Main navigation COUNTRY SEARCH MENU SUPPORTS AND SAFETY NET Empower vulnerable populations to succeed Breaking the cycle of poverty is hard. But we’re making important strides. By helping public support and safety net programs work together, we’re transforming lives by improving access to much-needed services and jobs Maximus Our Markets Supports and Safety Net ~$1 trillion is spent annually by federal, state and local governments 80+ federal programs support low-income households 40+ million individuals live in poverty Person-centered case management By taking into consideration each individual’s entire situation — including their needs, motivations and barriers — we’re able to help them create a pathway to their goals. We then connect them with the services and programs they need to succeed and become self-sufficient. Greater coordination of services When public, private, community and faith-based programs coordinate to serve people better, it increases buy-in from individuals. We help at every step, rethinking outdated rules and even realigning program missions. Flexible funding of programs We’ll help you consider new blended and braided funding models. These models can encompass partnerships with other programs and sectors, giving you more flexibility to achieve your goals. Coaching, Skills Building, and Employment Get people on the path to financial independence while spurring economic development in local communities. Unemployment Insurance Program Support LEARN MORE Child Support Make it easier for children to receive the financial support they’re entitled to by using our end-to-end services. Disability Benefits and Services Provide economic security through SSI/SSDI benefits assessment, plus greater independence through work opportunities. Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Ensure families in need get food-purchasing assistance so they have the nutrition so important to development. Child Welfare Help child welfare and protective services programs keep up with caseloads and better protect children. Health Programs Streamline processes for connecting families with Medicaid, CHIP and other government-sponsored programs. Consultancy and Advisory Services We’re a one-stop-solution for agencies looking to optimize program delivery, modernize systems and test new ideas. Innovative welfare-to-work approach succeeds in DC In Washington, D.C., our TANF program engages and empowers individuals, increasing their chances for long-term self-sufficiency. Our approach? Foster personal responsibility rather than force it. We do this by getting everyone from family to the community fully invested – and employing “wrap-around” case management that coordinates many support services, including job training, mentoring, mental health counseling and crisis management. As a result, we’ve been named “Top Performing Vendor” by the Department of Human Services. Learn More 81% job retention rate for 180 days and $13.73 average wage in 2018 CASE STUDY Better health outcomes for struggling citizens Contact an expert Footer menu Careers Our Insights Maximus Foundation Contract Vehicles Investor Relations Our Company Leadership Contact Us Footer social Twitter LinkedIn YouTube Footer cap Privacy Statement Terms of Use Human Rights Statement Employee Home Copyright (c) 2021 Maximus. All rights reserved.