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Program services include rental assistance up to HUD Fair Market Rent allowance and case management. Can remain on program as long as eligibility requirements are met.

Homeless Case Manager Counties and Contact Information:

Lyn Carlen - Housing Coordinator 217-923-3113 ext. 274, cell 217-208-9175

Courtney Arnold - Cumberland and Edgar County Case Manager 217-921-5505 ext. 276; cell 217-549-1152

Alexa Nunez - Coles County Case Manager 217-961-0831 ext. 405, cell 217-549-1081

Honey Arnold - Coles and Douglas County Case Manager 217-961-0831 ext. 602, cell 217-549-2463

Greg Ridenhour - Coles County Case Manager 217-500-3120 ext. 585, cell 217-549-4122

Romana Rodriquez - Crawford, Lawrence, and Richland Counties Case Manager 618-395-5505 ext. 264, cell 217-508-8070

Provides short-term emergency type assistance to individuals lacking the resources to meet their basic needs. It is not intended to provide on-going, long-term aid to any individual and/or family. Funds cannot be used for any utility or rent deposits. Funds cannot be used to reconnect utilities once disconnected.

Offers housing stability-related services.

- Provides support, assistance, and resources to individuals and families who qualify and are facing instability or experiencing homelessness. (Availability of funding is not guaranteed.)

- May be able to provide rent assistance to eligible households. Other community agencies are present to help with or refer for additional needs. (Availability of funding is not guaranteed; help may only be available one time per household.)

- Utility assistance is available to those who have received a shut-off notice. (Availability of funding is not guaranteed; help may only be available one time per household.)

- Serves as a Coordinated Entry Access Point for those who are homeless and in need of shelter.

- Provides benefit applications for SNAP, Medicaid, and LIHEAP.

Offers assistance to low-income veterans who are facing eviction or homelessness. Services include financial support for rental arrears, security deposits, first month's rent, and utility deposit assistance to help establish housing stability. Furniture and household items are available for those in need. Veterans can also access utility bill payment plans to manage delinquent accounts and maintain essential services. For those requiring long-term support to remain in housing, the veterans supportive housing program provides additional assistance.

Offers rent and mortgage payment assistance for individuals with income experiencing a temporary crisis beyond their control.

Case management, client needs assessment, goal setting/plan development, and assistance to stabilize housing for individuals and families. Services vary and may include assistance with rent, utilities, rental and/or utility deposits, depending upon verification of need and progress being made on goals. Eligibility and re-certification requirements may vary by program.

Limited funding is available and only offered during certain times of the year.

Offers help with limited financial assistance (as funding allows) for basic needs such as rent, rent deposits, utilities, food, hygiene products, and more.

Clients must participate in ongoing case management.

Provides General Assistance for those who are ineligible for any other state or federal funding program.

Provides Emergency Assistance for rent to prevent eviction and disconnection of utilities.

Also provides:

- TRIAD Senior Program - Informational seminars for seniors focusing on reducing criminal victimization of older persons.

- Voter registration and early voting for Kane County residents.

- Household battery recycling.

- Notary Public services.

Handles the social services needs of county residents, including general assistance.