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State Government Agencies/Departments | Illinois Department of Human Services

100 South Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62704

Eligibility
Must be a resident of Illinois; Specific requirements vary by program.
Required documents
Vary by program: Photo ID (driver's license, state ID) Proof of household income (w-2 forms, tax return documents, bank statements).
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
833-2FI-NDHE xLP
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Illinois Helpline

866-ILH-ELP1
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Illinois Home Assistance Fund

630-328-1000
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Main

866-454-3571
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Illinois Home Assistance Fund

833-234-6343
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Illinois Helpline

866-324-5553
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TTY

800-843-6154
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Helpline

Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
Call or visit during listed hours.
Fees
No fees.
Service area
IL
Administers State funded programs through local offices for medical, food, and cash assistance to qualified Illinois residents.
Date of Last Formal Update
08/26/2025
Data provided by
211 DuPage County
Providing organization
Illinois Department of Human Services
Administers State funded programs through local offices for medical, food, and cash assistance to qualified Illinois residents.
State Government Agencies/Departments | Illinois Department of Human Services