State of Illinois: Department of Human Services Madison County East Alton Family Community Center

Address

608 West Saint Louis Avenue
East Alton, IL 62024

(618) 258-1660

www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?module=12

Description:

State agency dedicated to providing residents with 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. Services include General Relief, TANF Applications, Medicaid Applications, Food Stamps/SNAP Applications, Extreme Cold Warming Centers, Extreme Heat Cooling Centers and Specialized Information and Referral.

ALSO KNOWN AS

DHS
FAMILY COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
PUBLIC AID
ILLINOIS STATE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES MADISON COUNTY OFFICE EAST ALTON

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Is Shelter?

No

Related Resource

Date of Official Change:

January 30, 2024

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

608 West Saint Louis Avenue
East Alton, IL 62024

P.O. Box

PO Box 270
East Alton, IL 62024

Contacts

Local Office Administrator

Primary Contact

(618) 258-1660

Phone Numbers

Main

(618) 258-1660

DHS Helpline

(800) 843-6154

Fax

(618) 258-7275

TTY Helpline

(800) 447-6404

TTY/TDD

(866) 326-0270

Legal Status:

State Government

Description

Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer(P-EBT) special Snap Benefits that help cover food costs for children who qualify for free or reduced lunch but are not in school due to COVID-19.

Hours

Website: 24 Hours Must Apply by June 30, 2020

Required Documents

Visit Website for Details: ABE.illinois.gov

Eligibility

- Must apply by June 30, 2020 - School age children age 3 to 17 years and 18 to 22 years (in high school) - Families with children eligible for free or reduced-priced meals in school

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- Apply online at ABE.illinois.gov - Email paper application to DHS.FCS.PEBT@illinois.gov - Mail application to: Central Scan Unit, PO Box 19138, Springfield IL 62763

Languages

- English - Spanish

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

None

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Description

Acts as a warming center, providing a warm place for people to go during the day during extremely cold weather.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Closed on federal and state holidays

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Come In Person For Service

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

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    Description

    Offers a cooling site for individuals during declared heat emergencies.

    Hours

    Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Closed on federal and state holidays

    Required Documents

    No Documentation Required

    Eligibility

    No Restrictions

    Fees

    No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    Come In Person For Service

    Languages

    English

    Service Area

    Madison County in Illinois

    Geography Served

    None

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    Description

    Food Stamps/SNAP: Receives applications for Link Card which helps low-income individuals and families buy food.

    Hours

    Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Closed on federal and state holidays

    Required Documents

    - Photo ID - Proof of Income - Social Security Card for each household member

    Eligibility

    - Age 18 years and older - Low-income families - Income Guidelines Apply - Call for Details

    Fees

    No Fees

    Intake Procedure

    - Call or Apply In Person - Completed application can be dropped off in person, mailed or faxed

    Languages

    - English - Spanish

    Service Area

    Madison County in Illinois

    Geography Served

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      Description

      Provides cash assistance and medical assistance to persons who are aged, blind or disabled.

      Hours

      Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Closed on federal and state holidays

      Required Documents

      - Photo ID - Proof of Income - Social Security Card for each household member

      Eligibility

      - Must receive SSI or are ineligible for SSI due to income - Must be a US citizen or meet certain requirements for non-citizens - Must live in Illinois - Must be age 18 years and older, blind or disabled - Income guidelines, call for details

      Fees

      No Fees

      Intake Procedure

      - Call To Apply - Apply In Person

      Languages

      - English - Spanish

      Service Area

      Madison County in Illinois

      Geography Served

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        Description

        Receives applications for Medicaid, program provides healthcare coverage to those lacking health insurance.

        Hours

        Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Closed on federal and state holidays

        Required Documents

        - Photo ID - Proof of Income - Social Security Card for each household member

        Eligibility

        - Low-income individuals and families - Individuals with disabilities - Seniors in nursing facilities

        Fees

        No Fees

        Intake Procedure

        - Call or Apply In Person - Completed application can be dropped off in person, mailed or faxed

        Languages

        - English - Spanish

        Service Area

        Madison County in Illinois

        Geography Served

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          Description

          Provides referrals to Department of Human Services funded programs provided by other agencies.

          Hours

          Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Closed on federal and state holidays

          Required Documents

          No Documentation Required

          Eligibility

          No Restrictions

          Fees

          No Fees

          Intake Procedure

          Call For Service

          Languages

          - English - Spanish

          Service Area

          Madison County in Illinois

          Geography Served

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            Description

            Receives applications for TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families) program provides temporary financial assistance to help pay for food, shelter and utilities.

            Hours

            Mon-Fri - 8:30am to 5:00pm Closed on federal and state holidays

            Required Documents

            - Photo ID - Proof of Income - Social Security Card for each household member

            Eligibility

            - Pregnant women and families with one or more dependent children - Must live in Illinois - US Citizen or meet immigration requirements - Must be age 18 years and older

            Fees

            No Fees

            Intake Procedure

            - Call or Apply In Person - Completed application can be dropped off in person, mailed or faxed

            Languages

            - English - Spanish

            Service Area

            Madison County in Illinois

            Geography Served

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