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Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program - Illinois Department of Human Services - Family Community Resource Centers - Roseland

11203 South Ellis Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628

Eligibility

The program is for persons who are aged, blind, or disabled and who need money. A person may be eligible for AABD if they:- Receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or are ineligible for SSI due to income or are ineligible for SSI due to expiration of federal time limit on assistance to certain immigrants who have not yet become U.S. citizens- Are a U.S. citizen or meet certain requirements for noncitizens- Live in Illinois- Are 65 years or older, blind, or disabled

Hours

Mon 8:30am - 5:00pm Tue 8:30am - 5:00pm Wed 8:30am - 5:00pm Thu 8:30am - 5:00pm Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm The IDHS Help Line is available Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm. Hours for in-person Family Community Resource Centers vary by location, please check individual site hours of operation.

Languages

Spanish, English

Application process

Visit the Apply for SNAP, Cash, Medical Assistance webpage to apply for AABD benefits. Contact the IDHS Customer Help Line for further assistance.

Fees

Free

Service area

IL

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) administers the Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) program which provides cash assistance to elderly and disabled residents of Illinois.

Date of Last Formal Update

03/24/2023

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

Illinois Department of Human Services

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides Illinois residents with streamlined access to integrated services, especially those who are striving to move from welfare to work and economic independence, and others who face multiple challenges to self-sufficiency.