Is it legal to use cash grant money from AFDC to purchase a car?
Q. someone we know went to her social worker and said she lost her job which was two months ago, already applied for AFDC. They told her she already had $2300.00 her her books and gave her $2000.00 which she then purchase a 90'ish mini van.
Asked by davden@sbcglobal.net - Wed Jul 26 12:14:10 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I would check with a lawyer
Answered by www.jelloshotz.com - Wed Jul 26 13:26:01 2006

Is there any way to get AFDC or something for my son when his dad has not paid childsupport?
Q. I was told that in order to get AFDC(aid for families with deoendant children) that I had to apply for all kids in the household,not just the one whos dad does not pay child support. I don't want to have any kind of welfare,but I need more money for my son. He is 13 and wants to get new clothes for middle school and play sports but that all costs money. I have 2 other children..not by same useless dad, but they have support. My son's dad has a case for social security and Child support can't do anything with my case until his case goes through. Why can't they put him in jail? He claims he does not make any money, he works and gets paid under the table so they have no idea. I heard that if his SS case goes through...he may not have to pay… [cont.]
Asked by tleigh517 - Sun May 28 18:25:48 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. call 1-800-supportkids to get the back pay you are owed...they are very suppotive and very proactive, and successful in retrieving back pay owed.
Answered by Wicked Girl - Sun May 28 18:27:46 2006

can you get the EITC if you only recieved AFDC last year?
Q. i legally separated from my husband in oct last year. i am unable to get to mississippi from cali to file joint with him so he can get 7000 back and we split it. i heard that if you recieved afdc last year you can get the EITC only. can i file married filing seperate and recieve just the eitc?
Asked by mocha - Thu Feb 12 23:31:45 2009 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

What was it about the conservative's value system that made them change AFDC to TANF?
Q. What changes to AFDC reflected a conservative or centrist view when TANF was initiated ?
Asked by The Ollie Mama - Mon Dec 10 14:02:54 2007 - - 3 Answers - 0 Comments

A. It was changed from an entitlement to an assistance program. What is it about the liberal value system that makes them believe it is permissible to steal the wealth of others by calling it a tax?
Answered by Return of Bite My Shiny Metal... - Mon Dec 10 14:15:36 2007

What is the difference between AFDC and TANF?
Q. What is the difference between AFDC and TANF?
Asked by VeriDiego - Wed May 20 16:37:34 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) no longer exists. It was replaced by the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program in the late 90s. That was Clinton's welfare reform. There are many differences. Most notably, eligibility requirements are MUCH more strict, and families can remain on the program for only a MAXIMUM of five years, lifetieme. You can get more info at
Answered by Pat - Wed May 20 16:44:04 2009

AFDC block grant--effect on neighboring states with differences?
Q. What might be the effect of having very different welfare programs in neighboring states be now that states are free to put forth welfare programs in whatever form they want? (This is with the AFDC having block grants from the 104th Congress.)
Asked by _ - Mon Sep 17 23:29:36 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. There won't be much effect. People don't usually move to a state just for it's welfare benefits. States with higher benefits often have higher costs of living so it all tends ot even out in terms of the absolute value of services provided. Poor people have very limited mobility.
Answered by Andrew O - Fri Sep 21 17:34:48 2007

can a teen that 18 years of age start receving government aid like afdc,.etc?
Q. she will be 18 years old in like 9 or 10 month, she don't have any kids so can she getting her own money
Asked by nikki f - Sat Jul 29 16:16:42 2006 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Why does she need welfare? Is she too lazy to go out and look for a job? I have two jobs and I don't want to be supporting some able-bodied teen-ager who thinks she's entitled to a government check every month. Tell her to join the military; at least then she'll be earning her government check.
Answered by Fully armed in the battle of wits - Sat Jul 29 16:20:33 2006

