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

200 Kent Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646

Eligibility
Charles County families with dependent-age children.
Required documents
Photo Id, proof of residence and income.
301-392-6400
Voice·

Main

800-332-6347
Voice·

Toll-Free

Application process
Call for details.
Service area
Charles 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
10/06/2025
Providing organization
Charles County Department of Social Services
Administers all the federally funded social service programs for the county.