Economic assistance (cash benefits)

TAFDC and EAEDC are economic assistance (cash benefit) programs that help individuals and families explore opportunities, improve their finances, and reach their goals.

Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children (TAFDC) and Emergency Aid to the Elderly, Disabled and Children (EAEDC) are administered through the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA).

These benefits include:
• Case management to help you reach your goals
• Monthly cash payments to help you pay for
necessities like housing, utilities, and clothing
• Health insurance
• Education, training and employment
opportunities

Social

Contact Information

Phone

The DTA Assistance Line is open from 8:15 A.M. to 4:45 P.M.

Fax

DTA Document Processing Center (617) 887-8765

Locations

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