How does DTA count income for TAFDC?
DTA counts income using a monthly average calculation of 4 and 1/3 weeks for each month. In some cases, we count the income of a person in your household, even if that person is not getting benefits.
The child only grant is a financial support for grandparents and other relatives caring for children who are not their own. You can receive this support regardless of your income and you do not have to get involved with child support.
What deductions can I claim for TAFDC?
Some deductions for TAFDC are:
- 100% Earned income Disregard from earnings: We will not count any of your earned income for 6 months in figuring the amount of your grant as long as your total family income is not over 200% of the Federal Poverty level and you have not previously used all 6 months of this disregard.
- $200 Work-Related Expense: Household deduction for each eligible household member with earned income. A flat amount regardless of how much your work expenses are, for households not eligible for the 100% Earned Income Disregard.
- 50% Earned Income Disregards from earnings: for households not eligible for the 100% Earned Income Disregard, we will not count 50% of your earned income, if you had received benefits within four months before you apply.
- Deduction Dependent Care Expenses: Cost for care for a disabled person or a child due to work. The deduction amount is based on the age of the dependent and the number of hours you work when you do not have a childcare voucher.
What housing types can I claim for TAFDC?
Housing is either public or private. If you live in private housing, you will get an extra $40 per month. This is called a “rent allowance.”
What are the steps in the TAFDC calculation?
SAMPLE CLIENT SCENARIO:Household of 4: father and his three minor children Received TAFDC in the past, used all of his 100% Earned Income Disregard and received TAFDC three months ago. Monthly gross income: Employment: $500/mo. and RSDI: $273/mo. Type of Housing: rent: $230/mo. in public housing |
