Nevada TANF

Nevada TANF serves low-income families with children by providing temporary assistance and supportive services to help participants become self-sufficient.

Assistance can be defined as cash payments, vouchers and other benefits provided to meet a family’s basic needs such as food, shelter, clothing, etc.

Nevada offers five different types of TANF benefits based on a family’s specific situation. Two programs are considered assistance by federal definition and three are considered non-assistance programs. ¹

TANF NEON

The New Employees of Nevada (NEON) program, the state’s work program, is for needy families with work-eligible household members.

As a condition of eligibility, participants are required to create a Personal Responsibility Plan and comply with the required work-related activities.

Receipt of TANF NEON is, however, limited to 24 months only, with some exceptions for hardship cases.

TANF Child-Only

Under the Child Only program, children living with a relative, are provided cash assistance while adults in the household who are not eligible to work are not. There is no time limit associated with the receipt of TANF CHILD-ONLY.

Self Sufficiency Grant

Self-Sufficiency Grant (SSG) is a one-time lump-sum payment designed to help families with a temporary, non-recurring situation associated with employment.

Eligibility is directly aimed at families who are either starting a job and awaiting their first paycheck, or are on temporary leave from a job.

Temporary Assistance

Temporary Assistance (TA) is only available to families experiencing an unforeseen crisis situation such as a flood, earthquake, etc and is limited to no more than four months.

TANF Loan

This program provides eligible families a monthly cash payment to meet the family’s immediate basic needs only if they have a future source of income to pay off the loan. Time limits do apply.

Tribal TANF

Tribal TANF  is also available in Nevada but services are limited to members or descendants of the Washoe Tribe. The Native TANF program provides temporary aid and services to Native American families that are at risk of welfare dependency.

FAQ

How much cash assistance will I get in Nevada?

In Nevada, TANF benefits vary by household size, income, and available resources. A family of three with no income may receive up to $386 per month.

Do I qualify for TANF in Nevada?

To qualify for TANF in Nevada, you must meet the following eligibility requirements:

1. Be a U.S. citizen or a lawful permanent resident.
2. Be a resident of the state of Nevada.
3. Be unemployed or under employed for very low wages.
4. Be pregnant or have a child under age 19.
5. Have countable income within certain limits. ²

What is the income limit for TANF in Nevada?

Parents with children whose family income is below 75% of the state’s Need Standard, about $1,708 per month for a family of three, are eligible during the initial three months.

How do I apply for TANF in Nevada?

You may apply for TANF online through ACCESS Nevada  or in person at the nearest Division of Social Services district office. Upon receipt of your application, an interview will be set up to review your eligibility, either in person or over the phone.

Nevada Division of Social Services
Customer Service / TANF
(800) 992-0900

What documents do I need to apply for TANF in Nevada?

When you apply for TANF cash assistance in Nevada, you may be asked to provide all or some of the following documents:

• A valid photo ID
• Social Security numbers for the people applying (or proof that you have applied for them)
• Proof of residency (where you live), such as a lease or a utility bill
• Proof of U.S. citizenship or eligible immigration status
• Proof of your children’s identity and their relationship to you, such as birth certificates
• Proof of earned and unearned income for everyone in your household, such as pay stubs
• Proof of other resources, such as bank statements, if the state asks for them
• Proof of pregnancy, if you are applying while pregnant
• Information about the children’s other parent, such as a name and last known address, which states use for child support
• Any additional documents needed to verify your household’s situation

Each state sets its own rules, and what you need may depend on your situation. If you are not sure what to bring, contact Access Nevada (DWSS) at (800) 992-0900 and they can tell you exactly what your application requires.