Allegany County Department of Social Services, Temporary Disability Assistance Program
www.maryland.gov
Resource Details
Alternate Name Allegany County DSS, TDAP
Description CASH ASSISTANCE: Provides a monthly cash benefit to disabled adults who have no minor children in the home.  Benefits are accessed through the Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) system, which is similar to using a bankcard or ATM card.  
Defined coverage areas:
Maryland - Allegany County
 
Hours of operation:
Mon: 8AM 4:30PM
Tue: 8AM 4:30PM
Wed: 8AM 4:30PM
Thu: 8AM 4:30PM
Fri: 8AM 4:30PM
Disabilities Access ADA compliant
Program
Eligibility Applicants must be disabled and have no children under 18 living with them. A doctor must complete a medical form stating the applicant cannot work for at least three months. Applicants with long-term conditions must apply for other benefits such as Social Security Disability Income (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI). If the applicant has a substance use problem a payee must handle his/her Temporary Disability benefit.
Languages Offered Accommodations possible.
Program Fees None.
Application Process An application and interview must be completed to determine eligibility. Applications are taken online @ mymdthink.maryland.gov or on a walk-in basis Monday thru Friday from 8AM-4PM each workday. Internet applications may be filed at www.mydhr.net. A follow-up interview is required.
Documents Required Proof of identity; Proof of residency; Proof of disability; Social Security number; Proof of earned and unearned income for the past four weeks; Proof of shelter and utility costs; Proof of any cash and non-cash assets; Proof of child support payments made.
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Allegany County Department of Social Services, Social Services to Adults
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Child Protective Services
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Child Support Administration
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Emergency Assistance to Families with Children
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Foster Care for Children
Allegany County Department of Social Services, In-Home Aide Services
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Medical Assistance
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Adult Protective Services
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Family Preservation Services
Allegany County Department of Social Services, Office of Home Energy Programs


Contact Information
Toll Free Number 800-332-6347
Fax Number 301-784-7233
Main 301-784-7000
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Sites offering this Program 1 Frederick Street