*To be determined eligible for these benefits, you must submit a Benefit Access Application on the Internet. 0000179073 00000 n Contact Us => Adult Protective Services: 1-866-800-1409 or 1-888-206-1327(TTY) Text Size. For information about the Departments programs and services for older adults and persons with disabilities, visit https://www2.illinois.gov/aging/programs or contact the Senior HelpLine toll-free at 1-800-252-8966, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. ILHousingSearch.org provides detailed information about rental properties and helps people find housing to best fit their needs. Note: Have your Social Security number ready when you call. endstream 0000455992 00000 n To apply for the Benefit Access Program, click on the "Benefit Access" link under Programsat the top of the Department on Aging Website. SOS. However, you must have a Social Security number to fill out a Benefit Access Application. It started in 2012 and was created by the Illinois Department of Aging. hb``e``````{s1GJCbe!7.0bfx.-"7m1r`u`j:2AAKbLG#~1 |d[1kXmq93n3A(#O*qp0@r!#? 0000197521 00000 n 145 0 obj $33,562 for a 1 person household (yourself only); or $44,533 for a 2 person household (yourself and your spouse, or yourself and one Qualified Additional Resident); or $55,500 for a 3 person household (yourself, your spouse and one Qualified Additional Resident, or yourself and two Qualified Additional Residents). Oregon has the highest registration fees in the U.S.: between $268.50 and $636.50 for new vehicles and $122 and $306 to renew for two years. If one or both of you resided in a nursing home, you should each complete a separate Benefit Access Application. 0000169228 00000 n 0000005258 00000 n The office, though, cannot provide a discount on license plates unless the senior has a letter from the Department on Aging saying he or she qualifies for the Benefit Access Program. What discount can I get for my vehicle's license plates? The discount is available for one vehicle per household. If you are 65 years of age or older, or 16 years of age and totally disabled, you may be eligible for an income-based license plate discount through the Benefit Access Program of the Illinois Department on Aging. Persons with Disabilities Ride Free Transit Benefit, Secretary of State License Plate Discount. If you are 65 years of age or older, or 16 years of age and totally disabled, you may be eligible for an income-based license plate discount through the Benefit Access Program of the Illinois Department on Aging. Under the new guidelines, single-person households. A LICENSE PLATE FEE DISCOUNT FREE RIDES ON FIXED-ROUTE TRANSIT SYSTEMS Eligibility is determined by income, residency, age and/or disability utilizing an online application. 0000194085 00000 n During this time of high inflation, many older adults are finding it increasingly difficult to cover everyday expenses, said Illinois Department on Aging Director Paula Basta. How can I check the status of my application? Illinois Benefit Access Program Eligibility Mandated by the FederalOlder Americans Act and the Illinois Act on Aging, the Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) is a resident-directedadvocacy program which protects and improves the quality of life for residents in a variety of long-term care settings. License Plate Discount Internet filing for the above benefits is quick and easy. In this regard,how much is the senior . SOS. What if I want more information about the license plate discount? You must fill out an application either online on the Illinois Department on Aging website or call or visit your local senior center for help. You have to apply online for this program. * SPRINGFIELD Lower license plates fees are coming in 2023 for eligible older adults and persons with disabilities. 711(TRS), Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/covid-19-banner.jpg, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/covid-19-vaccine-banner.jpg, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/aboutus/publishingimages/director-basta-portrait.jpg, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/plate.png, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/group-people-button.png, Community Care Program Adult Day Services, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/ltcop.png, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/publishingimages/ILDOA_COVID-Toolkit_SocialGraphics_LongLiveIL-C_1080x1080.jpg, Long Live Illinois Campaign Multicultural Toolkit, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/ship.png, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/resources/newsandpublications/publications/publishingimages/HoFlogo.jpg. For those that qualify, the discounted license plate fee is $24. Limits on income are $33,562 . *Click here for a list of what is considered income. 209 0 obj 208 0 obj The Medication Management Demonstration (MMDP) seeks to reduce medication error rates and improve outcomes in clients who have historically been challenged by managing multiple medications at home. To qualify, residents must be at least 65 years of age or 16 years of age and disabled, as well as meet income requirements. *** For other Illinois residents, current renewal price for a passenger vehicle run $151, with additional fees tacked on for vanity and personalized plates. You may get the license plate discount for one vehicle per household. Contact Us: Chicago Senior Services Hotline : 312-744-4016 (Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.) Email at Aging@CityofChicago.org. Be Nice. License Plates Renewal site with designated PIN and registration i.d. Which state has the highest vehicle registration fees? Use the 'Report' link on person will not be tolerated. For a location near you, contact the Senior HelpLine at 800-252-8966 (toll free) or 888-206-1327 (TTY). A basic driver's license renewal costs . 