Tazwood Community Services

Address

610 Park Ave.
Pekin, IL 61554

(309) 266-9941

www.tazwoodcs.org

Description:

Tazwood Community Services, Inc. is organized for the purpose of reducing the causes and alleviating the effects of poverty in Tazewell and Woodford counties.
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LIHEAP 2023-24 Info

There will be priority periods:

October 2023 - age 60+, People with Document Disabilities, or a household that has a child age 5 or under (no disconnect notices, or disconnected households unless they are in one of the priority groups)

November 2023 - the October priority group AND households who are disconnected or have a disconnect notice

December 2023 - everyone

The program will run through August 15th, 2024 or before if funding runs out.

Hours:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Intake Process:

Please call or visit website. Applications can be submitted by email, mail, fax, or drop off.

Program Fees:

None

Languages:

English

Eligibility:

Please see individual service details, but here are basic eligibility guidelines on some of the major programs:

RENT:
*Please note that trailer and lot rent assistance ARE both possibilities, but mortgage and contract for deed assistance ARE NOT.
*To qualify, an applicant must meet one of the following criteria:
-Have a past due notice; OR
-Have an eviction notice; OR
-Be on the verge of homelessness (includes staying with someone and being forced out without housing alternatives); OR
-Be homeless (includes in a shelter; place not meant for habitation; or for families with children, being "doubled-up"/staying in another's household); OR
-Be in a domestic violence or emergency/disaster situation (such as a fire, flood, etc.)
*Must have sufficient income to afford future rent, utilities, and living expenses. Income must be present at the time of application.
*Additional note on rental assistance: In most situations, the duration of assistance is one month (up to $600). If the situation is domestic violence or a disaster, then both first month's rent AND deposit can be provided.
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ENERGY:
Tazwood offers both the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) and Warm Neighbors, Cool Friends:

LIHEAP
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is designed to help low-income households in Tazewell, Woodford, Livingston, and McLean counties pay for energy (typically winter) services. LIHEAP will provide a benefit to eligible households to be used for energy bills. The amount of the payment is determined by income, household size, fuel type, and geographic location.

An overdue bill or shut-off notice is NOT required. Applicants also do NOT need to own their home or pay energy bills directly to be eligible for assistance. All fuel sources including, but not limited to, oil, propane, wood, natural gas, and electric, are eligible for assistance.

Emergency assistance may be available if the home is disconnected from an energy source needed for heating and/or the delivered fuel supplier has refused to deliver, and the tank contains 25% or less.
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WARM NEIGHBORS, COOL FRIENDS (WNCF)
Warm Neighbors Cool Friends is an energy assistance program for Ameren Illinois Tazewell County Customers that need assistance with bill payment. Woodford County Ameren customers need to contact the Woodford County Heartline for information regarding their program and eligibility requirements.

In order to be eligible for WNCF, you cannot be eligible for LIHEAP/PIPP, the utilities must be active, and in the name of a person living in the household, utility bill cannot exceed $700, as well as meet one of the following criteria:
-A person in the home is 66 years of age or older
-A person in the home is receiving disability
-The household has recently endured a hardship

WNCF is a matching program based on the customers past 30-day payments. More information regarding this will be discussed during screening. Customers can receive assistance once every 6 months/2x per year, traditionally based on a heating/cooling schedule.
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WATER:
*Water bill must be in applicant's name
*Applicant must have a shut-off notice
*If a Pekin resident and seeking water payment assistance, please contact The Salvation Army in Pekin (309-346-3010) BEFORE contacting Tazwood Community Services.
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GARBAGE and SEWER ASSISTANCE
Bill must be in the name of the applicant, and a disconnection/termination notice is required. Maximum of $500 in assistance. May receive help once every 2 years.
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FURNACES:
There are TWO programs--

*LIHEAP Furnace Program: For households currently WITHOUT HEAT and who meet LIHEAP income guidelines (please call).