I am on AFDC with no other income. How likely am I to find an apartment with 2 bedrooms for my family of 4.?
Q. I am on AFDC with no other income. How likely am I to find an apartment with 2 bedrooms for my family of 4.?
Asked by APRIL D - Wed Nov 15 13:29:04 2006 - - 4 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Are there any organizations in your community who can help you? I wish you the best, sweetie.
Answered by shermynewstart - Wed Nov 15 13:38:15 2006

what else other than AFDC or now TANF would be concidered welfare?
Q. what else other than AFDC or now TANF would be concidered welfare?
Asked by Isabel - Wed Sep 16 20:41:48 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Food Stamps, Work First, Aid to the Disabled (state vs Social Security Disability), OAA (old age assistance), child care supplements, Medicaid. Some people also consider things like QMB (qualifying medical Benefits where the state helps pay Medicare premiums) as Welfare. In general if it is help that comes through the dept of social services it is considered welfare. The exception might be PUP funds and similar programs with other names intended to help a parent or guardian and a child who has been abused get into a safe living arrangement.
Answered by A F - Wed Sep 16 22:48:25 2009

can a sixteen year old still get a job even though she's on AFDC/TANF or medicare?
Q. i get medicaid i think for medical insurance.
Asked by Minaruu - Tue Aug 25 19:33:48 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. You are a minor. The benefits that you listed are for your parent. You can earn your own income.
Answered by hazzard - Tue Aug 25 19:39:27 2009

What are the strengths and weaknesses of TANF over AFDC?
Q. What are the strengths and weaknesses of TANF over AFDC?
Asked by mitch - Tue Nov 27 23:08:42 2007 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. im really good at lending a sympathetic ear to those who need help i have a problem saying "NO"
Answered by JJ - Thu Nov 29 01:34:45 2007

About the Aid to families with dependent children (AFDC) ?
Q. how does this "welfare program" connect wit the municipal gov and county gov? thanks 10 points
Asked by unknown - Thu Feb 5 23:23:59 2009 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

A. do your research
Answered by KJV study - Thu Feb 5 23:39:58 2009

Were you aware that in 1995, an estimated $1.13 billion in AFDC and food stamp benefits went to illegals?
Q. In fiscal year 1995, an estimated $1.13 billion $700 million under the AFDC(Aid to Families With Dependent Children) program and $430 million in Food Stamp benefits was provided to households in which either the head of household or his or her spouse was an illegal alien.These benefits were provided to illegal alien parents for the well-being of their U.S. citizen children.The payments represent about 3% of total AFDC benefit costs and about 2% of total Food Stamp benefit costs.Approximately 153,000 AFDC households with 300,000 citizen children and 224,000 Food Stamp households with 428,000 citizen children had an illegal alien as the head of household or spouse of the head of household. In many cases, these estimates reflect the same… [cont.]
Asked by Terry H - Tue May 22 17:22:56 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments

A. That's absolutely disgusting! Go to grassfire (dot) org/42/petition.asp and follow a link at the top left corner for petitions. Join the "Secure Our Borders" petition. Voice your opinion against rewarding illegals for breaking the law. Send everyone you know to this petition. I would put the exact link to the site here, but yahoo is blocking that. The idea of rewarding illegals who broke the law with a path to citizenship is ridiculous. Our government is a worthless disgrace.
Answered by borisovna7 - Tue May 22 17:29:17 2007

does any one know the four differences between TANFand AFDC welfare programs?
Q. does any one know the four differences between TANFand AFDC welfare programs?
Asked by dorsey - Wed Mar 7 20:57:12 2007 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

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Answered by screaming frenzy - Thu Mar 8 04:08:47 2007

if i get ssi and afdc can i get a business loan?
Q. if i get ssi and afdc can i get a business loan?
Asked by Sly25 - Thu Mar 27 13:03:43 2008 - - 1 Answers - 0 Comments

I've applied for s.s.i. and i have 3 kids. Do i qualify for afdc or tanf?
Q. I applied for social security benefits and can't work. I am having a really hard time keeping a roof over my kids heads. Somebody told me to apply for well fair but i'm not sure if i qualify because i think you have to be able to work to get benefits. I contacted my local dss and they won't tell me if i qualify or not without without me applying first.
Asked by mindf.ckin@ymail.com - Tue Mar 31 19:15:06 2009 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Are you disabled? That is how you would qualify for SSI - for food stamps and AFDC you can have little to no income to qualify. And for AFDC you can't be getting any child support for your children. If you need help then put in the application! That is what it is there for. If you are capable of working and just haven't found a job you can and should get help until you get back on your feet. If you are disabled and can not work then use the services.
Answered by betty boop - Tue Mar 31 19:23:56 2009

