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Riverside Township General Assistance program is available to provide temporary, financial support for Township residents in need who are looking for jobs, but do not qualify for, or are waiting for a decision on unemployment, disability, or other government programs.
Riverside Township General Assistance program is available to provide temporary, financial support for Township residents in need who are looking for jobs, but do not qualify for, or are waiting for a decision on unemployment, disability, or other government programs.
Services
General Relief Applications
Limited financial assistance for single adults without a current source of income.
Limited financial assistance for single adults without a current source of income.
Financial assistance for individuals or families in need of food, shelter and emergency relief.
Financial assistance for individuals or families in need of food, shelter and emergency relief.
Services
General Relief
Local unit of government providing services to residents. Services include Financial Assistance and Emergency Basic Need Assistance. Also offers Senior Citizen Bus Services.
Local unit of government providing services to residents. Services include Financial Assistance and Emergency Basic Need Assistance. Also offers Senior Citizen Bus Services.
Services
General Relief
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.
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.
Provides assistance with food, utility bills, rent, medical bills and other immediate needs. Relief is given for those in need of aid and addresses its causes by offering person-to-person service to those in need.
Provides assistance with food, utility bills, rent, medical bills and other immediate needs. Relief is given for those in need of aid and addresses its causes by offering person-to-person service to those in need.
Provides assistance with food, utility bills, rent, medical bills, and other immediate needs. Relief is given for those in need of aid and addresses its causes by offering person-to-person service to those in need.
Township boundaries do not follow municipal or zip code boundaries. Verify residency in this Township prior to contacting the Township for services by clicking this link and entering the address of the individual in need in the magnifying glass: https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/MyGovernmentServices/.
Provides assistance with food, utility bills, rent, medical bills, and other immediate needs. Relief is given for those in need of aid and addresses its causes by offering person-to-person service to those in need.
Township boundaries do not follow municipal or zip code boundaries. Verify residency in this Township prior to contacting the Township for services by clicking this link and entering the address of the individual in need in the magnifying glass: https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/MyGovernmentServices/.
Provides assistance with food, utility bills, rent, medical bills and other immediate needs. Relief is given for those in need of aid and addresses its causes by offering person-to-person service to those in need.
Township boundaries do not follow municipal or zip code boundaries. Verify residency in this Township prior to contacting the Township for services by clicking this link and entering the address of the individual in need in the magnifying glass: https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/MyGovernmentServices/
Provides assistance with food, utility bills, rent, medical bills and other immediate needs. Relief is given for those in need of aid and addresses its causes by offering person-to-person service to those in need.
Township boundaries do not follow municipal or zip code boundaries. Verify residency in this Township prior to contacting the Township for services by clicking this link and entering the address of the individual in need in the magnifying glass: https://maps.lakecountyil.gov/MyGovernmentServices/
Provides monthly financial assistance to help Township residents in need. Helps pay towards rent/mortgage, utilities, or medical expenses. Provides temporary aide while individual finds a job or waits for benefits approval.
Provides monthly financial assistance to help Township residents in need. Helps pay towards rent/mortgage, utilities, or medical expenses. Provides temporary aide while individual finds a job or waits for benefits approval.
Offers one-time financial aid to help township residents prevent eviction or utility disconnection.
Offers one-time financial aid to help township residents prevent eviction or utility disconnection.
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General Relief
Provides financial support to grocery workers up to $250 (disbursed as cash cards). Program runs through August 2030. Grocery workers and their families can also receive help through the 211 network.
Provides financial support to grocery workers up to $250 (disbursed as cash cards). Program runs through August 2030. Grocery workers and their families can also receive help through the 211 network.
General Assistance
Provides temporary financial support to help township residents pay overdue rent and utilities. Also covers the cost of car repairs if the individual is employed. Aid is provided short-term while resident finds employment or waits for disability decision.
Emergency Assistance
Offers one-time financial aid to help township residents prevent eviction or utility disconnection.
General Assistance
Provides temporary financial support to help township residents pay overdue rent and utilities. Also covers the cost of car repairs if the individual is employed. Aid is provided short-term while resident finds employment or waits for disability decision.
Emergency Assistance
Offers one-time financial aid to help township residents prevent eviction or utility disconnection.
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
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
Provides cash assistance and medical assistance to persons who are aged, blind or disabled.
Provides cash assistance and medical assistance to persons who are aged, blind or disabled.
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General Relief
Provides cash assistance and medical assistance to persons who are aged, blind or disabled.
Provides cash assistance and medical assistance to persons who are aged, blind or disabled.
Oak Park Township General Assistance is a locally administered program that provides financial assistance to eligible Oak Park residents in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Services guidelines, and offers referrals and information regarding eligibility for other assistance-type programs.
Oak Park Township General Assistance is a locally administered program that provides financial assistance to eligible Oak Park residents in accordance with the Illinois Department of Human Services guidelines, and offers referrals and information regarding eligibility for other assistance-type programs.
Services
General Relief Applications
Thornton Township's General Assistance Social Worker provides support to individuals applying for Social Security Benefits and Public Aid, particularly those facing literacy and other challenges. Additionally, they assist in relocating homeless and abused individuals to safe and stable shelters, make appropriate referrals for clients dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues, and offer guidance in completing complex forms and applications. Lastly, the social worker collaborates with the Salvation Army to assist individuals who may not qualify for other assistance programs in securing a one-time emergency subsidy, distinct from ongoing general assistance.
Thornton Township's General Assistance Social Worker provides support to individuals applying for Social Security Benefits and Public Aid, particularly those facing literacy and other challenges. Additionally, they assist in relocating homeless and abused individuals to safe and stable shelters, make appropriate referrals for clients dealing with substance abuse and mental health issues, and offer guidance in completing complex forms and applications. Lastly, the social worker collaborates with the Salvation Army to assist individuals who may not qualify for other assistance programs in securing a one-time emergency subsidy, distinct from ongoing general assistance.
