Nebraska Aid to Dependent Children (ADC)
Nebraska Aid to Dependent Children (ADC) provides temporary cash assistance to Nebraska’s neediest families with children up to 18 years of age.
The benefit is intended to help meet essential living expenses, including housing, utilities, food, and clothing, and is limited to a maximum of 60 months over a family’s lifetime.
Most recipients who are not disabled or otherwise exempt are required to participate in Nebraska’s Employment First (EF) program 1 and complete at least 30 hours a week of designated work activities to remain eligible for assistance.
FAQ
Who qualifies for TANF in Nebraska?
To qualify for TANF in Nebraska, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:
- Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
- Be a resident of the state of Nebraska.
- Be unemployed or under employed for very low wages.
- Be pregnant or have a child under age 19.
- Have countable income within certain limits.
What is the income limit for TANF in Nebraska?
Based on the current Standard of Need (SON), a family in Nebraska is considered “needy” when their net monthly earned income is less than $1,003 for a family of three.
| Household Size | Income Limit |
|---|---|
| 1 | $683 |
| 2 | $843 |
| 3 | $1,003 |
| 4 | $1,663 |
| 5 | $1,323 |
| 6 | $1,483 |
| 7 | $1,643 |
| 8 | $1,803 |
How much do I get for ADC in Nebraska?
In Nebraska, the maximum monthly cash benefit for a family of three with no countable income is $552. Actual benefit amounts may be lower depending on the family’s earned income. 2
| Household Size | Payment |
|---|---|
| 1 | $346 |
| 2 | $464 |
| 3 | $552 |
| 4 | $640 |
| 5 | $728 |
| 6 | $816 |
| 7 | $904 |
| 8 | $992 |
In addition to cash aid, families receiving ADC may also qualify for Medicaid, child care and food assistance through SNAP.
Child care subsidy is available to the family if their income doesn’t exceed 185% of the federal poverty level. The family pays a portion of the child care costs based upon a sliding fee scale but not exceeding 20% of their income.
How do I apply for ADC in Nebraska?
Applications for cash assistance in Nebraska can now be made online through iServe Nebraska or in person at a local Public Assistance office near you. 3
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services
Economic Assistance Customer Service
(855) 632-7633
Footnotes
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Employment First (EF) program is Nebraska’s employment program tied to ADC that provides training, education, and employment-related activities. ↩
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Nebraska’s benefit level is tied to 55 percent of the state’s Standard of Need, which is adjusted biannually. ↩
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Locate a Public Assistance Office in your area. ↩