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 seven 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
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 7 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.
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What would you like to do?
Apply for Benefits
Pandemic EBT (P-EBT)
Data and Research
DTA Public Records
DTA Program Integrity
Other Help for Residents