TN Dept of Human Services - Memphis - Main St Office - Families First/TANF

AKA:

TTS; Temporary Assistance to Needy Families

Description:

NOTE: AS OF 10/11/21, IN PERSON SERVICES ARE STILL BY APPOINTMENT ONLY DUE TO COVID-19. Provides monetary income to families with minor children. Under TANF, recipients must participate in Personal Responsibility Plan, including a commitment to training, life-skills classes (Fresh Start), and a job search. Benefits are time-limited, but certain groups (new mothers, persons with disabilities) are exempt from time limit and Personal Responsibility Plan.

Hours:

Mon - Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

Intake Process:

Call or visit local office.

Program Fees:

No Fee

Eligibility:

Applicants must be US citizens/legal aliens, reside in TN, have dependent children, and meet income guidelines based on federal poverty level. One can work and still be eligible for TANF. It is not necessary for fathers with work history to be absent from the home. Visit local office branch to receive application. Next-day appointments available. It can take about 45 days to process an TANF application.

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

October 10, 2021

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State