*Weatherization (this program is not instant; there is a longer process involved)
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PRESCRIPTION PROGRAM
The prescription program can help with up to $1,000 for prescription medication not covered by the medical card (Medicaid) or insurance; or for those who have a high co-pay or no insurance.
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DENTAL PROGRAM
This program can help with up to $1,000 for dental work not covered by the medical card or insurance; or for those who have a high co-pay or no insurance.
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OPTICAL PROGRAM
This optical program will pay for an eye exam and pair of glasses not covered by the medical card, insurance, or for persons with no insurance. Tazewell Community Services partners with Bard Optical for this program.
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HEARING AID PROGRAM
This program helps purchase a hearing aid for income-eligible individuals whose hearing aid would not be covered by the medical card or insurance; OR if they have a high insurance co-pay or no insurance.
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AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR:
*Applicant must be either:
-Working at least 27 hours a week (must have received 2 paychecks and have a letter from their employer stating average hours per week applicant is working
AND that it is a permanent job. Temporary or seasonal employment will NOT qualify if NOT expected to last more than 90 days).
*OR*
-A full-time student.

Up to $1,000 is provided for repairs at approved auto repair shops.
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DISASTER ASSISTANCE

Assistance may be available for those impacted by a fire or natural disaster. Help provided may include shelter, food, clothing, and medications.

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

August 11, 2023

Volunteer Opportunities:

Please call.

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

610 Park Ave.
Pekin, IL 61554

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Main Line

(309) 266-9941

Back-Up Number

(309) 694-4391

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Description

Tazwood Community Services offers a program that helps with auto repairs for employed clients and full-time students.

Hours

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Required Documents

Please call.

Eligibility

-Applicant must be working at least 27 hours a week or be a full-time student (temporary or seasonal employment will not qualify if not expected to last more than 90 days).
-A family can receive assistance once every two calendar years.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Please call.

Languages

English

Service Area

Tazewell and Woodford Counties

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

  • Illinois
    • Marshall County
      • Washburn
      • Wilbern
    • Mason County
      • Manito
      • Parkland
      • Spring Lake
      • Talbott
    • Tazewell County
      • East Peoria
    • Woodford County
    Click here to see this service (BM-7000.0500) and related services within the Service Tree.

    Description

    Tazwood Community Services offers a dental care expense assistance program.

    Hours

    Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

    Required Documents

    Clients must provide a dental estimate on the work needing to be done and cost for services. Please call regarding other documents needed.

    Eligibility

    -Must meet income eligibility (please call)
    -Clients receiving a medical card (Medicaid) must use their medical card first, and Tazwood can pay for work not covered by the Medical card. The maximum payment Tazwood can make is $500.00
    -No work is to be done until the application is approved and the voucher is issued.

    Fees

    None

    Intake Procedure

    Please call.

    Languages

    English

    Service Area

    Tazewell and Woodford counties

    Geography Served

      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    • Illinois
      • Marshall County
        • Washburn
        • Wilbern
      • Mason County
        • Manito
        • Parkland
        • Spring Lake
        • Talbott
      • Tazewell County
        • East Peoria
      • Woodford County
      Click here to see this service (LH-5100.1700) and related services within the Service Tree.

      Geography Served

        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

      • Illinois
        • Marshall County
          • Washburn
          • Wilbern
        • Mason County
          • Manito
          • Parkland
          • Spring Lake
          • Talbott
        • Tazewell County
          • East Peoria
        • Woodford County
        Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-180) and related services within the Service Tree.

        Special Notes/Funding

        *ALSO OFFERS A FURNACE PROGRAM UNDER LIHEAP (NOT CONNECTED TO WEATHERIZATION) FOR THOSE WHO CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE HEAT

        Description

        Weatherization services include having an experienced heating contractor examine the heating system. The contractor will make sure the heating system is safe and in working order. Work on the furnace may include-
        *Clean and tune
        *Repair
        *Retrofit
        *In some cases, Replacement of the unit

        Hours

        Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

        Required Documents

        Please call.

        Eligibility

        -Applicant must be income-eligible (please call for screening)
        -Renters may be assisted if they are eligible and the landlord agrees to the program terms. A 50% landlord contribution for weatherization work may be required for rental properties.
        -Households containing young children, individuals with a disability, and/or elderly members will be given priority

        Fees

        None

        Intake Procedure

        Please call.

        Languages

        English

        Offered Outside of Physical Location

        Yes

        Service Area

        Serves Tazewell and Woodford counties.

        Geography Served

          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

        • Illinois
          • Marshall County
            • Washburn
            • Wilbern
          • Mason County
            • Manito
            • Parkland
            • Spring Lake
            • Talbott
          • Tazewell County
            • East Peoria
          • Woodford County
          Click here to see this service (PH-3300.2750-220) and related services within the Service Tree.

