The Temporary Cash Assistance Program (TCA) provides monthly assistance payments to families with children and to pregnant women.
Who is eligible?
TCA is available to families with children up to 19 years old if they are attending school and to childless pregnant women in their last month of pregnancy or in their last trimester if restricted from work activities. To receive TCA assistance payments, household income (net of adjustments) must be below the level of benefits provided. One of these criteria is that the first $200 of monthly earned income and half of the remainder of this income is disregarded. There is also a resources limitation of $2,000. Citizens and qualified non-citizens who reside in Florida may apply for TCA assistance. There are time limits for receiving TCA cash assistance payments, but payment extensions are available.
What benefits are provided?
TCA provides monthly cash assistance payments to individuals based upon household size, the amount of shelter costs, other available income, and other factors. The maximum monthly benefit amount for households is approximately $241 for a household of two and approximately $62 for each additional household member.
How do I apply?
You may apply for TCA through your local office of the Florida Department of Children and Families or online at www.myflorida.com/accessflorida. Applications for TCA can also be treated as applications for Medicaid and food stamps. For more information, call 1-866-762-2237.
