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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 nine residents of the Commonwealth with direct economic assistance (cash benefits) and food assistance (SNAP benefits), as well as workforce training opportunities.

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Phone

DTA Assistance Line (877) 382-2363

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

Online

DTA Office and Kiosk Locator

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Fax

DTA Document Processing Center (617) 887-8765

Who we serve

The Department of Transitional Assistance provides benefits to 1 out of every 9 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 food stamps) Economic assistance (cash benefits) Employment and training resources for Department of Transitional Assistance clients

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Recent news & announcements from Department of Transitional Assistance

Press Release

Baker-Polito Administration Launches New Initiative To Help Grandparents Caring For Grandchildren With Access To Early Education

5/08/2019 Department of Transitional Assistance

Program is a joint effort of the Department of Transitional Assistance, Department of Early Education and Care, and the Commission on the Status of Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

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Department of Transitional Assistance Honors Project Bread For Fighting Food Insecurity In Commonwealth

5/02/2019 Department of Transitional Assistance

The Massachusetts Department of Transitional Assistance has selected Project Bread, Inc. to receive an award for outstanding leadership and partnership in addressing food insecurity.

News

Department of Transitional Assistance Commissioner Jeff McCue Delivered Fiscal Year 2020 Budget Proposal

3/28/2019 Department of Transitional Assistance

Department of Transitional Assistance Commissioner Jeff McCue delivered fiscal year 2020 budget proposal on March 26, 2019.
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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
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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.
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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
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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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