Description

Aid to Families With Dependent Children (AFDC) is a federal assistance program in the United States designed to provide financial support to low-income families with children. The program aims to help families meet their basic needs and promote self-sufficiency.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that AFDC may be referred to by its acronym, which can vary regionally. It is essential to use the formal term 'Programa de Ayuda A Familias con Hijos Dependientes' in clinical settings to avoid confusion with colloquial terms. Be cautious of mixing it up with other financial assistance programs.

Example Sentences

EN: The Aid to Families With Dependent Children (AFDC) program has helped many families in need.

ES: El Programa de Ayuda A Familias con Hijos Dependientes ha ayudado a muchas familias necesitadas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing AFDC with other assistance programs; using informal or regional terms instead of the formal term; mispronouncing the acronym AFDC as a Spanish word.