How to apply for Rock Island County Township General Assistance + Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination (Rock Island County)

Who it's for

Rock Island County emergency aid: (1) DISTINCTIVE to Illinois — TOWNSHIP GENERAL ASSISTANCE (GA): each township supervisor provides emergency 'General Assistance' for residents with little or no income — help with rent, utilities, food, and personal/medical needs (Illinois's analog to Indiana's township-trustee relief). In the cities this is the City of Rock Island Township and the Moline / South Moline townships; elsewhere find your township supervisor through the county. (2) WIAAA for case management, meals, and the Community Care Program (309-793-6800). (3) Project NOW Community Action Agency for LIHEAP utility help and other supports. (4) UnityPoint Trinity and MercyOne Genesis financial assistance for medical bills. (5) Salvation Army / Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Peoria / Christian Care / King's Harvest. (6) River Bend Foodbank pantries. (7) Dial 211.

What you'll need

• Proof of Rock Island County township residency
• Proof of all household income
• Photo identification
• Documentation of the emergency need (eviction notice, shutoff notice, etc.)

Where to apply

What to say when you call

“Hello, I'm calling to ask about Rock Island County Township General Assistance + Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination (Rock Island County). I'd like to know whether I may qualify, what documents I need, and whether I can apply online, by mail, by phone, or in person. I understand I may need proof of rock island county township residency, proof of all household income, photo identification — is anything else required? What is the best next step?”

Tip: have a pen ready, ask for the person's name, and write down any case or reference number they give you.

Renewals

as-needed