By benefits we mean programs that can give a household cash or something like cash to meet its needs. These include programs that actually provide the equivalent of cash, sometimes called welfare programs, including Transititional Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Emergency Aid to Elders, the Disabled and Children (EAEDC), and Veteran's Benefits. Look under cash assistance to the left to get information about these programs. This section also includes information about the Food Stamp program which gives families benefits that can only be used to pay for food. Look under the food stamps link to the left for these articles. There is also a section of this site dealing with SSI and Social Security Disability benefits - these are covered under the disability section. Information about Medicaid, Medicare and other programs that pay for the costs of health care are discussed under the health topic. While tax season has just ended for this year, there are also a number of tax benefits for low wage workers that can add dollars to your paycheck and result in a big refund check at the end of the year. Check out the materials below to learn more about those.
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