Benefits · Emergency Aid
How to apply for Calhoun County General Assistance + Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination (Calhoun County)
Calhoun County government (General Assistance) + community organizations
Who it's for
Calhoun County emergency aid: (1) DISTINCTIVE — Calhoun County is one of Illinois's 17 COMMISSION (non-township) counties, so it has NO townships; instead General Assistance (GA) — emergency rent/utility/food relief for residents with little or no income — is administered at the COUNTY level by Calhoun County government (precinct form). (2) West Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging / the local senior center for case management, meals, and the Community Care Program (217-223-5700). (3) the local Community Action Agency for LIHEAP utility help. (4) Jersey Community Hospital / Alton-area financial assistance for medical bills. (5) Salvation Army / area churches / local food pantries. (6) Dial 211.
Calhoun: COMMISSION (non-township) county (17th) — General Assistance runs at the COUNTY level (precinct form). Layered with West Central Illinois AAA, LIHEAP, hospital financial assistance, and 211.
What you'll need
- Proof of Calhoun County residency
- Proof of all household income
- Photo identification
- Documentation of the emergency need (eviction notice, shutoff notice, etc.)
Where to apply
Apply online: official application
By phone: 211
Renewals
as-needed
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