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A short-term assistance program when between jobs or during illness. A financial aid program for those who are not qualified for other assistance (state or federally funded aid). Applicants must meet requirements for eligibility as contained in the Township’s General Assistance Handbook.
Eligibility for aid is generally based on financial, non-financial, and workfare assigned requirements In addition to being a resident of Harlem Township, information regarding you and your family, financial status, and registration with the Department of Employment Security is required.
Call our office to make an appointment at 815-633-9382. Your current Illinois Driver’s License or Identification Card and Social Security Card are required. Applications for General Assistance Clients may be picked up during regular business hours, daily from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm.
Social Security Card Verification of residence within the Harlem Township boundaries. Trailers are not eligible for Township assistance. Medical Card or verification of insurance Unemployment status- Letter from IDES within the last 30 days If pending disability status, please bring documentation from an attorney Sources of Income-Bank Statements,Pay-stubs Parole/Probation (if applicable) A current utility bill for verification of residency
The applicant is not receiving General Assistance from another governmental unit. The applicant is without dependent children and applying as a single adult case. The applicant’s current available non-exempt income falls within the income guidelines. The applicant is able to work and actively seeking employment -or- if applicant is unable to work, a physician statement is required. EA eligibility is determined in the interview process.
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