Home Services Program

Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides services to individuals with severe disabilities so they can remain in their homes and be as independent as possible. Customers may hire their own PAs to assist in their homes, based on the service plan they have jointly developed with their DRS rehabilitation counselor. Specialized services for people with HIV/AIDS and/or traumatic brain injuries (TBI) are also provided.

Date of Last Formal Update

03/29/2023

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Location

2753 West North Avenue, Chicago, IL 60647

Fax

(773) 292-4432

Voice

(888) 261-2824

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;

Application process

Use the online Rehabilitation Services Web Referral form for self-referrals or to refer someone else. Please contact a local office for more information.

Eligibility

* Restricted to individuals with severe disabilities * Must be below the age of 60 * Caters to individuals at risk of moving into a nursing home or other facility

Languages

English

Service area

IL, United States

Agency info

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.