0000126767 00000 n The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. Eligible older adults and persons with disabilities will see their annual license plate renewal fee reduced by more than half in the new year, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) announced recently. Copyright 2022. Illinois Department on Aging, in partnership with the Area Agencies on Aging and their providers, provides home and community-based education, support, and resources to persons with dementia and their caregivers. hbbbd`b``3n0 *A SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) Some older Illinoisans and Illinoisans with disabilities will pay less for their license plate stickers next year. What if I want more information about the license plate discount? A household containing one person, should have an annual. High 52F. 0000004237 00000 n Last year, more than 107,600 people received discounted renewals. 0000210078 00000 n racist or sexually-oriented language. Currents. 0000200312 00000 n Qualified Additional Residents are not eligible for benefits. 146 0 obj If you have questions regarding your discount, please contact the Secretary of State's office at 1-800-252-8980 to inquire about your discount and the control number. %PDF-1.4 % The Illinois Department on Aging does not discriminate in admission to programs or treatment of employment in programs or activities in compliance with appropriate State and Federal statutes. Eligible Military License Plates View the Illinois Department of Aging Benefit Access Program Guidelines. To find out if you qualify for any of the benefits, go to Do I qualify? Discount applies to one set of the following plates per household per year: standard passenger car, B-truck, persons with disabilities, recreational vehicles weighing up to 8,000 pounds, and military license. 0000169306 00000 n plates, please visit the Illinois Department of Aging's website at ilaging.illinois.gov. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph.. HOW CAN I GET A REFUND? If your Benefit Access Application is approved, the Illinois Secretary of State's office will allow you a license plate fee discount for one vehicle. To apply for the Benefit Access Program online, please visit https://ilaging.illinois.gov/benefitsaccess.html. The discount is available for one vehicle per household. Do NOT include the income of a Qualified Additional Resident. Winds light and variable. 0000201135 00000 n For information about the Departments programs and services for older adults and persons with disabilities, contact the Senior HelpLine toll-free at 1-800-252-8966, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. https://ilaging.illinois.gov/benefitsaccess.html, Schnucks introduces St. Louis CITY SC Player Pals, Sweeperstakes, OFallon, Shiloh to host candidate forum series March 9, 16, Partners host College Transit Challenge, reinforcing benefits of transit, Metro U-Pass availability, SIUEs Arts & Issues, Ann and Earl Lazerson Lecture Series feature visionary tech leader, January construction spending dips 0.1 percent; drops in homebuilding, public projects. Those who qualify also can. 0000045369 00000 n You may file again beginning 90 days before your eligibility expires. 0000005422 00000 n June 2021. E-mail: Aging.ILSenior@illinois.gov General Resources Since October, Senior Services of Central Illinois has been completing about 60 applications a month. You must fill out an application either online on the Illinois Department on Aging website or call or visit your local senior center for help. No racism, sexism or any sort of -ism ** Your spouse cannot apply separately. Biden surveys Ida cleanup in, Newsfeed Now: UPS driver spreads joy with TikTok, Newsfeed Now: Hurricane Ida death toll rises after, Newsfeed Now: Supreme Court allows Texas abortion, Newsfeed Now: Pres. This is a one-time fee, and there are separate additional fees based on the vehicle's weight. 0000304160 00000 n Core services include in-home, adult day and emergency home response. 0000184510 00000 n trailer Florida follows with a new vehicle registration fee of $225. According to the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA), under Public Act 102 . File a Property Tax Appeal The Illinois Property Tax Appeal Board is authorized by law to hear and adjudicate real property assessment disputes as follows: provide an informal forum for the hearing of contested appeals; Resolve appeals by issuing impartial decisions based upon equity and the manifest weight of the evidence; Establish clear, concise and accurate communications with the public . Be Proactive. Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/benefitsaccess/publishingimages/baa-flyer.jpg. 0000189963 00000 n <<7B8BFC43E1B4B2110A008056433EFD7F>]/Prev 464140/XRefStm 1892>> Learn more. The Department on Agings Benefit Access Program determines eligibility for a license plate discount from the Secretary of States office and free transit on fixed route systems in Illinois. Seniors or Persons with Disability Ride Free Transit Card. Illinois Country Living Magazine Site by Energized Graphics. Check the Website for the status of your application. endstream now available for TWO years once you have been approved. For further information, Call toll-free: 1-800-252-8980, or Visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com/services - see Online Services. Illinois Department on Aging 800-252-8966 888-206-1327 (TTY) ilaging.illinois.gov A person who lives with you (other than your spouse or Qualified Additional Resident) may apply on a separate Benefit Access Application, if he or she meets the requirements listed above. Those with specific questions about the price reduction, or about their vehicles registration status, are encouraged to contact the Illinois Secretary of States office at 800-252-8980. THANK YOU IN ADVANCE FOR YOUR HELP ON MY INQUIRY. This