Illinois Department of Human Services-Tazewell County

Special Notes/Funding

Community Resources.

Description

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) provides expedited services for SNAP benefits for people who qualify and do not already get SNAP benefits. Those who need food immediately and who meet the eligibility requirements may receive SNAP benefits within five calendar days.

Availability

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

You may be eligible for expedited service for SNAP benefits if:
*your family has no more than $100 available, and
*your income for the month you apply is less than $150, or
*someone in the family is a migrant or seasonal farm worker who is not expecting to receive more than $25 in the 10-day period starting with the date of application; or
*your monthly income and available money is less than your monthly rent or mortgage payment and the appropriate utility standard.

Expedited service means you must be interviewed the day of application or the next day. If you are eligible for expedited services, you will receive your benefits within five days of the date you apply.

You may be eligible for benefits even if you do not have an address at the time. If you are eligible, IDHS will make sure you receive your benefits.

Remember: Even if you do not qualify for expedited service you may still be eligible for regular SNAP benefits if you need help buying food.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

An application is needed, so it's important that you file an application as soon as possible. The application process begins the day your Family Community Resource Center (FCRC) receives your signed application.

There are several ways for you to apply.

*You can visit the Illinois Department of Human Services website at www.dhs.state.il.us to apply electronically.
*You can apply by visiting the Illinois Department of Human Services website and printing the paper application: Request for Cash Assistance, Medical Assistance, and SNAP. Once you've completed the application, take, mail, or fax it to your local Family Community Resource Center (FCRC).
*You can also apply for benefits by going to your local FCRC.

Languages

English

Service Area

Serves Tazewell county.

Geography Served

Geography Served

Special Notes/Funding

Community Resources.

Description

Illinois Department of Human Services- Tazewell County offers extreme heat cooling centers.

Availability

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Anyone

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Please call.

Languages

English

Service Area

Serves Tazewell county.

Geography Served

Special Notes/Funding

Community Resources.

Description

Illinois Department of Human Services- Tazewell County offers extreme cold weather shelters.

Availability

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Anyone

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Please call.

Languages

English

Service Area

Serves Tazewell county.

Geography Served

Description

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly Food Stamps) helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health.

Benefits are provided on the Illinois Link Card - an electronic card that is accepted at most grocery stores. The program is managed by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture. The Department of Human Services administers the program in Illinois.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

Most households with low income can get SNAP benefits. The rules are complex, so all of the details are not here. The most important factors which determine the amount of, and eligibility for, SNAP benefits are:
-income and expenses;
the number of persons who live and eat together

Your application must be reviewed by DHS staff at the Family Community Resource Center. If you apply for benefits and are eligible, you will receive a notice of your eligibility.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Please visit website or call.

Languages

English (primarily); State Help Line and Applications have Spanish option.

Service Area

Serves Tazewell county.

Geography Served

Description

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly Food Stamps) helps low-income people and families buy the food they need for good health.

Benefits are provided on the Illinois Link Card - an electronic card that is accepted at most grocery stores. The program is managed by the Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) of the United States Department of Agriculture. The Department of Human Services administers the program in Illinois.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

Most households with low income can get SNAP benefits. The rules are complex, so all of the details are not here. The most important factors which determine the amount of, and eligibility for, SNAP benefits are:
-income and expenses;
-the number of persons who live and eat together

Your application must be reviewed by DHS staff at the Family Community Resource Center. If you apply for benefits and are eligible, you will receive a notice of your eligibility.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Please visit website or call.

Languages

Applications available in English and Spanish

Service Area

Tazewell County

Geography Served

Special Notes/Funding

aka Medical Card

Description

Medicaid is a state-administered health insurance program for low-income families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, people with disabilities, and other adults.

In addition to standard medical costs, Medicaid can cover various forms of dental work, fillings, and dentures; hearing aids; glasses; and more.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

Low-income families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, people with disabilities, and other adults.

Fees

None for application. Small co-pays occasionally charged for services.

Intake Procedure

Please visit website or call.

Service Area

Serves Tazewell county.

