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Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA) | Cecil County Department of Social Services

170 East Main Street, Elkton, MD 21921

Eligibility
Cecil County families with dependent-age children.
Required documents
Photo Id, proof of residence and income.
Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm.
410-996-0100
Voice·

Main

Application process
Visit during service hours.
Service area
Cecil County, MD

Other Information

Special Populations

  • Families with Children
  • Justice Involvement

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Provides families with limited cash assistance to encourage independence.

Financial Assistance

More information:

  • Some participants are required to engage in work activities
  • Assistance is limited to 5 years of benefits in a lifetime

Last assured
10/09/2025
Providing organization
Cecil County Department of Social Services

Administers all the federally funded social service programs for the county.