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.
Hours
Monday-Friday 8am-4pm.
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
- Justice Involvement
- Families with Children
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.