When financial emergencies or life transitions occur, our cash benefit programs provide a temporary financial safety net. Here, you will find information regarding Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), State Family Assistance (SFA), and WorkFirst career resources. We also offer specialized aid, including Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) cash assistance, Pregnant Women Assistance (PWA), Refugee Cash Assistance (RCA), and Diversion Cash Assistance.
Provides temporary, monthly cash to eligible families. Families must include a pregnant person or minor child. Some families are required to participate in the WorkFirst program,
Provides cash assistance and a referral to the HEN program. This program is offered to eligible low-income individuals who are age 65 or older, blind, or determined likely to meet
Provides cash assistance to eligible refugees and other humanitarian immigrants for up to 12 months. RCA is for eligible people who do not have minor children.
PWA is a state-funded program that provides women who are low-income and pregnant and who are not eligible for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families or State Family Assistance
As part of Temporary Assistance for Needy Families and State Family Assistance, provides cash assistance for eligible children who are in the care of a relative or other caregiver.
Provides an alternative form of cash assistance for eligible families who have a short-term need and don't want to receive ongoing monthly assistance.