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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

Payment Options

  • Free or no-cost care

Special Populations

  • Families with Children
  • Justice Involvement

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.