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Massachusetts Benefits – SNAP, Medicaid, Housing & Cash Help

🥗 SNAP (Food Stamps) – Massachusetts

📘 What Is SNAP?

 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. 

✅ Who Can Get SNAP?

 You may qualify if you:

  • Live in Massachusetts
     
  • Are a U.S. citizen or legal resident
     
  • Meet income and asset limits
     

📌 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

📝 How to Apply for SNAP in Massachusetts

 You can apply online, by phone, or in person.

🌐 Apply Online:

Visit the DTA Connect website:
🔗
www.DTAConnect.com

☎️ Apply by Phone:

Call the DTA Assistance Line:
📞 1-877-382-2363 (Mon–Fri, 8:15am–4:45pm)

🏢 Apply In Person:

Visit a local DTA office:
🔗
Find a DTA office

📄 What You’ll Need:

  • Proof of identity and Massachusetts address
     
  • Social Security numbers
     
  • Income information (pay stubs, SSI, etc.)
     
  • Rent/mortgage and utility costs

🏥 MassHealth (Medicaid) – Massachusetts

🧾 What Is MassHealth?

 

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.
 


✅ Who Can Get MassHealth?

 You may qualify if you:

  • Live in Massachusetts
     
  • Are a U.S. citizen or legal resident
     
  • Meet income and asset limits

 

📊 Monthly Income Limits – MassHealth (2025)
Gross monthly income before taxes:

  • 1 person – $1,732
     
  • 2 people – $2,351
     
  • 3 people – $2,970
     
  • 4 people – $3,588
     
  • 5 people – $4,207
     
  • 6 people – $4,826
     
  • Each additional person – +$619
     

✅ Note: Higher limits apply for pregnant individuals and children under 19.

📝 How to Apply for MassHealth

 You can apply online, by mail, or in person:

  1. Apply Online:
    Visit the official MassHealth website:
    👉
    https://www.mahealthconnector.org
     
  2. Create an account and fill out your application.
     
  3. Submit required documents, such as:
     
    • Proof of income
       
    • Identity documents
       
    • Social Security number (if available)
       

  1. Check your status and complete any phone or in-person interviews if needed.
     

📞 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 Housing in Massachusetts

🏡 What Is Section 8?

 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. 

✅ Who Can Qualify?

 You may qualify if you:

  • Live in Massachusetts
     
  • Are a U.S. citizen or legal non-citizen
     
  • Meet income guidelines
     
  • Pass background and rental history screening
     

Note: Priority is often given to seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children.

 

📊 Monthly Income Limits – Section 8 in Massachusetts (2025)

These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes):

Household Size – Max Monthly Income:

  • • 1 person – $2,750
     
  • • 2 people – $3,146
     
  • • 3 people – $3,542
     
  • • 4 people – $3,933
     
  • • 5 people – $4,250
     
  • • 6 people – $4,563
     
  • • Each additional person – +$350
     

✅ Actual limits may vary slightly by county or housing authority.

📝 How to Apply for Section 8 in Massachusetts

 You can apply online or through a local housing agency.

🌐 Apply Online:

Visit:
👉
www.massnahro.org

Click “Apply for Housing” and choose the waiting lists you want.

🏢 Apply Locally:

Contact your local housing authority to apply directly:
👉
Find your local housing agency

💵 TAFDC – Cash Assistance in Massachusetts

 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. 

✅ Who Can Get TAFDC?

 You may qualify if you:

  • Live in Massachusetts
     
  • Are pregnant or caring for a child under 18
     
  • Meet income and asset limits
     
  • Are a U.S. citizen or eligible immigrant
     

Families with children and pregnant people may qualify. Parents, relatives, or legal guardians can apply.

 

📊 Monthly Income Limits – SNAP in Massachusetts (2025)

These are gross monthly income limits (before taxes):

Household Size – Max Gross Monthly Income:

  • • 1 person – $1,580
     
  • • 2 people – $2,137
     
  • • 3 people – $2,694
     
  • • 4 people – $3,250
     
  • • 5 people – $3,807
     
  • • 6 people – $4,364
     
  • • ➕ Each additional person – add $557
     

✅ If you have seniors or people with disabilities in your home, higher limits may apply.

📝 How to Apply for TAFDC in Massachusetts

 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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