Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
/ˈtɛmpəˌrɛri əˈsɪstəns fɔr ˈnidi ˈfæməliz/
Definitions
- (n.) A federal assistance program in the United States providing financial aid and services to low-income families to promote self-sufficiency.
The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program offers cash benefits to eligible families.
Forms
- temporary assistance for needy families
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Commentary
Commonly known by its acronym TANF, this program replaced earlier welfare initiatives and emphasizes time-limited benefits and work requirements.
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