Illinois Department of Human Services

Category: State government office in Chicago, Illinois

Address: 8001 S Cottage Grove Ave, Chicago, IL 60619, USA

Phone: +17736024200

Opening hours

Sunday: Closed

Monday: 8AM–5PM

Tuesday: 8AM–5PM

Wednesday: 8AM–5PM

Thursday: 8AM–5PM

Friday: 8AM–5PM

Saturday: Closed

Reviews

Crystal Estrada

Sep 16, 2022

Ignorant workers, definitely racism going on in there.

Victoria Gross

Sep 15, 2022

They either need to close this place down or get better workers because omg the people that work here are just hostile for no reason. They snap off for nothing. Like I'm literally talking ro this lady calmly and she just got attitude. This is why I stop going up there and just do everything over the phone. Make no sense how they treat people.

sabrina brown

Jul 8, 2022

Okay. Here is the thing with this office and U have to excuse me for the long review. It is what I do and have been doing for quite some time now. My first experience with this location was back in 2003 since my initial experience I have Comeback to this location in 2011, 2016 and recently in 2021/2022. In all the times I visited DHS on 80th Cottage Grove I never encountered any real problems or unprofessional like behavior. Back in 2003, in the olden days of doing things when U had to come here and park yourself outside the door at 6:00AM in the morning just so your needs, questions and problems can be dealt with by 4:30PM. I never once had to deal with State Government workers that could careless about your situation and need for Public Aide Assistance. There is always going to be one or two that should of retired or maybe chosen another line of work, but most of the staff I had to deal with even the Security Guards that allowed U 2 come in THE OFFICE early back (open the doors @ 7:30AM when the office opened @ 8:00AM) in the day when it was cold outside were cordial/decent. The long waits of the OLD were never fun and the staff did have a tendency to all go to lunch @ the same time. Which always made U loose patient even more because the process was long and quite arduous at times. I do recall a lists was given to all new case numbers on what to bring to set up a new file. But now everything can be done either online or over the phone, if U get the right caseworker, who is extremely knowledgeable and knows HER damn job well, SHE will be able to assist U in all things Public Aide Assistance. I have dealt with two over the PHONE THE past two years that were patient, kind and very professional / WENT above/beyond to HELP in all matters related even unrelated to Public Aide Assistance. My suggestion is to apply online or use their 1 800 to call and apply, hopefully U will get a decent caseworker to assist U with questions, and RESOLVING any issues involving your case. Please do not call the number listed on the website for this office they will not answer and will not give any information over the phone. U will have to make a in person visit which is probably better, plus the bests time to come from past experience is on a Thursday/Friday because the beginning of the week (HAD A LOT OF TRAFFIC) is USUALLY when folks are known for coming to apply etc…. Finally, if there is a person with disabilities, senior citizens or just need assistance to HAVE A FAMILY MEMBERS/ FRIEND or THEIR KIDS step up and step in to HELP with those groups in getting Public Aide Assistance. THANK YOU FOR READING HOPEFULLY THIS WILL HELP SOME!!!

Yaya9704

May 10, 2022

Ophelia Murray has helped me out tremendously. Very sweet lady, patient, and fast.

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Questions & Answers

Worse place ever, should be shut down!!!!!!!!

Jay Boog | Oct 6, 2018
Kylee Stingley | Oct 6, 2018

Completely agree

how to get case change to another location this one so unorganized they messed up my case twice

Keisha Denise | Oct 6, 2018
Dallas Mom | Oct 6, 2018

You can go to any office and they can pull up your case. As long as you are in a community office.

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DO THEY EVER ANSWER THE PHONE??? BEEN CALLING FOR AN 1/2 HOUR AND THEY KEEP HANGING UP.

MsMiriamJuicy Hogan | Oct 6, 2019
Rolanda Pruitt | Oct 6, 2019

The Dhs offices and the people they service are not good people. They love to make complaints about there cases not being processed in particular cash cases registered for phone interview. The client was made aware that they had to come in office for their Redd so they calls Region 1S about why they didn't receive their cash. When clearly they were explained the policy and procedure during the interview. It was the client insisting to complete the medical/ Snap assistance. Making the next person to handle case confused about why wasn't their cash portion not certified. You people wonder why any office are not pick up on whim for any clients. When the worker wants to do their jobs it is very difficult to appease people who are disgruntled and exaggerate their complaints. So if DHS NOT ANSWER YOUR CALLS PEOPLE THIS WOULD BE THE REASON AND CONDERATION OF SERVICING PEOPLE THAT ARE CONSISTENTLY BOMBARDING THE LOCAL OFFICE DAILY! 🤔☹😭

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Why does the phone keep hanging up when I call?

antoine smith | Oct 6, 2019
Alexis Brooks | Oct 6, 2019

Their phones donot serve the Citizens of Chicago . They eat food in the Work Area , many of the workers donot give correct information. We MUST insist on better policies . Everyone is not computer savvy or own one. Thats even more challenging . The hiring of more workers is definitely needed. This Building is much to small and toilets must be cleaned often............ETC.

I been trying to call they number for days why put a number on here to call if you're not going to answer the phone ...everyone are not always able to keep coming in to the office all the time just to ask a question..

