How to apply for Hardin County General Assistance + Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination (Hardin County) in Illinois

Who it's for

Hardin County emergency aid: (1) DISTINCTIVE — Hardin 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 Hardin County government (precinct form). (2) Egyptian Area Agency on Aging / the local senior center for case management, meals, and the Community Care Program (618-985-8311). (3) Shawnee Development Council for LIHEAP utility help and other Community Action supports (618-634-2201). (4) Hardin County General Hospital Charity Care + the CHESI Hardin County Medical clinic (Elizabethtown) for sliding-fee medical, dental, and behavioral care. (5) Salvation Army / area churches / local food pantries. (6) Dial 211.

What you'll need

• Proof of Hardin County 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 Hardin County General Assistance + Emergency Aid — Referral Coordination (Hardin 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 Hardin County 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