CT Department of Social Services - Hartford Office (TFA/TANF)

CT Department of Social Services

Accepting clients
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Languages: Arabic, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Italian, Pashto, Polish, Portuguese, Russian, Vietnamese, ASL

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About

Temporary Family Assistance (TFA) provides cash aid to families with children to help pay for basic needs while in school, job training, or during hardship. Also processes SNAP, Medicaid, and other benefits.

Directions by bus

Saves the name, phone, address, and hours into your phone’s contacts. No text message needed.

Location

25 Sigourney Street
Hartford, CT 06106

Hours

Mon-Fri 8am-5pm

Website

portal.ct.gov/dss

How to Get Help

Apply online at connect. ct. gov, by phone at 1-855-626-6632, or visit the office.

Who Can Get Help

  • Serves: Families With Children
  • Income limit: 55% of Federal Poverty Level

Before you go

  • Bring ID, proof of income, benefit notices, and bills related to the help you need.
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