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State Administered SSI Supplement Programs | ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES (IDHS) - Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled

2000 North Lewis Avenue, Waukegan, IL 60087

Eligibility

- Must be at least 65 years of age or older, or blind or disabled - Must be a U.S. citizen or meet certain requirements for noncitizens - Must receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or are ineligible for SSI due to income or are ineligible due to expiration of federal time limit on assistance to certain immigrants who have not yet become U.S. citizens. *Visit website for detailed eligibility information

Hours

Service Hours Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
800-843-6154

Voice - DHS Help Line, Toll Free

Languages

Spanish

Application process

Call or visit during program hours, or apply online Documents Required: -Photo ID -Birth Certificate -Proof of Income -Proof of Residency -Social Security Card

Fees

No fee

Service area

Lake County, IL

Description

Provides cash assistance to elderly, blind, or disabled individuals. Includes the Qualified Medicare Beneficiary (QMB) program which provides payment for some medical expenses.

Providing organization

ILLINOIS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

Government agency providing aide and resources to residents of Illinois.