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Full Resource Name:

BENTON TOWNSHIP - General Assistance

Address

40020 North Greenbay Road
Beach Park, IL 60099

(847) 746-2100

www.bentontownship.com

Hours:

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

*Closed for lunch: Noon - 1:00 PM

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Description:

Provides monthly financial assistance to help Township residents in need. Helps pay towards rent, utilities, or medical expenses. Provides temporary aide while individual finds a job or waits for benefits approval.

Eligibility:

Must be a Benton Township resident

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call to request application and schedule appointment

Documents Required (varies on an individual basis):
- Photo ID
- Proof of income
- Proof of address
- Social security card

Contacts

Program Contact Information

Primary Contact

Program Contact Information

(847) 746-2100

lwbooth@bentontownship.com

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 746-2100

Address Listings

Mailing

40020 North Greenbay Road
Beach Park, IL 60099

Physical (Primary)

40020 North Greenbay Road
Beach Park, IL 60099

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

None

Date of Official Change:

August 6, 2025

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Electric Service Payment Assistance

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Gas Service Payment Assistance

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General Relief

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Medical Care Expense Assistance

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Prescription Expense Assistance

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Rent Payment Assistance

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Water Service Payment Assistance

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