Oakland Children's Service Administration
Pontiac, MI
51111 Woodward Ave
Pontiac, MI 48342
Fax: 248-975-5550
Pontiac, MI TANF & Welfare Offices
Updated September 2026
Pontiac is the seat of Oakland County, one of the largest counties in the Detroit metro area.
How to Apply for TANF in Michigan
Step-by-step application instructions and what you'll need.
How Long Does TANF Take to Get Approved?
Typical approval timelines, and how to check where your application stands.
How Much Does TANF Pay? Benefit Amounts Explained
How your payment is calculated, and what it could look like for your household.
All 3 offices in Pontiac
Oakland MDHHS Office
Pontiac, MI
Central Admin Suite 4A 51111 Woodward Avenue
Pontiac, MI 48342
Fax: 248-975-4855
Oakland Pontiac Woodward District
Pontiac, MI
51111 Woodward Ave 5th Floor
Pontiac, MI 48342
Fax: 248-451-1783
Helpful Guides
TANF Income Limits by State
See each state's own income limit and maximum monthly benefit, side by side.
Learn more →TANF Eligibility & Frequently Asked Questions
Income limits, time limits, and work requirements, answered in plain language.
Learn more →Emergency & One-Time TANF Cash Assistance
Faster, one-time help for an urgent crisis like an eviction notice or shutoff bill.
Learn more →What Is TANF?
What the program covers, who runs it, and how it varies by state.
Learn more →How to Use Your TANF EBT Card
How to withdraw cash, avoid ATM fees, and what to do if your card is lost or stolen.
Learn more →TANF Work Requirements Explained
Hours, activities, exemptions, and how strictly states actually enforce this.
Learn more →TANF Kinship Care & Relative Caregiver Benefits
Child-only TANF grants for grandparents and relatives raising a child — and how they differ from a regular case.
Learn more →TANF vs. SNAP: Is TANF the Same as Food Stamps?
How the two programs differ, and whether you can get both.
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