Cash Assistance (TANF)

Legal Resources

• Kincare Primer

  This primer provides information to families, headed by a relative who are not involved with CPS, about their rights and responsibilities. Content Detail

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  Texas Legal Services Center

• Lone Star Card -- Frequently Asked Questions

  Content Detail

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  Texas Health and Human Services Commission

• Maternal & Child Health (MCH)

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  Texas Department of State Health Services

• Services for Disabled Adults/Children and for Senior Citizens

  Read about services available to people with disabilities and to senior citizens. Includes contact information. Content Detail

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  Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services

• Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Frequently Asked Questions

  What is TANF, is my family eligible, and how do I apply? Content Detail

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  Texas Department of Human Services

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  Spanish / Español

• Your Texas Benefits

  This website offers you easy and secure online access to Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) benefits including Medicaid, Food Stamps, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Children's Health Insurance, and nursing home care and other services for people who are elderly or have disabilities. Content Detail

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  Texas Health and Human Services Commission

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  Spanish / Español

• Your Texas Benefits: Getting Started

  Application for food benefits (SNAP), TANF: Temporary Assistance for Needy Families, and Health Care (Medicaid and CHIP). Follow the instructions on the application. Content Detail

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  Spanish / Español