Application for Benefits Eligibility
Address
100 South Grand Avenue East
Springfield, IL 62704
(800) 843-6154
AKA:
ABE
Description:
Provides a screening tool and online application for State of Illinois administered benefits programs. Programs include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Aid to the Aged, Blind and Disabled (AABD), Medicare Savings Program, Medicaid, and Health Benefits for Immigrant Adults (HBIA).
Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
Intake Process:
(1) Visit the website at https://abe.illinois.gov/abe/access/ to check eligibility and to apply for benefits
(2) Refer to program-specific service details below, including application process and program eligibility
Program Fees:
No Fees
Languages:
Spanish, English
Eligibility:
(1) Income limits apply
(2) Other requirements vary by assistance program
Handicap Accessible?
No
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
June 28, 2023
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
100 South Grand Avenue East
Springfield, IL 62704
Contacts
Application for Benefits Eligibility Customer Support
Ashley Bae
Executive Director, Region 2
Phone Numbers
DHS Help Line
(800) 843-6154
TTY
(866) 324-5553
Legal Status:
Government - State
Services
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Description
Provides a screening tool and online application for State of Illinois administered Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) (formerly Food Stamps) program. The program helps low income individuals and families buy essential food items. Benefits are provided on the Illinois Link Card - an electronic card that is accepted at most grocery stores.
Hours
Customer Support: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm; Website: 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Required Documents
These may include, but not limited to: Valid photo ID, such as driver's license, state ID or passport; Proof of your residence, such as utility bill with name on it; Proof of Social Security numbers for all people on your application; Proof of income for all members of family to be included in application, such as W-2 forms, tax returns, paystubs.
Eligibility
Income limits apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Use the SNAP Eligibility Calculator on website to check if you and/or your family qualify (2) Apply for SNAP online or by downloading the application, completing it and either mailing it in or submitting it in person to local IDHS Family Community Resource Center.
Languages
Spanish, English
Geography Served
- Illinois
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Applications processed for State of Illinois administered health programs, which includes Medicaid and All Kids. Applications can be submitted online or by mail or fax.
Hours
Customer Support: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm; Website: 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Required Documents
Call or visit website for details
Eligibility
Resident of Illinois who is a U.S. national, citizen, permanent resident, or legal alien; Income and financial limits apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Visit abe.illinois.gov to verify whether you meet Medicaid requirements and to apply for benefits (2) Submit required documents
Languages
Spanish, English
Geography Served
- Illinois
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides a screening tool and online application for State of Illinois administered benefits programs. Programs include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF), Aid to the Aged, Blind and Disabled (AABD), Medicare Savings Program and Medicaid.
Hours
Customer Support: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm; Website: 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Required Documents
These may include, but not limited to: Valid photo ID, such as driver's license, state ID or passport; Proof of your residence, such as utility bill with name on it; Proof of Social Security numbers for all people on your application; Proof of income and financial assets, such as W-2 forms, tax returns, paystubs, financial investments documents.
Eligibility
Applicant must have Medicare Hospital Insurance Part A; Income and financial resource limits apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call for further information about this program or request an application to be mailed to you, or (2) Download an application from the Medical Forms page online (3) Once application is received, IDHS will send applicants a notice of whether or not they qualify for Medicare cost sharing expenses
Languages
Spanish, English
Geography Served
- Illinois
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Telephone Numbers
Description
Provides a screening tool and online application for State of Illinois administered Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) program, which provides temporary financial assistance for pregnant women and families with one or more dependent children. TANF provides financial assistance to help pay for food, shelter, utilities, and expenses other than medical.
Hours
(1) Customer Support: Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm (2) Website: 24 Hours a Day, 7 Days a Week
Required Documents
May include, but not limited to: Children's birth certificates (to show they are related to you); Social Security cards for everyone; Paycheck stubs and proof of other income
Eligibility
Applicant must be pregnant or have a child under 19 years of age living with them; Child who is 18 years old must be a full-time high school student; A pregnant woman (and her husband, if he lives with her) without any other children may also qualify; Must reside in Illinois; Be a U.S. citizen or meet specific immigration requirements; Must develop a plan for becoming self-sufficient and follow that plan
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
(1) Call or visit website at www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30358 (2) Submit required documents
Languages
Spanish, English
Geography Served
- Illinois
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Telephone Numbers
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