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πŸ’΅ TANF Cash Assistance in Shawmut, Somerset, Maine β€” 2026

Eligibility, income limits, local offices and how to apply for Shawmut residents

Up to $900/moMax Benefit
1-800-333-4636Helpline
MEState
Varies by stateFPL Threshold
πŸ“Š 2026 Income Limits β€” Shawmut, Maine
Household SizeMonthly LimitAnnual Limit
1 person$1,632/mo$19,578/yr
2 people$2,215/mo$26,572/yr
3 people$2,798/mo$33,566/yr
4 people ← typical$3,482/mo$41,782/yr
5 people$4,065/mo$48,778/yr
6 people$4,648/mo$55,774/yr
7 people$5,231/mo$62,770/yr
8 people$5,814/mo$69,766/yr

Source: HHS Federal Poverty Guidelines 2026. Effective January 2026.

πŸ“ How to Apply β€” Shawmut, Maine
1
Check Eligibility
Income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4 in Shawmut: $3,482/month in 2026.
2
Apply Online β€” Fastest
Visit www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf β€” available 24/7.
3
Apply by Phone β€” 1-800-333-4636
Call Mon–Fri business hours for Shawmut residents.
4
Apply In-Person β€” Somerset Office
Visit offices near Shawmut. Walk-ins accepted.
πŸ“‹ Documents Required β€” Shawmut
  • Photo ID
  • Birth certificates for children
  • Proof of income
  • Social Security numbers
  • Proof of residency
❓ FAQs β€” TANF Cash Assistance in Shawmut
Who qualifies for TANF Cash Assistance in Shawmut, Maine?
Residents of Shawmut, Somerset, Maine with income at or below Varies by state. Family of 4: $3,482/month. Call 1-800-333-4636.
How to apply for TANF Cash Assistance in Shawmut?
Apply online at www.acf.hhs.gov/ofa/map/about-tanf, call 1-800-333-4636, or visit Somerset office.
Is there a TANF Cash Assistance office in Shawmut?
The nearest office is in Somerset. Visit office locator for exact address and hours.
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