It is our mission to treat all people with respect, dignity and compassion in providing basic human needs while on the road to self-sufficiency.
General Assistance is administered to individuals or families in need who meet the financial and non-financial requirements. They must be currently seeking full time employment or be pending disability. Applications are taken at the Township Office by appointment (815-942-4243).
General Assistance services are provided on an appointment basis and normally require the following verifications:

• Proof of income

• Social Security Card  

• Driver’s license or picture identification        

• Proof of income for all family members (if applicable) 

General Assistance is available to persons in Wauponsee Township under the following guidelines:

• Those who are ineligible for categorical assistance from the Illinois Department of Human Services (Temporary Assistance to Needy Families, TANF):

• Those who are ineligible for Supplemental Security Income (SSI) from the Social Security Administration and

• Those who meet the other financial and non-financial eligibility criteria.

GA provides monthly financial assistance to meet basic maintenance needs such as food, shelter and utilities and also provides basic medical assistance.
A written application for GA must be filed with the Township. The Township will determine whether you are eligible for GA within 30 calendar days of the date you file your application.
Persons who receive GA must participate in a prescribed Work Training and Job Search Program.