Services
General Relief Applications
Transitional Case/Care Management
Certificates/Forms Assistance
Niles Township General Assistance offers financial assistance to eligible Niles Township residents who currently have no income due to lack of employment or are awaiting a decision on their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim. Eligible individuals can receive up to $700 a month toward rent or utilities paid directly to the vendor on behalf of the client. You must be 18 years or older and be actively seeking employment or social security benefits to qualify.
Niles Township General Assistance offers financial assistance to eligible Niles Township residents who currently have no income due to lack of employment or are awaiting a decision on their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) claim. Eligible individuals can receive up to $700 a month toward rent or utilities paid directly to the vendor on behalf of the client. You must be 18 years or older and be actively seeking employment or social security benefits to qualify.
Services
General Relief Applications
Leyden Township General Assistance program is a state-mandated, locally administered welfare program designed to support township residents experiencing financial hardship. General Assistance is designed to be a safety net after all other resources have been exhausted. The General Assistance program can provide monthly financial assistance to eligible Leyden Township residents, who currently have no income due to lack of employment or are awaiting a decision on their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim. Eligible individuals can receive up to $319.00 a month towards rent or utilities, paid directly to the vendor on behalf of the client. The General Assistance office also offers referrals and information regarding eligibility for other assistance programs.
Leyden Township General Assistance program is a state-mandated, locally administered welfare program designed to support township residents experiencing financial hardship. General Assistance is designed to be a safety net after all other resources have been exhausted. The General Assistance program can provide monthly financial assistance to eligible Leyden Township residents, who currently have no income due to lack of employment or are awaiting a decision on their Supplemental Security Income (SSI) claim. Eligible individuals can receive up to $319.00 a month towards rent or utilities, paid directly to the vendor on behalf of the client. The General Assistance office also offers referrals and information regarding eligibility for other assistance programs.
Services
General Relief Applications
Hanover Township Human Services offers programs and services to improve the quality of life of Hanover Township residents experiencing hardships. Services include, financial assistance, employment services, a food pantry, home energy and weatherization assistance, and veteran benefits assistance.
Hanover Township Human Services offers programs and services to improve the quality of life of Hanover Township residents experiencing hardships. Services include, financial assistance, employment services, a food pantry, home energy and weatherization assistance, and veteran benefits assistance.
Services
Disaster/Emergency Issues
Food Pantries
Job Search/Placement
Job Interview Training
General Relief Applications
Undesignated Temporary Financial Assistance
Resume Preparation Assistance
Veteran Benefits Assistance
Bloom Township General Assistance is a locally administered program mandated by the State of Illinois, which assists those persons who are not eligible for any other state of federally-funded program. General Assistance (GA) helps Bloom Township residents who do not have income or resources to meet their basic needs. Bloom Township works with various vendors and community organizations to assist individuals with becoming self-sufficient.
Bloom Township General Assistance is a locally administered program mandated by the State of Illinois, which assists those persons who are not eligible for any other state of federally-funded program. General Assistance (GA) helps Bloom Township residents who do not have income or resources to meet their basic needs. Bloom Township works with various vendors and community organizations to assist individuals with becoming self-sufficient.
Services
General Relief Applications
Proviso Township General Assistance is a program that helps with basic maintenance needs for single residents of Proviso Township who have no income or financial resources and are not eligible for Federal or State assistance.
Proviso Township General Assistance is a program that helps with basic maintenance needs for single residents of Proviso Township who have no income or financial resources and are not eligible for Federal or State assistance.
Services
General Relief Applications
Elk Grove Township General Assistance, or GA, is a public assistance program for adults that are ineligible for other state or federal programs, such as TANF, and who meet the eligibility guidelines. GA can help those who are currently unemployed and looking for work or those who have applied for disability and are awaiting their case decision. There are both financial as well as non-financial qualifying factors. Those who qualify may receive a monthly allotment for shelter, food, transportation, utilities, and personal essentials.
Elk Grove Township General Assistance, or GA, is a public assistance program for adults that are ineligible for other state or federal programs, such as TANF, and who meet the eligibility guidelines. GA can help those who are currently unemployed and looking for work or those who have applied for disability and are awaiting their case decision. There are both financial as well as non-financial qualifying factors. Those who qualify may receive a monthly allotment for shelter, food, transportation, utilities, and personal essentials.
Services
General Relief Applications
Berwyn Township administers the state-mandated General Assistance program, designed to help Berwyn Residents in need who are not eligible for Social Security or a state-supported program. Residents who qualify are able to come to the Township for assistance. In order to determine if one meets all requirements necessary to apply for General Assistance, residents should contact the General Assistance Department at 708-788-6600. General Assistance is considered to be the program of last resort.
Berwyn Township administers the state-mandated General Assistance program, designed to help Berwyn Residents in need who are not eligible for Social Security or a state-supported program. Residents who qualify are able to come to the Township for assistance. In order to determine if one meets all requirements necessary to apply for General Assistance, residents should contact the General Assistance Department at 708-788-6600. General Assistance is considered to be the program of last resort.
Worth Township General Assistance is a short-term locally administered welfare program for persons who do not qualify for any other state or federal assistance. Those eligible have either very low or no income or financial resources. Residents must be 18 years of age or older, with no minor children, and must meet all eligibility conditions.
Worth Township General Assistance is a short-term locally administered welfare program for persons who do not qualify for any other state or federal assistance. Those eligible have either very low or no income or financial resources. Residents must be 18 years of age or older, with no minor children, and must meet all eligibility conditions.
Services
General Relief Applications