TANF Cash Assistance

CT Department of Social Services

Accepting clients
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About This Resource

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) provides monthly cash assistance for families with children.

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Location

789 Howard Avenue
New Haven, CT 06519

Hours

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Website

portal.ct.gov/DSS

How to Get Help

Apply at your local DSS office or online.

Who Can Get Help

  • •Serves: Have children under 18
  • •Income limit: 100% of Federal Poverty Level

Before you go

  • •Bring ID, proof of income, proof of address, and any benefit notices.
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