General Relief | BENTON TOWNSHIP - General Assistance

Provides monthly financial assistance to help Township residents in need. Helps pay towards rent, utilities, or medical expenses. Provides temporary aide while individual finds a job or waits for benefits approval.

Date of Last Formal Update

08/06/2025

Data provided by

Lake County 211

Physical Address

40020 North Greenbay Road, Beach Park, IL 60099

Hours

Service Hours Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - Noon *Closed for lunch: Noon - 1:00 PM

Voice

847-746-2100

Primary Program Phone

Application process

Call to request application and schedule appointment Documents Required (varies on an individual basis): - Photo ID - Proof of income - Proof of address - Social security card

Fee

No fee

Eligibility

Must be a Benton Township resident

Languages

None

Service area

60099, IL
60087, IL
60083, IL
60096, IL

Agency info

BENTON TOWNSHIP

Provides general and emergency services to township residents.