Assistance to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled ( AABD)
This program is for persons who are aged, blind, or disabled and who need money. This is a cash assistance program, but it can also provide medical coverage and food stamp benefits, as well. A person may be eligible for AABD if they: –Receive Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or are ineligible for SSI due to income or are ineligible for SSI due to expiration of federal time limit on assistance to certain immigrants who have not yet become U.S. citizens. –Are a U.S. citizen or meet certain requirements for noncitizens –Live in Illinois –Are 65 years or older, blind, or disabled Please visit: http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=30370 for more information.
