TANF Applications | Application for Benefits Eligibility
100 South Grand Avenue East, Springfield, IL 62704
Eligibility
Applicant must be pregnant or have a child under 19 years of age living with them; Child who is 18 years old must be a full-time high school student; A pregnant woman (and her husband, if he lives with her) without any other children may also qualify; Must reside in Illinois; Be a U.S. citizen or meet specific immigration requirements; Must develop a plan for becoming self-sufficient and follow that plan
Required documents
May include, but not limited to: Children's birth certificates (to show they are related to you)
Social Security cards for everyone
Paycheck stubs and proof of other income
Hours
Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 5:00 pm
800-843-6154
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DHS Help Line
866-324-5553
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TTY
Websiteabe.illinois.gov
Languages
English, Spanish
Application process
(1) Call or visit website at www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30358
(2) Submit required documents
Fees
No Fees
Service area
IL
Administrative entity providing healthcare coverage for adults and children who qualify for Medicaid, and Child Support Services to help ensure that Illinois children receive financial support from both parents.
Date of Last Formal Update
09/03/2025
Data provided by
211 DuPage County
What's Here
Providing organization
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services
Administrative entity providing healthcare coverage for adults and children who qualify for Medicaid, and Child Support Services to help ensure that Illinois children receive financial support from both parents.