General Assistance includes the following:
This program provides benefits to adults who are determined “not employable” under the Illinois Department of Human Services guidelines. These Clients participate in community work programs, training and job search.
Our Emergency Assistance Program is designed to alleviate life-threatening circumstances and to assist a person in attaining/maintaining self-sufficiency.
Some of the areas we provide Emergency assistance include:
* Prescriptions
* Funeral & Burial
* Housing/Rental
* Utility
* Transportation
* ID’s
* Employment Expenses & Employment assistance via our Employment Specialist
Eligibility:
* Must reside in the Waukegan Township.
* Must exhibit and document financial hardship.
* Must be able to demonstrate ongoing ability to pay after Emergency Assistance is granted.
* Must not be receiving any subsidized housing benefits.
You can elect Waukegan Township as your representative Supplemental Security Income payee to manage your funds when it has been determined that you are unable to do so yourself.
Other Assistance Programs:
The ReEntry program is designed to provide individuals with criminal records with the tools and skills needed to become gainfully employed while reducing recidivism rates in Lake County, IL.
