Case Managers apply for DHS for ALL clients Public Benefits
Public benefits RCA (Refugee Cash Assistance) Single (18+) Married without kids TANF (Temporary Assistance for Needy Families ) Married couple with kids Single parent with kids Pregnant woman
RCA Benefits CASH: $243 FOOD STAMPS:$187 MEDICAL CARD Time duration: Cash – 8 months Food Stamps – 6 months then reapply Medical – 1 year then reapply For Adult 18+
Family with kids Cash & food stamp for: 3 peopleCash $432 Food Stamps $497 4 people Cash $474 Food Stamps $632 5 peopleCash $555 Food Stamps $750 6 peopleCash $623 Food Stamps $900 Benefits: Cash (based on the number of people living in the family ) Food stamps (based on the number of people living in the family) Medical Card for all members of the family Duration: 5 years in the life time. TANF
SSI For clients 65+ It is possible for those not yet 65, but much more difficult Clients can apply after 30 days of arrival – Cash $698 – Food Stamps – Medical Card
DHS Website Read more about public aid and benefits clients are eligible for at
LINK Card This is what your mentee’s LINK card will look like: On it are SNAP funds, and Cash assistance
Checking LINK Card Balance You can help your mentee check their SNAP and Cash amounts online at Or over the phone at LINK (5465)
More Programs for Support LIHEAP Transportation money for ESL RCA– agency will pay clients back (4.25 per day) TANF- DHS should pay clients. Free lunch and breakfast in school
More Programs for Support Upwardly Global: Helps educated refugee clients find appropriate employment. 180 N. Wabash, Suite 310 Chicago, Illinois Phone: WIC: Food assistance program for women, infants and children. Your case manager will help you apply.
Other Programs for Support Free cell phones: Apply at Infant Inc. They will provide layette (box of clothing and diapers) for pregnant women. Call Lisa at