income-based discount on license plate renewals is welcome news for older drivers, helping them save money and keep their vehicle registration current., The lower annual license plate renewal fee for qualifying seniors will help them keep more of their hard-earned money in their bank accounts to spend on other things, such as prescription medicine, said Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White. Senior Services of Will County acts as the representative of the Illinois Department of Aging within our communities. *** The system will present your application status at that time. A Qualified Additional Resident is an individual, other than your spouse, who lived with you in the same residence last year and this year up to the time you file your Benefit Access Application; and, for whom you, or you and your spouse, provided more than half of that persons total financial support last year; and. This program is designed to prevent unnecessary institutionalization of older adults who have difficulty with household and personal care tasks. During this time of high inflation, many older adults are finding it increasingly difficult to cover everyday expenses, said Illinois Department on Aging Director Paula Basta, The lower annual license plate renewal fee for qualifying seniors will help them keep more of their hard-earned money in their bank accounts to spend on other things, such as prescription medicine, said Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White. No. The helpline can answer questions on Medicare, Medicaid, enrollment, drug plan information, and more. Older adults in Illinois ages 60+ who are eligible for Medicaid receive services through the Community Care Program (CCP). endobj Secretary of State Facility Finder allows you to search for facilities in Illinois. Provides technical assistance, phone support and counseling in order to help Medicare beneficiaries eligible for the Medicare Part D benefit select and enroll in Part D plans and eligible persons (including those under the age of 60) to apply for Medicare Savings Programs (MSP), Social Security Administrations (SSA) Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) Program, Medicare Part B Prevention and Wellness benefit and other prescription drug assistance program options. 0000247451 00000 n ** Partly cloudy skies. *Only documents scanned to the application will be accepted - Documents faxed to the Department on Aging will no longer be accepted. The cost of license plate stickers will cut down over half the cost of license plate stickers from $24 to $10 for Illinoisans on the Illinois Department of Aging's Benefit Access Program starting in 2023. Be Truthful. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Published on January 5, 2020 at 7:46 pm. To qualify, residents must be at least 65 years of age or 16 years of age and disabled, as well as meet income requirements. <>stream Eligibility and Frequently Asked Questions. Under Public Act 102-0807, which takes effect Jan. 1, 2023, drivers who qualify for IDoAs Benefit Access Program will pay only $10 for their license plate stickers, a decrease from $24 currently. NOTE: "Person with a disability" means a person unable to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of a medically determinable physical or mental impairment which can be expected to result in death or has lasted or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months. Property is returned at no cost with the proper identification. Call toll-free:1-800-252-8966. 0000283258 00000 n Our staff will assist with filling out the application by . 0000283706 00000 n Dec 29, 2022. SOS. To apply for the Benefit Access Program online, visit. License plate discounts are available for senior citizens or the disabled through the Illinois Department on Aging Benefits Access program. 0000179499 00000 n Income Limit Eligibility for License Plate discount or Ride Free Transit Card ; $33,562 for a 1-person household (yourself only) $44,533 for a 2-person household (yourself and your spouse, or yourself and on Qualified Additional resident. Click on Seniors then select Benefit Access Online Application on the top right side of the site and go from there. . 0000194590 00000 n 0000189444 00000 n %%EOF The regular plate renewal fee is $101. A A A. allows you to renew your license plate. **Applications submitted on January 1, 2023 through April 18, 2023 must use 2021 income to file. . Notifications from this discussion will be disabled. Coalition of Limited-English Speaking Elderly. Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/hero-new.jpg, Respect for Yesterday Support for Today Plan for Tomorrow, Senior Helpline:1-800-252-8966 DeKALB - Seniors in DeKalb County can buy their license plate stickers for $24 by filling out a Benefit Access application. 0000179189 00000 n To qualify as disabled, you must be at least 16 years of age prior to January 1 of the current year and be determined totally and permanently disabled from one of the following: Social Security Administration (Get Your Social Security Benefit Verification Online withmySocialSecurity), or, a Class 2 disability card from the Illinois Secretary of State's office, or. If you qualify for this program, you are eligible for a RTA / METRA Free Ride Pass. For deaf and speech-impaired communication over the telephone, dial Illinois Relay at 711. When you return to the Benefit Access Application Website, you will be prompted to enter your Social Security number, your date of birth and your name. 0000127178 00000 n This income-based discount on license plate renewals is welcome news for older drivers, helping them save money and keep their vehicle registration current.. provided through an award from Age Options under the Title III of the Older Americans Act as administered through the Illinois Department on Aging and Federal Administration on Aging . [320 ILCS 25/3.14]. