Temporary Assistance for needy Families (TANF) is a federal program that provides a monthly cash grant and medical care to families with children who have experienced a sudden drop in income due to the loss of a spouse or job. The amount of the monthly grant depends on the number of people in your family and any income or savings you have. Contact your local Adult & Family Services or Department of Human Resources Office located in the blue pages of your telephone book. Contact OFA (Office of Family Assistance), Administration for Children and Families, 370 L’Enfant Promenade S.W., Washington, DC 20447; {bjmcclure@acf.dhhs.gov}; {www.acf.dhhs.gov/programs/ofa/}.