Rent Payment Assistance | WAUKEGAN TOWNSHIP (SHIELDS TOWNSHIP) - General Assistance
Offers monthly financial support for residents who cannot work or are seeking employment. Provides support for basic needs including rent, utilities, medical expenses, and food.
Services
Date of Last Formal Update
09/16/2025
Data provided by
Lake County 211
Physical Address
149 South Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085
Hours
Service Hours Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Application process
Call for appointment Documents Required: - GA application - Statement of Purpose Form - Declaration of Citizenship - Agency Release of Information Form - Physician's note stating individual cannot work due to medical condition/s
Fee
No fee
Eligibility
- Must be resident of Waukegan Township or Shields Township - Must have a medical condition that prevents individual from being able to work, or must be seeking employment - Must attend monthly workshops while enrolled in program
Languages
None
Service area
60086, IL
60079, IL
60088, IL
60064, IL
60045, IL
60087, IL
60085, IL
60044, IL
Agency info
WAUKEGAN TOWNSHIP SHIELDS TOWNSHIP
Government office that offers general services to residents of Waukegan Township and Shields Township.