MLRI: Overview of the TAFDC Program: Massachusetts Cash Assistance Program for Families
Basic Public Benefits Advocacy Trainings
- Product Number: 2240100P01
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Product Description
Product Description
Available in-person at MCLE's Conference Center and via live webcast.
This training is for legal services advocates, lawyers in private practice, social and health services workers, and community activists who want to learn about TAFDC (Transitional Aid to Families with Dependent Children)—the cash assistance program for families. The training provides an overview of program rules and eligibility, as well as information about recent policy and practice changes. The training will also cover applying for and keeping TAFDC benefits, and protections for specific populations including people with disabilities, people dealing with domestic violence, and people with limited English proficiency. In the afternoon, there will be breakout sessions on child care and noncitizen eligibility/public charge.
Materials include PowerPoints handouts and other resources. If the rules are no longer in flux because of COVID-19, an updated TAFDC Advocacy Guide: An Advocate’s Guide will also be provided. The 2022 edition is available free at https://www.masslegalservices.org/TAFDCAdvocacyGuide.
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Agenda
Agenda & Materials
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9:30am - 9:35am
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9:35am - 10:35am
Overview of the TAFDC Program
on demand video Add to CartLizbeth A. Ginsburg, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
Lisa Bradley, Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
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10:35am - 10:45am
Networking and Refreshment Break
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10:45am - 11:45am
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11:45am - 12:30pm
Lunch (on your own)
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12:30pm - 1:15pm
TAFDC- Practical Tips
on demand video Add to CartLizbeth A. Ginsburg, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
Lisa Bradley, Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
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1:15pm - 2:15pm
Overview of the TAFDC Program: Immigrant Eligibility
on demand video Add to CartNaomi A. Meyer, Esq., Greater Boston Legal Services , Boston
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2:15pm - 2:30pm
Overview of the TAFDC Program: Opportunities for Reform
on demand video Add to CartBetsy Gwin, Esq., MLRI , Boston
Please Note
MCLE webcasts are delivered completely online, underscoring their convenience and appeal. There are no published print materials. All written materials are available electronically only. They are posted 24 hours prior to the program and can be accessed, downloaded, or printed from your computer.
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