Financial Benefits

Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA)

Provision provides cash assistance to eligible children and their relative caregivers. Legal custody is not required.

• Apply in person at your Local Department of Social Services Office
• Apply online: https://mymdthink.maryland.gov/home/#/
• You may also file an application by mail, fax, or other electronic means or someone may drop an application off for you.
• Application for Assistance (PDF Form)
• Call 1 (800) 332-6347

Food Supplemental Program (FSP)

Food assistance based on income for the entire household.

• Apply online: https://mymdthink.maryland.gov/home/#/
• Income Guidelines for FSP

Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS)

Provision provides financial assistance with child care costs to  eligible Maryland families. Caregivers may qualify for a child care subsidy if they meet income and program requirements.

• Apply online: Child Care Scholarship Program (CCS) Website
• Child Care Subsidy Application (PDF Form)

Social Security Benefits

If the parent(s) of the child in your care is/are deceased or disabled, the child may be eligible for Survivor Benefits or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). You must apply directly with the Social Security Administration.

• Go to http://www.socialsecurity.gov/
• Call 1 (800) 772-1213

Apply in person Social Security Office Locator