The universality and history associated with the postage stamps attaches to them an aura ,which is far beyond their physical form. Postage stamps perform multifarious roles of being the paper ambassadors representing their country of origin, to being brand images of their postal administrations, promoters of the image of a nation ,and, as collectibles. Over a period of time, however, the postage stamp has evolved into an article with diverse functions ranging from its original role, to functioning as a tool for celebration and promotion of a nation’s heritage, and, as a collectible item, of both intrinsic and actual value, which may differ greatly from its postal value. The State of Illinois provides reasonable accommodations according to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.Historically, a Postage stamp began as a piece of paper, a receipt denoting a specific value, which was a token of prepayment for postal service equivalent to its face value. You may also write the Department of Human Services (IDHS) at Department of Human Services, Bureau of Civil Affairs, 401 South Clinton St., 6th Floor, Chicago, Illinois, 60607 or call the IDHS Helpline Number at 1-80 or 86 TTY/Nextalk or 711 Relay.ĭHS, HHS, and USDA are equal opportunity providers and employers. (3) Email: institution is an equal opportunity provider.Īdditional Illinois Nondiscrimination Information Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD-3027) found online at:, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State of Illinois Department of Human Services) where they applied for benefits. Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), religious creed, disability, age, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA. In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. SNAP and FDPIR State or local agencies, and their sub recipients, must post the following Nondiscrimination Statement:

May contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities Contact InformationĭHS, USDA, and HHS are equal opportunity providers and employers. The DHS caseworker will tell you what you need.

other types of documents depending on your circumstances.

proof of Social Security numbers for all people on your application.

You will be asked for various types of documents such as: You will be asked to come to the office for an interview or participate by phone if you are unable to come to the office. The application process begins the day your DHS office receives your signed application.

Please call our toll-free line at 1-80 (Voice), Nextalk 1-80, 711 TTY Relay, if you have questions or need help with the application.

Use the DHS Office Locator to locate the Family Community Resource Center in your county to apply for benefits.

Applications are taken at DHS local offices.

Use the DHS Office Locator to locate your local office.Īpply At Your local Family Community Resource Center Once you've completed the application, carry, mail or fax it to your local Family Community Resource Center.You may print out the application and write on it if you prefer. If you can't answer all the questions, that's ok. IL444-2378 BS Solicitud Para Asistencia Economica - Asistencia Medica - Estampillas de Comida (SNAP) (IES) (pdf).

IL444-2378 B - Request for Cash Assistance, Medical Assistance, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)(IES)(pdf).

Please refer to the ABE Customer Guide (pdf) and visit the ABE Customer Support Center.

Use the Application for Benefits Eligibility (ABE) to apply for SNAP, cash or medical assistance - online, anytime.

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