General Assistance
Berwyn Township administers the state-mandated General Assistance program, designed to help Berwyn Residents in need who are not eligible for Social Security or a state-supported program. Residents who qualify are able to come to the Township for assistance. In order to determine if one meets all requirements necessary to apply for General Assistance, residents should contact the General Assistance Department at 708-788-6600. General Assistance is considered to be the program of last resort.
Services
Date of Last Formal Update
06/09/2023
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Physical Address
6600 West 26th Street, Berwyn, IL 60402
Hours
Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm; Tue 9:00am - 8:00pm; Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm; Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm; Fri 9:00am - 2:00pm;
Voice
Fax
708-788-0432
Voice
Voice
Application process
Call or visit the township hall to request an application
Eligibility
* Restricted to residents of Berwyn Township * Restricted to adults age 18+ * Must be a United States Citizen or Qualified Immigrant * Cannot be currently enrolled in any government programs that provide financial assistance
Languages
English
Service area
Berwyn, IL
Agency info
Berwyn Township
Berwyn Township provides a variety of services for residents in need of assistance.