| Program Name: | Benefit Access Program | |
| Organization: | Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) | |
| Address: | One Natural Resources Way
Suite 100 Springfield, IL 62702 |
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| Phone: | Senior HelpLine: 1-800-252-8966 | |
| Fax: | N/A | |
| TDD: | Dial Illinois Relay at 711 | |
| Email: | Aging.ILSenior@illinois.gov | |
| Website: | https://ilaging.illinois.gov/benefitsaccess.html | |
| Application Deadline: N/A | ||
| Program Start Date: Year-round | ||
| Program End Date: Year-round | ||
| Application Guidelines: | ||
| Individuals can apply here. | ||
| Briefly Describe the Purpose of the Program | ||
| The Benefit Access Program is administered by IDoA and offers two benefits for older adults and persons with disabilities: a license plate fee discount; and free rides on fixed-route transit systems. | ||
| Year Program Established: | ||
| Eligibility Requirements or Restrictions | ||
| The Benefit Access Program serves individuals age 65+ or 16+ who qualify as disabled; live in Illinois; and meet income requirements. | ||
| Funding Cap Per Application or Fiscal Year Program Funding: N/A | ||
| How Must Funds Be Used: | ||
| N/A | ||
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