Idhs Springfield Il (2024)

FAQs

How do I talk to a live person at DHS IL? ›

Instead, check on the status of your application by calling the Department of Human Services (DHS) helpline at 1-800-843-6154. Follow the prompts by first saying what program you are calling about and then say “case status”.

DHS Offices and Service Providers

You may also visit ABE.Illinois.gov or call the IDHS Help is Here toll-free line at 1-833-2-FIND-HELP.

Effective April 2024 – March 2025, the Medically Needy Income Limit (MNIL) in IL is $1,255 / month for an individual and $1,703 / month for a couple. The “spenddown” amount is the difference between one's monthly income and the MNIL.

For 2024 the SNAP benefits will increase, following the announcement that COLA will rise to 3.2%. The maximum allotments are expected to vary across the 48 contiguous states and DC, Alaska, Guam and the Virgin Islands.

The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) offers a Crisis Assistance Program for families who have an immediate need for food, shelter or clothing. The Crisis Assistance Program in Cook County includes shelter for individuals and families.

How much cash assistance will I get in Illinois for one person? ›

Once your application has been submitted, you will receive written notice from the Department of Human Services (DHS) within 14 days which will tell you the date and time of your interview. After your interview, you will get a determination letter (approval or denial) within 30 days.

The “pay back” cited by the new Illinois law refers to the requirement that the government seek payment from the estates of deceased Medicaid recipients for Medicaid dollars received. This is called Medicaid recovery.

You may also write the Department of Human Services (IDHS) at Department of Human Services, Bureau of Civil Affairs, 401 South Clinton St., 6th Floor, Chicago, Illinois, 60607 or call the IDHS Helpline Number at 1-800-843-6154 or 866-324-5553 TTY/Nextalk or 711 Relay.

If you need further information, please contact the Secretary of State's office by phone at 800-252-8980 (Illinois only) or by completing the Driver's License contact form or the Title and Registration contact form.

Phone: 1-217-782-6830. 1- 217-782-0244 (Constituent Affairs Help Line)

The most secure method we can currently offer is by in-person delivery, mail or fax. To email, please complete the Request for Investigation form (en español aquí) and follow the instructions at the bottom to submit. To contact the DCFS Office of the Inspector General by phone, please call 312-433-3000 or 800-722-9124.