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Support ServicesThere are many great services available to help Illinois' residents support themselves and their families in a time of need. If you need help, Illinois workNet can help by pointing you in the right direction. The largest provider of support services for Illinois' residents is the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). External link opens in a new window

Illinois workNet Disability PathwayServices and resources for individuals with disabilities can be found on the Illinois workNet Disabilities Pathway.

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    IL Home Weatherization Assistance Program
    The Illinois Home Weatherization Assistance Program External link opens in a new window (IHWAP) is designed to help low income residents save fuel and money, while increasing the comfort of their homes. 

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  • Illinois Department of Human Services
    Department of Human Services DHS helps Illinois families achieve self-sufficiency, independence and health to the maximum extent possible.  Visit the IDHS web site. External link opens in a new window

  • Low Income Energy Efficient Residential Retrofit Program

    More than $213,000 in grants will help existing low-income homeowners replace items such as refrigerators, furnaces, lighting, dishwashers and air conditioners with energy-efficient models.

    Legislation approved last year created funding for programs and incentives through money from ComEd and Ameren to reduce electrical energy usage and demand by company customers.

    Click here External link opens in a new window to learn who is eligible and  how the process works.


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