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COVID-19 Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Benefits Expire

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Since 2020, SNAP recipients have been receiving extra SNAP dollars each month through the COVID-era Emergency Allotments program. Emergency Allotments were first distributed in Illinois in April 2020 and have been extended monthly since that time.  These benefits have been critical in helping households navigate the economic disruption of COVID and historic food inflation.  The […]

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2-1-1 Metro Chicago

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Chicago and suburban Cook County residents now have access to a local 2-1-1 service—changing the landscape for how we meet the needs of our neighbors. 2-1-1 is a free, 24/7/365 service that connects them to essential health and social service support and information during times of non-emergency crisis and for everyday needs.  Important for residents:  Call 9-1-1 for […]