Geography Served

Description

The Refugee Resettlement Program (RRP) provides cash benefits for eligible needy refugees and special immigrants for a time period set by the federal government based on available federal funding. Additional assistance in resettling might be available.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

This can vary; please contact the DHS.

Eligibility

Refugees and special immigrants in need

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Please contact local office (aka Family Community Resource Center)

Languages

English, but accommodations can be made for other languages

Service Area

Tazewell County

Geography Served

Special Notes/Funding

Community Resources.

Description

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is for families with children and pregnant women who need temporary cash assistance. Those receiving TANF also receive medical assistance. Most TANF families also receive SNAP benefits to buy food.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Varies.

Eligibility

To qualify for TANF, you must:
*Be pregnant or have a child under age 19 living with you. If the child is age 18, he/she must be a full-time high school student.
*A pregnant woman with no other children (and her spouse, if he lives with her) can get assistance;
*Live in Illinois (if you are homeless, you can still qualify); and
*Be a U.S. citizen or meet certain immigration requirements (ask your caseworker what they are).
*If your children qualify as citizens or immigrants but you do not, you may receive TANF just for your children.
*Develop a Responsibility and Services Plan (RSP).
You do not qualify for TANF if you have been convicted of certain felony offenses, violated your probation or parole, refuse to work or pursue child support enforcement, withhold information needed to determine eligibility, or have used up your five years of TANF benefits.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

*You can visit the Illinois Department of Human Services website at www.dhs.state.il.us to apply electronically.
*You can apply by visiting the Illinois Department of Human Services website and printing the paper application: Request for Cash Assistance, Medical Assistance, and SNAP. Once you've completed the application, take, mail, or fax it to your local Family Community Resource Center (FCRC).
*You can also apply for benefits by going to your local FCRC (please call first)

Languages

English

Service Area

Serves Tazewell county.

Geography Served

Special Notes/Funding

Community Resources.

Description

The Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program is for families with children and pregnant women who need temporary cash assistance. Those receiving TANF also receive medical assistance. Most TANF families also receive SNAP benefits to buy food.

Availability

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Hours

Main Office Hours: Monday through Friday (except state holidays), 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

To qualify for TANF, you must:
*Be pregnant or have a child under age 19 living with you. If the child is age 18, he/she must be a full-time high school student.
*A pregnant woman with no other children (and her spouse, if he lives with her) can get assistance;
*Live in Illinois (if you are homeless, you can still qualify); and
*Be a U.S. citizen or meet certain immigration requirements (ask your caseworker what they are).
*If your children qualify as citizens or immigrants but you do not, you may receive TANF just for your children.
*Develop a Responsibility and Services Plan (RSP).
You do not qualify for TANF if you have been convicted of certain felony offenses, violated your probation or parole, refuse to work or pursue child support enforcement, withhold information needed to determine eligibility, or have used up your five years of TANF benefits.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

*You can visit the Illinois Department of Human Services website at www.dhs.state.il.us to apply electronically.
*You can apply by visiting the Illinois Department of Human Services website and printing the paper application: Request for Cash Assistance, Medical Assistance, and SNAP. Once you've completed the application, take, mail, or fax it to your local Family Community Resource Center (FCRC).
*You can also apply for benefits by going to your local FCRC.

Languages

Applications available in English and Spanish.

Service Area

Serves Tazewell county.

Geography Served

Description

AABD (Aid to the Aged, Blind, or Disabled)

Geography Served

Special Notes/Funding

Available through Medicaid aka the Medical Card

Description

Medicaid is a state-administered health insurance program for low-income families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, people with disabilities, and other adults. It can help cover various dental costs.

For a list of covered services, please contact DentaQuest at 1-888-286-2447.

Hours

Tazewell County office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (except state holidays)

Required Documents

Varies

Eligibility

Low-income families and children, pregnant women, the elderly, people with disabilities, and other adults. Please contact the Illinois Department of Human Services to be screened.

Fees

None for application. Small co-pays occasionally charged for services.

Intake Procedure

Please visit website or call.

Languages

English (primarily); State Help Line and Applications have Spanish option

Service Area

Tazewell County

Geography Served

Geography Served

Geography Served