Are the United States close to becoming the worlds largest orphanage?
Q. For many kids, the government (not the parents) provides prenatal care, postnatal care, Headstart programs, school breakfasts, school lunches, after school programs, section-8 housing, AFDC income, WIC (milk, eggs and cheese), medical insurance, and grants for college. With the government doing so much, are these kids "defacto" orphans with biological adult roommates? Mr. Niceguy...like many of your sort...you don't answer the question. Don't worry, I understand why.
Asked by Yahoo Answer Angel - Tue Dec 11 16:21:33 2007 - - 5 Answers - 0 Comments

A. I believe that there are some people out there that need help and I do not want to deny them that but there are also those who are able to work and do more to support their family but chose not to because the alternative of the government doing it is easier. I just can't believe how times have changed. When I was growing up people were too proud to except charity - they just worked harder and went without some things. It seems that we are getting closer to a socialist government everyday. I guess I feel that if you make the choice to have children that you should be prepared to financially care for them and not continually rely on outside help. I understand that people fall on hard times and need help. That help should be short… [cont.]
Answered by Hockeyfan - Tue Dec 11 17:22:18 2007

Does the color of Obama's skin have anything to do with questions that insinuate that he will boost welfare?
Q. He hasn't proposed any such boost to AFDC or any other such welfare programs, yet I see tons of people running scared that he will rob from the rich and give to the poor. Obama has talked about efforts to reduce energy costs by eliminating tax cuts for the oil industry, as well as opening up higher education by increasing programs like AmeriCorps, but I wouldn't call those ideas welfare.
Asked by brickity hussein brack - Fri Jun 20 12:43:27 2008 - - 10 Answers - 0 Comments

A. No, the perception that he will boost welfare comes from being a Democrat. I would expect the same from Kerry, Edwards, Kennedy, Clinton, Pelosi, etc. Democrats love social programs and Republicans believe in earning what you get.
Answered by Veteran Voter - Fri Jun 20 12:46:59 2008

Who can i go to for emergency financial help?
Q. I am a single mother of two receiving ssi and afdc but very little childsupport. This month my son's medical lapsed and he was without insurance. My son broke his arm and i had to pay $650.00 in medical bills for next month n that is more then half my income and now i can't pay my rent does anybody know of any organizations who can help? Thanks
Asked by talia_brmfld - Mon May 22 17:23:36 2006 - - 7 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Go to modestneeds.org. They've helped me a few times with groceries and bills when my husband was injured. They are so awesome!
Answered by Icddppl - Mon May 22 17:28:27 2006

How much are AFDC Cash benefits and food stamps in L.A. for a mom and one child? Also how long does it take?
Q. I would also like to know how long it takes to receive the benefits. My unemployment will be exhausted in a few weeks and I need to plan ahead. Will they allow me to apply while I am still receiving unemployment? I have gone from making $60,000.00 a year to nothing. I plan to try to get AFDC and also get some training for the medical field. I appreciate any and all advice and information. Thanks so much. My daughter's dad is between jobs as well but he does try to help out as much as he can. He gives between $100-$200 a month for Child Support. I just had to cancel my little girls health insurance because it was $87 a month. They are sending me information on a low income program for her though. Thanks so much for caring. I… [cont.]
Asked by queenkeliqua - Tue Dec 2 16:14:20 2008 - - 2 Answers - 0 Comments

A. Dependent on how much you are receiving in unemployment you may or may not be eligible for cash as those income guidelines are fairly low. For food stamps again it is also dependent on how much you are receiving. But for AFDC they can take up to 45 days to grant/deny your case and for the food stamp program it can take up to 30 days.
Answered by Tiffy - Sun Dec 7 10:56:55 2008