The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) in Massachusetts helps low-income individuals and families buy groceries. SNAP is managed by the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) and provides funds each month through an EBT card, which works like a debit card.
You may qualify if you:
📌 You can apply even if you have a job or receive other benefits.
Households with seniors, children, or people with disabilities may qualify with higher income and fewer requirements.
📋 Monthly Income Limits – SNAP in Massachusetts (2025)
These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes):
Household Size – Max Gross Monthly Income:
• 1 person – $2,430
• 2 people – $3,287
• 3 people – $4,143
• 4 people – $5,000
• 5 people – $5,857
• 6 people – $6,713
• Each additional person – + $857
You can apply online, by phone, or in person.
Visit the DTA Connect website:
🔗 www.DTAConnect.com
Call the DTA Assistance Line:
📞 1-877-382-2363 (Mon–Fri, 8:15am–4:45pm)
Visit a local DTA office:
🔗 Find a DTA office
MassHealth is Massachusetts’ Medicaid program. It provides free or low-cost health insurance to low-income
MassHealth covers doctor visits, hospital care, prescriptions, mental health services, and more.
You may qualify if you:
📊 Monthly Income Limits – MassHealth (2025)
Gross monthly income before taxes:
✅ Note: Higher limits apply for pregnant individuals and children under 19.
You can apply online, by mail, or in person:
📞 Need help?
Call MassHealth Customer Service: 1-800-841-2900
✅ You’ll get a notice in the mail if approved, with a health plan and coverage start date.
Section 8, also called the Housing Choice Voucher Program, helps low-income individuals and families in Massachusetts pay for safe, decent housing. You find a rental, and the program pays part of the rent directly to your landlord. You pay a portion based on your income.
You may qualify if you:
Note: Priority is often given to seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children.
These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes):
Household Size – Max Monthly Income:
✅ Actual limits may vary slightly by county or housing authority.
You can apply online or through a local housing agency.
Visit:
👉 www.massnahro.org
Click “Apply for Housing” and choose the waiting lists you want.
Contact your local housing authority to apply directly:
👉 Find your local housing agency
TAFDC (Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children) is Massachusetts’ version of the federal TANF program. It offers monthly cash payments, job support, and referrals to other benefits for eligible low-income families with children.
You may qualify if you:
Families with children and pregnant people may qualify. Parents, relatives, or legal guardians can apply.
These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes):
Household Size – Max Gross Monthly Income:
✅ If you have seniors or people with disabilities in your home, higher limits may apply.
You can apply online, by phone, or in person.
📍 Apply Online:
Visit DTAConnect.com
📞 Apply by Phone:
Call the DTA Assistance Line: 1-877-382-2363
(Monday–Friday, 8:15 a.m.–4:45 p.m.)
🏢 Apply In Person:
Visit your local DTA office or find a DTA location here
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