General Relief | VERNON TOWNSHIP - General Assistance
Provides monthly financial aid for township residents in need. Helps pay towards rent, utilities, or medical expenses. Intended for individuals who meet one of the following criteria: - Cannot work due to medical condition - Experiencing income or job loss due to circumstances outside of their control. Must be actively seeking employment. - Have applied for government assistance and are waiting for approval
Services
Date of Last Formal Update
12/09/2024
Data provided by
Lake County 211
Physical Address
3050 North Main Street, Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
Hours
Service Hours Monday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Thursday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM Friday: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
Voice
Application process
Call to apply Documents required: - Birth Certificates/Proof of Citizenship - Lease, most recent rent receipt, or mortgage statement - Social Security Cards for all members in the household - Photo ID - Proof of Income - Employer letter verifying employment - Documents on benefits client is receiving - Bank statements - Proof of marriage, divorce documents, or proof of separation - Copy of most recent tax return - Letter of acceptance or denial from other agencies - Proof of emergency - Disconnection or eviction notice - Written verification that client is receiving or have applied for food stamps, TANF, medical card, unemployment benefits, SS/SSD/SSI, and child support
Eligibility
- Must be Vernon Township resident - Must meet income requirements set by the Township Supervisor - Must have applied for all government assistance programs - Must be able provide proof of hardship
Languages
Spanish
Service area
Buffalo Grove, IL Vernon Hills (Indian Creek), IL Vernon Hills, IL Mundelein, IL Mundelein (Long Grove), IL Deerfield (Riverwoods), IL 60069, IL 60069, IL
Agency info
VERNON TOWNSHIP
Township that offers services to residents Township boundaries do not follow municipal or zip code boundaries. Verify the Township residency of clients prior to contacting the Township for services. Click the link below and enter the addresses of the clients in the magnifying glass: https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/MyGovernmentServices/