          Special Notes/Funding

          *ALSO OFFERS A FURNACE PROGRAM UNDER LIHEAP (NOT CONNECTED TO WEATHERIZATION) FOR THOSE WHO CURRENTLY DO NOT HAVE HEAT

          Description

          Weatherization services include having an experienced heating contractor examine the heating system. The contractor will make sure the heating system is safe and in working order. Work on the furnace may include-
          *Clean and tune
          *Repair
          *Retrofit
          *In some cases, Replacement of the unit

          Hours

          Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

          Required Documents

          Please call.

          Eligibility

          -Applicant must be income-eligible (please call for screening)
          -Renters may be assisted if they are eligible and the landlord agrees to the program terms. A 50% landlord contribution for weatherization work may be required for rental properties.
          -Households containing young children, individuals with a disability, and/or elderly members will be given priority

          Fees

          None

          Intake Procedure

          Please call.

          Languages

          English

          Offered Outside of Physical Location

          Yes

          Service Area

          Tazewell and Woodford counties

          Geography Served

            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

          • Illinois
            • Marshall County
              • Washburn
              • Wilbern
            • Mason County
              • Manito
              • Parkland
              • Spring Lake
              • Talbott
            • Tazewell County
              • East Peoria
            • Woodford County
            Click here to see this service (BM-3000.0500-230) and related services within the Service Tree.

            Geography Served

              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

            • Illinois
              • Marshall County
                • Washburn
                • Wilbern
              • Mason County
                • Manito
                • Parkland
                • Spring Lake
                • Talbott
              • Tazewell County
                • East Peoria
              • Woodford County
              Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-250) and related services within the Service Tree.

              Description

              Tazwood Community Services offers an optical program to help individuals who are not covered by Medicaid (the medical card) get an eye exam and/or glasses.

              Hours

              Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

              Required Documents

              Please call.

              Eligibility

              -Must not be covered by Medicaid (the medical card)
              -Clients can receive assistance once every two calendar years.
              -Clients are able to receive Valu-Plus frames only.
              -Tazwood will pay for other add-ons necessary for vision correction only.
              -Clients may pay extra for scratch coating, UV tint, or warranty.

              Fees

              None

              Intake Procedure

              Please call. After eligibility is determined, a voucher will be issued to Bard Optical for services.

              Languages

              English

              Service Area

              Tazewell and Woodford counties

              Geography Served

                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

              • Illinois
                • Marshall County
                  • Washburn
                  • Wilbern
                • Mason County
                  • Manito
                  • Parkland
                  • Spring Lake
                  • Talbott
                • Tazewell County
                  • East Peoria
                • Woodford County
                Click here to see this service (LH-0600.9000-250) and related services within the Service Tree.

                Description

                Tazwood Community Services offers a hearing aid assistance program to assist income-eligible individuals with purchasing a hearing aid.

                Hours

                Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                Required Documents

                Please call.

                Eligibility

                Must meet income guidelines (please call for screening)

                Fees

                None

                Intake Procedure

                Please call.

                Languages

                English

                Service Area

                Tazewell and Woodford counties

                Geography Served

                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                • Illinois
                  • Marshall County
                    • Washburn
                    • Wilbern
                  • Mason County
                    • Manito
                    • Parkland
                    • Spring Lake
                    • Talbott
                  • Tazewell County
                    • East Peoria
                  • Woodford County
                  Click here to see this service (LH-0600.3000-300) and related services within the Service Tree.

                  Geography Served

                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                  • Illinois
                    • Marshall County
                      • Washburn
                      • Wilbern
                    • Mason County
                      • Manito
                      • Parkland
                      • Spring Lake
                      • Talbott
                    • Tazewell County
                      • East Peoria
                    • Woodford County
                    Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-300) and related services within the Service Tree.

                    Description

                    Tazwood Community Services offers a prescription expense assistance program.

                    Hours

                    Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                    Required Documents

                    Please call.

                    Eligibility

                    -May receive up $500.00 in medication assistance per calendar year
                    -A maximum of a one-month supply may be purchased per voucher
                    -Must meet income eligibility (please call)
                    -No over-the-counter medications or supplies will be provided, with the exception of diabetes medication

                    Fees

                    None

                    Intake Procedure

                    Please call.

