Elk Grove Township's General Assistance Department administers several programs.  Please contact us for more information at 847-437-0300. Or drop us an e-mail at  ga@elkgrovetownship.com                           

General Assistance:                                                     
General Assistance, or GA, is a public assistance program mandated by state law for adults that are ineligible for state or federal programs and who meet financial requirements.  GA can provide monthly allotments for shelter, food, clothing, personal essentials, and transportation through direct vendor disbursements. Decisions of eligibility are made based upon state guidelines.  Those interested township residents in need should call or come in to pick up an application. 

Emergency Assistance:
Emergency Assistance, or EA, is available to families with children who are facing a life threatening circumstance (such as eviction or utility disconnection) and meet township established financial guidelines.  Residents facing such situations should call for an appointment.  Families receiving TANF or SSI are ineligible.   

Access To Care Intake:
Access To Care is a program offering primary medical care and treatment for minimal co-payments.  Suburban Cook County residents not covered by private insurance, Medicaid or Medicare and who qualify financially can enroll.  Please call the General Assistance Department to inquire.

Information and Referral:
In addition to township programs, staff is knowledgeable of state and federal entitlements. Applications for most Illinois Department of Human Services programs are available and advocacy provided when necessary.

A-OK Program:  This program is designated to enable Elk Grove Township low-income seniors to have work done around their home by students from High School District 214. Seniors in need should call to schedule an appointment for a home visit.                                                                                                                                                        

Township Community Health Nurse!  We are pleased to announce the addition of community health nurse Marge O'Brien RN, BSN.  Marge is available to complete home visits for seniors and disabled residents living in the unincorporated areas. Services offered by the Community Health Nurse are health assessments, screenings, blood pressure readings, and sugar checks. Marge will also provide health education to residents in need of such. For additional information Marge O'Brien at mobrien@elkgrovetownship.com