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. You will find the link to theBenefit Access Online Application on the right side of the page. The Department on Aging's Benefit Access Program determines eligibility for a license plate discount from the Secretary of State's office and free transit on fixed route systems in Illinois. y..e`8` 4- The Department on Aging's Benefit Access Program determines eligibility for a license plate discount from the Secretary of State's office and free transit on fixed route systems in. When the costs of property taxes and prescription medicines begin to "overload" our seniors and persons with disabilities, this program . that is degrading to another person. You do not have to be a U.S. citizen to qualify for a license plate discount or ride free transit card. aging.ilsenior@illinois.gov . What if I share my home with someone other than my spouse or a Qualified Additional Resident? $55,500 for a 3 person household (yourself, your spouse and one Qualified Additional Resident, or yourself and two Qualified Additional Residents). For more information about Internet filing, click on the buttons below: For help filing your application, please contact your local Senior Health Assistance Program (SHAP) site (Click Here). 0000065514 00000 n Threats of harming another Get the Android Weather app from Google Play, Champaign County Jail inmates protest high bonds, Urbana Park District receives $550k to re-do Meadowbrook, Marching Illini raising money for March Forth campaign, Three lane closures planned for Champaign on Monday, BLOG: A day of rain, snow, wind, and everything in, WEATHER NOW: Wind gusts over 70 mph possible this, Unusual February tornadoes strike Central Illinois, Froebes record breaking day leads Lincoln to state, St. Thomas More lose in semis, heads to 3rd place, Meet Leena: a local kid reaching hearts and making, Our Planet Live in Concert coming to State Farm Center, Exploring the deep roots of African American hair, Illini Cat Club to host all-breed cat show, Talking all things hair extensions with Salon 105, Ten new laws going into effect in Illinois in 2023, Elimination of cash bail ruled unconstitutional by circuit judge, state to appeal to Supreme Court, Best smart home devices for older users, according, How to get started on spring cleaning early, according, Worried about your student using ChatGPT for homework? Eligibility and Frequently Asked Questions, Coalition of Limited-English Speaking Elderly. Visit www.cyberdriveillinois.com/services - see Online Services. To qualify, residents must be at least 65 years of age or 16 years of age and disabled, as well as meet income requirements. We'd love to hear eyewitness Please avoid obscene, vulgar, lewd, B-trucks. 0000127641 00000 n 0000084166 00000 n The program includes discounts on license plates, the Seniors Ride Free Benefit and the Persons with Disability Free Transit Ride Benefit. 0000189056 00000 n Please note: processing times to determine eligibility of your Benefits Access Application may take up to eight weeks depending upon requested documentation. 0000283482 00000 n APS protects adults ages 60 or older and people with disabilities ages 18-59. Income limits are $33,562 if single and $44,533 if married. Answers provided to the following questions are meant only to give general guidance and not legal advice. 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Eligible seniors may apply for the discount and pay $24 to renew their license plates. If you feel you have been discriminated against, call the Senior HelpLine at 1-800-252-8966; 1-888-206-1327 (TTY) ***If your application was denied using your 2021 income, you may re-apply online using your 2022 income on or after April 19, 2023. Consumer Services: Educate consumers on utility issues, help resolve customer/utility disputes Transportation: Oversees trucking insurance and registration, railroad safety, relocation and safety towing, household goods moving companies, You can ask a question or file a utility complaint with the Commission, Information to assist with reducing energy usage, [{"code":"en","title":"Illinois' Virtual Agent","message":"Hello"},{"code":"es","title":"Agente virtual de Illinois","message":"Hola"}]. 0. The State Treasurer is holding 2.5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. 145 65 Please wait 10 business days from the date of your approval for your license plate discount to be available. 0000283628 00000 n At the end of the two-year period, you need to file another Benefit Access application. 0000000016 00000 n . Cloudy skies this morning will become partly cloudy this afternoon. Do I qualify for Benefit Access Benefits? For a location near you, contact the Senior HelpLine at 800-252-8966 (toll free) or 888-206-1327 (TTY). SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) Some older Illinoisans and Illinoisans with disabilities will pay less for their license plate stickers next year. To qualify for the Benefit Access Program, you must live in Illinois, be 65 years old or older (or 16 with a disability), and meet certain household income requirements. 147 0 obj WANDTV. 0000185084 00000 n 0000025304 00000 n 0000169079 00000 n The regular plate renewal fee is $101. <>/Metadata 4 0 R/Pages 3 0 R/StructTreeRoot 6 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> If you and your spouse were permanently separated on December 31 of last year and are living at different addresses, you may each complete a separate Benefit Access Application, but may be required to prove that you are not living together by sending us legal separation papers from the court, divorce papers or a US1040 for each, indicating separate addresses. 0000168960 00000 n General Resources General Resources Coalition of Limited-English Speaking Elderly endobj Eligibility and Frequently Asked Questions.