General Assistance
Rich Township General Assistance Program provides a monetary award to Rich Township residents of at least 18 years old who are unemployed or disabled, and who are not receiving any other form of income. College students are encouraged to apply. The recipient's income must not exceed $600 per month to be eligible. Those who receive the stipend must provide community service and/or pursue education and employment as directed by the office unless exempt due to a disability or medical issue.The Rich Township General Assistance Program provides Township residents aged 18-62 with financial assistance in the form of a monthly $475 stipend for utilities, shelter, and food. The General Assistance Department also is able to help with Social Security disability and TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) benefits for residents who are 18 years or older heading an independent household.
Date of Last Formal Update
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Location
22013 Governors Highway, Richton Park, IL 60471
Voice
Voice
Hours
Mon 9:00am - 4:00pm; Tue 9:00am - 4:00pm; Wed 9:00am - 4:00pm; Thu 9:00am - 4:00pm; Fri 9:00am - 4:00pm;
Application process
Call to schedule an appointment to be screened for eligibility or for additional information.
Eligibility
Restricted to Rich Township residents; Restricted to ages 18+; Must be either unemployed or disabled
Languages
English
Spanish
Service area
Country Club Hills, IL Flossmoor, IL Frankfort, IL Hazel Crest, IL Homewood, IL Matteson, IL Olympia Fields, IL Park Forest, IL Richton Park, IL Tinley Park, IL University Park, IL Frankfort, IL Park Forest, IL Tinley Park, IL University Park, IL
Agency info
Rich Township
Rich Township provides a variety of services for residents in need of assistance.