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In this weekly low income news recap, we’re going to talk about low income housing, medical charity care, and even some incredible state-specific payments that will be going out to …
We've found free help in Illinois! This state has resources that can help you with free food, low income housing, benefits, pet care expenses and so much more! Whether you live in Chicago, Springfield, Peoria or beyond, we've found resources that may be able to help you.
Illinois needs Low Income Relief.
A recent study revealed that more than 1.4 million Illinois residents live in poverty. Over 15% of children in the state are in families with incomes below the poverty line (which, for this study, was defined as $25,926 per year for a four-person family).
Basically, Illinois scores poorly in income inequality, unemployment, gender wage gaps, affordable housing and more.
How does Low Income Relief help in Illinois?
For years, Low Income Relief has helped low income people across Illinois connect with resources, benefits and programs around the state that can help alleviate the strain of poverty. We've discovered that too many people just don't know what's out there to help them.
That's why we're here. We created this information service to help low income people connect with resources, benefits and programs that can help lift them out of poverty. After all, the programs are out there. They just aren't always easy to find.
Over the years, we have helped millions of people save money, get free stuff and make ends meet.
In this directory, you'll find everything we've found that is unique to the state of Illinois. For more assistance that is available nationwide, be sure to check this link as well. If you have any questions, you can chat with Lira now or leave a comment anywhere on our website for more information.
What are people saying about Low Income Relief in Illinois?
We love these recent comments from our readers!
Your website has helped us to keep our three kids not only well fed, but safe and entertained. We have visited museums and grown gardens, thanks to the information we were able to find on your website! -Mary G, Illinois
We're going to the zoo this spring, due to the information from this site. I have a new grandson, and through LIR I've found information for my daughter to have transportation to the doctor and back, and also to WIC. -Cassandra G., Illinois
I love this website so much! We were just up for a renewal for Amazon Prime, and I was going to have to cancel it… but then I saw the link for what having a LINK card could help us with, and Amazon Prime is one! And now I get it for so cheap (something we can actually afford)! -Jaelynn L., Illinois
In this weekly low income news recap, we’re going to talk about low income housing, medical charity care, and even some incredible state-specific payments that will be going out to …
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A $1,400 stimulus check for seniors is being advertised all over YouTube and the web… but is it real?
Got questions? You’re not alone! We’ve had countless people reach out to us, asking if this is a legitimate offer or a terrible scam.
If you have an older cell phone, it may stop working in 2022 when 3G is phased out. Here’s what you need to know.
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If you’re a City, Water, Light and Power customer near the city of Springfield, Illinois, we’ve found ways that you can save money on your utilities!Save money on your CWLP …
Wondering how you can save money on your CenterPoint Energy bill? You’re not alone! We know many people struggle with unbearably high utility bills, so we’ve looked into this company …
Do you need an attorney but can’t afford one? We found Illionis legal aid resources that might be able to help you get an attorney.
Just Energy customers could be saving money on their bills. No matter what your utility company is, you could get help with your energy supply.
You can get free school supplies in Chicago. You don’t even have to spend money to get your kids ready for school this year!