Illinois Elder Care Subsidies & Grants (2026)
Illinois offers 3 major home care waiver programs for eligible residents. An estimated $198 million in elder care benefits goes unclaimed in Illinois each year.
Illinois Elder Care Programs (2026)
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Illinois Medicaid Waiver Programs
Illinois's Medicaid program is administered by the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services. Contact them at (217) 782-2570 to begin the application process.
- Community Care Program (CCP)
- Supportive Living Program
- Elderly Waiver
Income limits for Illinois Medicaid in 2026: $2,742/month for an individual and $5,484/month for a couple. Asset limits and other requirements vary by program.
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Medicaid HCBS Waiver
Home and Community-Based Services (HCBS) waivers allow Medicaid to pay for home care, personal assis...
VA Aid & Attendance
The VA Aid & Attendance benefit is a tax-free pension enhancement for eligible veterans and survivin...
State Home Care Subsidy
State home care subsidy programs provide direct financial assistance to pay for in-home personal car...
Respite Care Grant
Respite care grants provide temporary relief to unpaid family caregivers by funding substitute care ...
Caregiver Support Program
Caregiver support programs provide training, counseling, financial assistance, and community connect...
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