WAUKEGAN TOWNSHIP (SHIELDS TOWNSHIP) - General Assistance

Address

149 S Genesee Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

(847) 244-4900

www.waukegantownship.com/

Service Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Description:

Offers monthly financial support for Waukegan and Shields Township residents who are indigent and cannot work or are seeking employment. Provides support for rent, utilities, medical expenses, and other basic needs.

Eligibility:

- Must be resident of Waukegan Township or Shields Township
- Must have a medical condition that prevents individual from being able to work, or are seeking employment
- Must attend monthly workshops while enrolled in program

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call to schedule appointment

Documents Required:
- GA application (provided during intake appointment)
- Physician's note stating individual cannot work due to medical condition/s

Contacts

Program Contact Information

Program Contact Information

(847) 244-4900

tsprings@waukegantownship.com

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 244-4900

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

149 S Genesee Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

Mailing

149 South Genesee Street
Waukegan, IL 60085

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Legal Status:

Township

Date of Official Change:

December 3, 2024

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