Emergency Assistance | Elgin Township

Open to township residents; Eligibility is income-based based on family size, contact for more information

• Completed application (available online or can be picked up in person)
• Social Security cards for all persons listed on application
• Birth certificates for all person listed on the application under the age of 18

Photo ID for adults

• Proof of marriage/divorce
• Check stubs or proof of any income for past 30 days
• Lease/rental agreement for current place of residence
• Demand of payment from landlord (i.e., eviction, 5 day or 10 day notice, etc., if applying for Rental Assistance)
• Utility bills must be in Disconnect status if applying for utility assistance
• Verification from DHS, Social Security, or Unemployment if applicant has a case pending
• Verification from DHS, Social Security, or Unemployment of monthly amount if applicant is receiving benefits
• Proof of medical insurance required for children
• Most recent bank statement (checking, savings, credit union)
• Verification of income from child support, alimony or court ordered payments
• All other income not listed
• Call for information about other documentation that may be needed

Mon-Fri 8 am-4 pm

Call for appointment

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