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State Government Agencies/Departments | Illinois Department of Human Services
100 South Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62704
Eligibility
Must be a resident of Illinois; Specific requirements vary by program.
Required documents
Vary by program: Photo ID (driver's license, state ID)
Proof of household income (w-2 forms, tax return documents, bank statements).
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
To access this service, contact:
DHS Customer Assistance
800-843-6154
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Helpline
833-2FI-NDHE xLP
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Illinois Helpline
833-234-6343
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Illinois Helpline
630-328-1000
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Main
866-324-5553
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TTY
866-454-3571
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Illinois Home Assistance Fund
866-ILH-ELP1
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Illinois Home Assistance Fund
Websitehttps://www.dhs.state.il.us
Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
Call or visit during listed hours.
Fees
No fees.
Service area
IL
Administers State funded programs through local offices for medical, food, and cash assistance to qualified Illinois residents.
Date of Last Formal Update
08/26/2025
What's Here
Providing organization
Illinois Department of Human Services
Administers State funded programs through local offices for medical, food, and cash assistance to qualified Illinois residents.