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Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)

A federal program that provides grants to states to help low-income families achieve self-sufficiency, often through financial aid, job training, and childcare assistance.

Block Grant

A grant from the federal government that states can use for a wide range of programs within a broad area, giving them more flexibility than traditional grants.

Administrative Expenses

Costs associated with managing and operating a program, such as salaries for program administrators, office supplies, rent, and overhead, rather than direct aid or services to recipients.

Case Management

Services that help individuals identify needs, develop plans, and access resources to achieve specific goals, such as finding employment or improving their life situation.

Individual Responsibility Plan

A personalized plan developed for individuals receiving welfare benefits, outlining steps they must take to achieve self-sufficiency, often including work requirements or training.

Social Security Act

A landmark law enacted in 1935 that established a system of social insurance programs in the United States, including old-age benefits, unemployment insurance, and aid to dependent children (which evolved into TANF).