Department of Transitional Assistance

The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) assists and empowers low-income individuals and families to meet their basic needs, improve their quality of life, and achieve long term economic self-sufficiency. DTA serves one in eight residents of the Commonwealth with direct economic assistance (cash benefits) and food assistance (SNAP benefits), as well as workforce training opportunities.

Key information about DTA

February SNAP Q & A

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DTA partners to better serve veterans

Free tax help for DTA clients

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Contact Us

Phone

DTA Assistance Line (877) 382-2363

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

Fax

DTA Document Processing Center (617) 887-8765

Who we serve

The Department of Transitional Assistance provides benefits to 1 out of every 8 people in Massachusetts. Those served by the Department include children, elders, and people with disabilities. Many of those who receive benefits from the Department work.

Top actions & services

SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps)

Economic assistance (cash benefits)

Employment and training resources for Department of Transitional Assistance clients

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About the Department of Transitional Assistance

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Department of Transitional Assistance research and reports

Department of Transitional Assistance program integrity

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Department of Transitional Assistance public records

Recent news & announcements from Department of Transitional Assistance

Press Statement

January 17, 2019 Update from the Department of Transitional Assistance on February SNAP Program Impact Due to Partial Federal Government Shutdown

1/17/2019 Department of Transitional Assistance

Press Release

Massachusetts Departments of Transitional Assistance and Veterans’ Services Partner to Reduce Food Insecurity Among Veterans

11/09/2018 Department of Transitional Assistance

The Department of Transitional Assistance and the Department of Veterans’ Services announced a joint commitment to reduce veterans’ food insecurity in Massachusetts over the next year.

Press Release

Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance Receives Excellence In Technology Award For DTA Connect Web Portal

9/12/2018 Department of Transitional Assistance

DTA Connect web portal delivers streamlined self-service features for clients
Press Release

Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance Receives Federal Bonus for Strong Performance in Program Accuracy and Quality Control in Administering the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

7/02/2018 Department of Transitional Assistance

United States Department of Agriculture Awards Bonus to DTA Three Years Running
Press Release

Baker-Polito Administration Opens First DTA Office Specifically for Seniors

6/14/2018 Office of Governor Charlie Baker and Lt. Governor Karyn Polito

Specially Trained Staff Help Older Adults Access Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program

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Upcoming Events from Department of Transitional Assistance

Brockton Advisory Board Meeting - February 26, 2019

60 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301

Tuesday, February 26, 2019

2 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Brockton Advisory Board Meeting - February 26, 2019
Brockton Advisory Board – Sub Committee on Recruitment Meeting - February 26, 2019

60 Main Street, Brockton, MA 02301

Tuesday, February 26, 2019

3 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.

Notice of Brockton TAO Sub-Committee on Recruitment Meeting - February 26, 2019

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