Definition

Number of cases and clients by age in Delaware's Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, snapshot as of November 15 of given year.

Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) is a cash assistance program for families in Delaware jointly administered by the Delaware Division of Social Services, Department of Labor, Department of Transportation and Economic Development Office. The program provides needy families and parents with the means needed to afford expenses, such as high energy bills and car repairs, maintain gainful employment and receive basic assistance. TANF also makes sure that children in low-income families get basic amenities, support and services they need to develop.

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Data Source

Delaware Heath and Social Service

Last Updated

2025-01