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Full Resource Name:
State of Illinois: Department of Human Services Calhoun, Greene and Jersey County Family Community Resource Center
Address
110 North Jefferson Street
Jerseyville, IL 62052
(618) 498-2105
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
HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT
PUBLIC AID
ILLINOIS DEPT. OF HUMAN SERVICES JERSEY COUNTY FAMILY COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER
ILLINOIS STATE DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES JERSEY AND CALHOUN COUNTY OFFICE
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Is Shelter?
No
Related Resource
Date of Official Change:
January 30, 2024
Address Listings
Physical (Primary)
110 North Jefferson Street
Jerseyville, IL 62052
Contacts
Sandra Bettis
Phone Numbers
Main
(618) 498-2105
DHS Helpline
(800) 843-6154
Fax
(618) 498-7344
TTY Helpline
(800) 447-6404
Legal Status:
State
Services
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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
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
Calhoun, Greene and Jersey Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
None
Description
Provides a warming shelter for individuals during periods of extreme 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
Calhoun, Greene and Jersey Counties 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
Calhoun, Greene and Jersey Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
None
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 - 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
Calhoun, Greene and Jersey Counties 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 - Live in Illinois - Must be age 18 years or older, blind or disabled - Income Guidelines Apply
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
Call or Apply In Person
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
Calhoun, Greene and Jersey Counties 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
- Income Guidelines Apply - 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
Calhoun, Greene and Jersey Counties 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
Calhoun, Greene and Jersey Counties 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 - Age 18 years and older
Fees
No Fees
Intake Procedure
- Come in office to complete an application - Completed application can be dropped off in person, mailed or faxed
Languages
- English - Spanish
Service Area
Calhoun, Greene and Jersey Counties in Illinois
Geography Served
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