                    Languages

                    English

                    Service Area

                    Serves Tazewell and Woodford counties.

                    Geography Served

                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                    • Illinois
                      • Marshall County
                        • Washburn
                        • Wilbern
                      • Mason County
                        • Manito
                        • Parkland
                        • Spring Lake
                        • Talbott
                      • Tazewell County
                        • East Peoria
                      • Woodford County
                      Click here to see this service (LH-5100.6500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                      Description

                      Tazwood Community Services offers a rent deposit assistance program for eligible residents.

                      Hours

                      Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                      Required Documents

                      Please call.

                      Eligibility

                      *Residence must be in Tazewell or Woodford County.

                      *Must have an eviction notice, be homeless, or be in a domestic violence or similar situation.

                      *Must have income to make sure person can afford to pay rent, utilities, and living expenses.

                      Must have had some type of emergency that required use of rent money (medical expense they paid for, car repairs, off work due to medical, etc.)

                      Except for good cause, a family may have a housing payment made once every two calendar years.

                      In case of an extended family or where a boyfriend or girlfriend may be in the household, staff may take take two applications rather than one application if all persons are eligible for services.

                      Fees

                      None

                      Intake Procedure

                      Please call.

                      Languages

                      English

                      Service Area

                      Tazewell and Woodford counties

                      Geography Served

                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                      • Illinois
                        • Marshall County
                          • Washburn
                          • Wilbern
                        • Mason County
                          • Manito
                          • Parkland
                          • Spring Lake
                          • Talbott
                        • Tazewell County
                          • East Peoria
                        • Woodford County
                        Click here to see this service (BH-3800.7250) and related services within the Service Tree.

                        Description

                        Eligible services include payment of rent, deposit, or lot rent for low-income persons.

                        Hours

                        Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m.to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                        Required Documents

                        Please call.

                        Eligibility

                        *Residence must be in Tazewell or Woodford County.

                        *Must have an eviction notice, be homeless, or be in a domestic violence or similar situation.

                        *Must have income to make sure person can afford to pay rent, utilities, and living expenses.

                        Must have had some type of emergency that required use of rent money (medical expense they paid for, car repairs, off work due to medical, etc.)

                        Except for good cause, a family may have a housing payment made once every two calendar years.

                        In case of an extended family or where a boyfriend or girlfriend may be in the household, staff may take take two applications rather than one application if all persons are eligible for services.

                        Fees

                        None

                        Intake Procedure

                        Please call.

                        Languages

                        English

                        Service Area

                        Tazewell and Woodford counties

                        Geography Served

                          If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                        • Illinois
                          • Marshall County
                            • Washburn
                            • Wilbern
                          • Mason County
                            • Manito
                            • Parkland
                            • Spring Lake
                            • Talbott
                          • Tazewell County
                            • East Peoria
                          • Woodford County
                          Click here to see this service (BH-3800.7000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                          Description

                          Tazwood Community Services offers financial assistance for low-income individuals to continue their education.

                          Hours

                          Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                          Required Documents

                          Please call.

                          Eligibility

                          -Must meet income guidelines (please call)
                          -Must be enrolled in an accredited college or trade school for at least six semester hours
                          -Must maintain a "C" average in each class

                          Fees

                          None

                          Intake Procedure

                          Please call. The Scholarship Committee will make recommendations based on interviews with applicants.

                          Languages

                          English

                          Service Area

                          Tazewell and Woodford counties

                          Geography Served

                            If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                          • Illinois
                            • Marshall County
                              • Washburn
                              • Wilbern
                            • Mason County
                              • Manito
                              • Parkland
                              • Spring Lake
                              • Talbott
                            • Tazewell County
                              • East Peoria
                            • Woodford County
                            Click here to see this service (HL-8000.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

                            Geography Served

                              If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                            • Illinois
                              • Marshall County
                                • Washburn
                                • Wilbern
                              • Mason County
                                • Manito
                                • Parkland
                                • Spring Lake
                                • Talbott
                              • Tazewell County
                                • East Peoria
                              • Woodford County
                              Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                              Geography Served