Dell Palmer | Oct 6, 2019
Katrina Sims | Oct 5, 2020

EXACTLY....I'm TRTIN 2 figure out y put the # on the letter & say call if they're NOT goin 2 answer. I've been callin 4 2 days now & they have ONLY 2 prompts, 1: HELP w/Espanol, 2: If u have an active acct & need 2 speak w/a worker....After it ring 4 so many times then it hangs up, REALLY How bout NOTHIN sayin press "0" 2 speak w/an operater/receptionist.... Dis is SAD....

Why is this office full of corruption?

Klove Sudds | Oct 6, 2019
Shawn Clark | Oct 6, 2019

Its really not. If u feel u not being serviced correctly u can do a grievance, ask for the local office administrator or call Springfield. That office uses a system that is messed up. I understand your pain truly but that office has good workers but they can only do so much. Voices need to be heard. Make a change and let your voice be heard to the administrators that can make the change

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Do I suppose to go in and get my food stamp card? The lady said she will call bug never did...

Mariah Johnson | Oct 6, 2018
Shawn Clark | Oct 6, 2018

How long are u willing to wait? Check up on your biz

I feel they should start answering that phone because every1 is not able 2 come nore make it N!!

Donqueal Harmon | Oct 6, 2019
Raquel Salazar | Oct 5, 2020

Those humans come in already mad. I agree with you they think they will never need assistance.

How long will i have to wait for stamps if i missed my mid point report??i went up there to do it but still no food stamps

Brandi Williams | Oct 6, 2018
wake up Michael Johnson | Oct 6, 2018

I been waiting 2 Months 3 weeks for Food Stamps starving Mervin my new name

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How do i stop my case from going to another state

Lucy Dunbar | Oct 6, 2018
illuminada hawkins | Oct 6, 2018

Stop by goin 2 the office and lettin them knw u dont want ur case goin 2 another state if u not movin there but 2 let u knw u n 4 a long wait

Can you go in office for link replacement card still

latonya scott | Oct 6, 2018
Dallas Mom | Oct 6, 2018

The Office will not give you a link card. They can only be mailed to you.

What time do they open

Joe Tumpich | Oct 6, 2018
Barbara Pittman | Oct 6, 2018

Supposed to be 8:30-5:00 however they have cut-off times to actually assist people!

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Can I print a application off your website

Takiya Goines | Oct 6, 2017
Dallas Mom | Oct 6, 2018

It is best if you apply online. Search ABE application in your Google search engine.

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Is there a fax or email that paperwork can be sent to.?

MsMiriamJuicy Hogan | Feb 7, 2022
ahmed | Feb 7, 2022

Unfortunately i don't know sorry

Can I drop off my Application at the Door?

Patrick Tarver | Oct 5, 2020
Tammy Washington | Oct 5, 2020

Sure take it to the front desk and they should call you

Why no one answer the phone when i'm trying to reach them about my benefits. Haven't received my food stamps yet

Julie Mooney | Oct 5, 2020
Amber Consuegra | Oct 5, 2020

They never answer. I always go up there.

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Do they help with utilities?

Gino Spencer | Oct 5, 2020
MylifeIdowhatIwant | Oct 5, 2020

No

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Can u cash this $100 voucher from goverment

April Walton-el | Oct 5, 2020
judith celio | Oct 5, 2020

Yes you can. State of illinois issued checks to those whose SNAP applications took over 30 days to complete. There should be an explanation on the letter about why you are receiving the check. As a side note, IDHS has gotten tremendously better at completing the applications. Enjoy your money!

Are they open on Saturday

Joan Thompkins | Oct 5, 2020
Shawn Clark | Oct 5, 2020

No

Why can't answer their telephones?

Sharon Mathews | Oct 6, 2019
Sherrieta Williams | Oct 6, 2019

Because they be short staffed in the call center

Will the public aid office be open on Tuesday

Laquinta Jackson | Oct 6, 2019
EARL C FORTENBERRY Jr | Oct 6, 2019

No problem. All Federal, state, county, and city offices including the post office will be closed, as well as all public schools. All banks, savings and loans and credit unions also will be closed on Tuesday.

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WHO DO I CALL ABOUT MY STAMPS????

MsMiriamJuicy Hogan | Oct 6, 2019
Alexis Brooks | Oct 6, 2019

Hopefully Springfield IL will help you. Everyone must inform them of the awful service we receive ....ETC

Are they open today ?

Ciara Bre | Oct 6, 2019
Christopher McMorris | Oct 6, 2019

No. Closed today

I submitted my mid- point 3 times still nothing

Latrice Gather | Oct 6, 2018
Alexis Brooks | Oct 6, 2018

Tell your Clients why the Department has phones. You never answer. It's a WASTE of TAX PAYERS HARD EARNED MONEY ???

Can u recertify on line

Twindalyn Enoch | Oct 6, 2018
Muse Roebuck | Oct 6, 2018

They say you can but I haven’t been able to find anything

Can 17 years olds with a baby apply for food stamp and cash

Rosie Jones | Oct 6, 2018
illuminada hawkins | Oct 6, 2018

If u on ur own yes and long as u not on no1 else case

Can I get a card at the office

peaches creme | Oct 6, 2017
Kylee Stingley | Oct 6, 2017

It is a hit or miss, depends on the staff member how much they're willing to assist you, they are liable to just say no and go about their business because they're horrible workers

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