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 and March SNAP benefits Q&A

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DTA partners to better serve veterans

Benefit changes due to 2019 SSA COLA

Data, research, and reports from DTA

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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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DTA Connect mobile application and website

Additional support services for Department of Transitional Assistance clients

Department of Transitional Assistance seniors

Department of Transitional Assistance program integrity

About the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA)

Department of Transitional Assistance public records

Recent news & announcements from Department of Transitional Assistance

Press Release

First Lady Lauren Baker Joins Mass Cultural Council and Department of Transitional Assistance to Highlight Card to Culture Program at Boston Children’s Museum

2/27/2019 Department of Transitional Assistance

Program opens the doors to arts and cultural experiences by offering discounted admissions to low income children and families

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

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Upcoming Events from Department of Transitional Assistance

*CANCELLED Taunton Advisory Board Meeting - March 20, 2019

21 Spring Street , Taunton , MA 02780

Wednesday, March 20, 2019

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

This is a notice of cancellation of the open meeting notice for the Taunton Advisory Board Meeting that was to be held on March 20, 2019.
Holyoke Advisory Board Meeting - March 22, 2019 - *Note: Start time 8:00 AM*

72-100 Front Street, Holyoke, MA 01040

Friday, March 22, 2019

8 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

This is an open meeeting notice for the Holyoke Advisory Board Meeting to be held on March 22, 2019.

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