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Get Help Signing Up For Food Stamps

The Northern Illinois Food Bank will have a representative available at the Downers Grove Township Offices to assist you with Food Stamps applications and answer questions you may have regarding the process.

Please bring the following items to help assist the process (if possible):

  • Identification – Driver’s license, State ID, Birth Certificate
  • Pay Stub – if available
  • Rent Receipt
  • Statement / Letter showing money received from social security, SSI, VA etc.
  • Bank/Checking statements – if available

Date: Monday, March 22, 2010
Time: 9 am – 11:15 am
Location: Downers Grove Township Conference Room

See event listing on Triblocal.com.

Gary Ostrowski
General Assistance Coordinator
Phone: (630) 719-6610
Fax: (630) 719-6608
Email: gary.ostrowski@dgtownship.com

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Salvation Army – Emergency Assistance

The Downers Grove Township now offers the Salvation Army service extension program, which provides emergency assistance for residents of the Village of Downers Grove. You must have a zip code of 60515 or 60516.

The goal is to provide supportive assistance to people during crisis situations and to identify other community resources, which may provide additional help. Families may get assistance once in 24 months. For more information call Gary Ostrowski for an appointment.

Gary Ostrowski
General Assistance Coordinator
Phone: (630) 719-6610
Fax: (630) 719-6608
Email: gary.ostrowski@dgtownship.com

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Homeless Prevention & Re-Housing

The DuPage County Continuum of Care Homeless Prevention & Re-Housing Services consists of a number of community agencies that receive an array of grant funding.

These funds provide assistance to avoid eviction and homelessness of individuals or families experiencing a short-term economic crisis. The funds can also be used to assist homeless individuals or families in securing housing by providing short-term financial assistance and/or supportive services to eligible families. Homeless Prevention & Re-Housing Services are designed to stabilize individuals and families in their existing homes, shorten the amount of time individuals and families stay in shelters and assist in securing affordable housing. To apply for services call DuPage County Community Services at (630) 407-6500. Ask to speak with and Information & Referral Specialist to see if you meet the eligibility criteria.

Gary Ostrowski
Director of General Assistance
Email: gary.ostrowski@dgtownship.com
Phone: (630) 719-6610
Fax: (630) 719-6608

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