                                If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                              • Illinois
                                • Marshall County
                                  • Washburn
                                  • Wilbern
                                • Mason County
                                  • Manito
                                  • Parkland
                                  • Spring Lake
                                  • Talbott
                                • Tazewell County
                                  • East Peoria
                                • Woodford County
                                Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-860) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                Special Notes/Funding

                                LIHEAP, PIPP, and Warm Neighbors, Cool Friends

                                Description

                                Tazwood Community Services administers the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for Tazewell and Woodford counties. LIHEAP offers help with heating bills for qualifying low-income households. Applicants will receive a benefit based on their household circumstances with a choice between Direct Vendor Payment (DVP) or the Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP).
                                Warm Neighbors, Cool Friends is higher-income program for Ameren customers with active service (cannot already be disconnected).

                                Hours

                                Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                                Required Documents

                                1. Social Security cards for all household members
                                2. (If program is focusing on specific age groups) Picture ID and/or birth certificate for all individuals over 60 years of age or under 6 years old
                                3. (If households with a disabled person are the focus) Proof from SSA for all persons disabled
                                4. Proof of income (if income is present) for all individuals and all types of income for the past 30 days including the date of application
                                5. Proof of other benefits such as TANF, SNAP, or Medicaid
                                6. Household's most recent gas and electric bill

                                Eligibility

                                Age, presence of disability, and certain other qualifications vary based on the time of year.

                                An overdue bill or shutoff notice is NOT required.

                                Applicant does not have to own his or her home, or pay energy bills directly to be eligible for assistance.

                                The source of fuel does NOT have to be natural gas or electric in order to be eligible.

                                They must have a lease or letter from new landlord stating they need to have utilities on in their name before they can move in.

                                Please call for screening.

                                Fees

                                None

                                Intake Procedure

                                Please call.

                                Languages

                                English

                                Service Area

                                Tazewell and Woodford counties

                                Geography Served

                                  If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                • Illinois
                                  • Marshall County
                                    • Washburn
                                    • Wilbern
                                  • Mason County
                                    • Manito
                                    • Parkland
                                    • Spring Lake
                                    • Talbott
                                  • Tazewell County
                                    • East Peoria
                                  • Woodford County
                                  Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                  Description

                                  Water heater assistance is sometimes provided under Tazwood's weatherization program. There is no emergency assistance available.

                                  Hours

                                  Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12 noon to 1:00 p.m.)

                                  Required Documents

                                  Please call.

                                  Eligibility

                                  Households in need of water heater assistance

                                  Fees

                                  None

                                  Intake Procedure

                                  Please call.

                                  Languages

                                  English

                                  Service Area

                                  Tazewell and Woodford counties

                                  Geography Served

                                    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                  • Illinois
                                    • Marshall County
                                      • Washburn
                                      • Wilbern
                                    • Mason County
                                      • Manito
                                      • Parkland
                                      • Spring Lake
                                      • Talbott
                                    • Tazewell County
                                      • East Peoria
                                    • Woodford County
                                    Click here to see this service (PH-3300.2750-900) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                    Description

                                    Water heater replacement is sometimes provided under Tazwood's weatherization program. No emergency assistance is available.

                                    Hours

                                    Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (closed 12 noon to 1:00 p.m.)

                                    Required Documents

                                    Please call.

                                    Eligibility

                                    Households in need of water heater replacement

                                    Fees

                                    None

                                    Intake Procedure

                                    Please call.

                                    Languages

                                    English

                                    Service Area

                                    Tazewell and Woodford counties

                                    Geography Served

                                      If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                    • Illinois
                                      • Marshall County
                                        • Washburn
                                        • Wilbern
                                      • Mason County
                                        • Manito
                                        • Parkland
                                        • Spring Lake
                                        • Talbott
                                      • Tazewell County
                                        • East Peoria
                                      • Woodford County
                                      Click here to see this service (BM-3000.0500-970) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                      Description

                                      Tazwood Community Services offers a water service payment assistance program to prevent a person's water from being shut off. *Please note that Tazwood is not able to assist with sewer (or garbage) bills.

                                      Hours

                                      Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                                      Required Documents

                                      -Water bill in applicant's name
                                      -Shut-off notice
                                      -Please call regarding other documents required.

                                      Eligibility

                                      -Water bill must be in applicant's name
                                      -Applicant must have a shut-off notice
                                      -Tazwood is able to help with a maximum of $500.00.
                                      -A family may receive assistance once every two years.

