TANF | ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (IDHS) - Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
2000 North Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087
To qualify for TANF, a person must: - Be pregnant or have a child under age 19 who lives with them. A child who is 18 must be a full-time high school student. A pregnant woman (and her husband, if he lives with her) may qualify for help, even if they don't have any other children. - Be a resident of Illinois - Be a U.S. citizen or meet certain immigration requirements - Develop a plan for becoming self-sufficient and follow it
Service Hours Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
IDHS Help Line
Primary Program Phone, Waukegan Office
TTY Waukegan Office
Spanish
Call or visit during program hours, or apply online at www.abe.illinois.gov/abe/access/ Documents Required: - Varies on an individual basis; contact for details
No fee
Lake County, IL
Provides temporary financial assistance for pregnant women and families with dependent child/children. Provides financial assistance to help pay for food, shelter, utilities, and expenses. Benefits are issued on an Illinois Link Card. Also offers screenings and referrals for substance use, mental health, and domestic violence. Offers transitional services for clients, including: - GED preparation - Postsecondary education - Vocational rehabilitation - Classes in basic English - Child care assistance - Work stipends - Job retention services A person who receives TANF may also be eligible for medical assistance and SNAP benefits.
07/24/2025
Lake County 211
ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
Government agency providing aide and resources to residents of Illinois.