
As a grandparent, you can sometimes get TAFDC benefits for a grandchild you are raising. Learn more.
SNAP and cash benefit eligibility by immigration status
This chart will tell you whether someone with your immigration status is eligible for TAFDC, EAEDC or SNAP in Massachusetts.
TAFDC and parents with disabilities
If you have a low income, have a disability and cannot work full-time, you may be able to get TAFDC for yourself and your children.
TAFDC and taking care of a disabled family member
If you have a disabled child who needs your care, there are special rules that can help your family.
TAFDC child support rules
Learn about the rules around child support when you are applying for TAFDC.
TAFDC for survivors of domestic violence
Learn more about TAFDC's special rules that help survivors of domestic violence.
TAFDC work rules
The TAFDC program has work rules. But you have the right to be excused from the work rules if you can not work due to health problems, domestic violence, pregnancy, or emergency situations.
Teen parents and TAFDC
Learn about TAFDC's special rules for parents under age 20.
The Learnfare rule
Under Learnfare, all of your children between the ages of 6 and 16 who receive TAFDC must be attending school or in home schooling. If your child has too many unexcused absences, you may lose your child's portion of the TAFDC grant. If you...
Your rights at DTA if you have a disability or illness
If you or a family member have a disability or illness, there are some special rules that can help you with your DTA benefits.