                                      Fees

                                      None

                                      Intake Procedure

                                      Please call.

                                      Languages

                                      English

                                      Service Area

                                      Serves Tazewell and Woodford counties. Does NOT cover Pekin.

                                      Geography Served

                                        If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

                                      • Illinois
                                        • Marshall County
                                          • Washburn
                                          • Wilbern
                                        • Mason County
                                          • Manito
                                          • Parkland
                                          • Spring Lake
                                          • Talbott
                                        • Tazewell County
                                          • East Peoria
                                        • Woodford County
                                        Click here to see this service (BV-8900.9300-950) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                        Description

                                        Tazwood Community Services administers the Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program (IHWAP) for Tazewell and Woodford counties. Depending on the circumstances and condition of the dwelling, work that may be done includes-
                                        *Sealing cracks with weather stripping and caulk
                                        *Insulating attics and walls
                                        *Repairing windows and doors

                                        Weatherization services include having an experienced heating contractor examine the heating system. The contractor will make sure the heating system is safe and in working order. Work on the furnace may include-
                                        *Clean and tune
                                        *Repair
                                        *Retrofit
                                        *In some cases, Replacement of the unit

                                        Hours

                                        Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                                        Required Documents

                                        Please call.

                                        Eligibility

                                        -Applicant must be income-eligible (please call for screening)
                                        -Renters may be assisted if they are eligible and the landlord agrees to the program terms. A 50% landlord contribution for weatherization work may be required for rental properties.
                                        -Households containing young children, individuals with a disability, and/or elderly members will be given priority.

                                        Fees

                                        None

                                        Intake Procedure

                                        Please call.

                                        Languages

                                        English

                                        Offered Outside of Physical Location

                                        Yes

                                        Service Area

                                        Tazewell and Woodford counties

                                        Geography Served

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                                        • Illinois
                                          • Marshall County
                                            • Washburn
                                            • Wilbern
                                          • Mason County
                                            • Manito
                                            • Parkland
                                            • Spring Lake
                                            • Talbott
                                          • Tazewell County
                                            • East Peoria
                                          • Woodford County
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                                          Secondary Services

                                          Description

                                          Tazwood Community Services offers short-term financial assistance for summer day care for school-age children.

                                          Hours

                                          Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                                          Required Documents

                                          Please call.

                                          Eligibility

                                          -Applicant must be working at least 27 hours a week or be a full-time student (temporary or seasonal employment will not qualify if not expected to last more than 90 days).
                                          -A family can receive assistance once every two calendar years.

                                          Fees

                                          Please call.

                                          Intake Procedure

                                          Please call.

                                          Languages

                                          English

                                          Service Area

                                          Tazewell and Woodford counties

                                          Geography Served

                                          None

                                          Click here to see this service (NL-3000.1500) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                          Description

                                          Tazwood Community Services offers the School Supply Program to assist low-income children with book bags and supplies needed to start the new school year.

                                          Hours

                                          Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.

                                          Required Documents

                                          Please call.

                                          Eligibility

                                          Low-income, school-age children (please call for screening)

                                          Fees

                                          None

                                          Intake Procedure

                                          Please call.

                                          Languages

                                          English

                                          Service Area

                                          Tazewell and Woodford counties

                                          Geography Served

                                          None

                                          Click here to see this service (HL-8120.7800) and related services within the Service Tree.

                                          Description

                                          Tazwood Community Services has received funding from the Community Services Block Grant program to help children attend day camp.

                                          Availability

                                          Call-In Date: May 15, 2023 AT 8 A.M.

                                          Required Documents

                                          Please call.

                                          Eligibility

                                          -Must live in Tazewell or Woodford County

                                          -Must be working 6+ hours a day Monday through Friday, or be a full-time student on campus

                                          -Must be within the 30 day gross income range:
                                          2 in household: $3,287
                                          3 in household: $4,143
                                          4 in household: $5,000
                                          5 in household: $5,857
                                          6 in household: $6,713
                                          7 in household: $7,570

                                          Fees

                                          Please call.

                                          Intake Procedure

                                          Please call.

                                          Languages

                                          English

                                          Geography Served

                                          None

                                          Click here to see this service (PL-6400.1500-820) and related services within the Service Tree.

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