Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled Program - Illinois Department of Human Services - Family Community Resource Centers - Northside
6200 North Hiawatha Avenue, 5th Floor, Chicago, IL 60646
Eligibility
The program is for persons who are aged, blind, or disabled and who need money. A person may be eligible for AABD if they:- Receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or are ineligible for SSI due to income or are ineligible for SSI due to expiration of federal time limit on assistance to certain immigrants who have not yet become U.S. citizens- Are a U.S. citizen or meet certain requirements for noncitizens- Live in Illinois- Are 65 years or older, blind, or disabled
Hours
Mon 8:30am - 5:00pm
Tue 8:30am - 5:00pm
Wed 8:30am - 5:00pm
Thu 8:30am - 5:00pm
Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm
The IDHS Help Line is available Monday through Friday 8:30am to 5:00pm. Hours for in-person Family Community Resource Centers vary by location, please check individual site hours of operation.
Languages
Spanish, English
Application process
Visit the Apply for SNAP, Cash, Medical Assistance webpage to apply for AABD benefits. Contact the IDHS Customer Help Line for further assistance.
Fees
Free
Service area
IL
Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) administers the Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) program which provides cash assistance to elderly and disabled residents of Illinois.
Date of Last Formal Update
03/24/2023
Data provided by
211 Metro Chicago
What's Here
Providing organization
Illinois Department of Human Services
Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) provides Illinois residents with streamlined access to integrated services, especially those who are striving to move from welfare to work and economic independence, and others who face multiple challenges to self-sufficiency.