BAN Ministry

Benefit Access Network

Community Resource Programs

Hope Community Church can connect you with valuable programs to improve your quality of living. For more information on the programs below contact a member of the outreach ministry at (312) 208-5914 or (312) 208-5578.

SNAP

You may qualify for monthly benefits to assist you with groceries for your household.

  • SNAP allows you to choose which foods and drink you would like to purchase.
  • Supports growth of the local economy.
  • Automatically qualifies you for other programs – such as phone and internet assistance. 

Contact a member of the Outreach Ministry to see if you are eligible or to fill out an application for benefits. Already have SNAP? Contact a member of the Outreach Ministry for assistance with your recertification for your benefits.

Medicaid

Healthcare Coverage for you and your family.

  • Doctor’s visits
  • Immunization
  • Dental Care
  • Mental Health Services
  • Substance Abuse Services
  • Hospital Care
  • Emergency Services
  • Prescriptions and Medical Supplies

Contact a member of the Outreach Ministry to see if you are eligible or to fill out an application for benefits. Already have Medicaid? Contact a member of the Outreach Ministry for assistance with your recertification for your benefits.

LIHEAP

Utility Assistance Program

EDA’s LIHEAP programs offer heat and electricity assistance. If approved a one-time benefit is issued and applied directly to your utility accounts. Offers the opportunity for past due balance forgiveness. For more information, visit click here.

WIC

Nutrition program for women
and families with children

You are pregnant, recently pregnant Breastfeeding with an infant under 1 year old. Have a child under 5 years old in the household. For more information, call
I (855) WIC-CEDA (942-2332) or click here.

EITC

Earn Income Tax Credit

The Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC/EIC) is a benefit for working people with low to moderate income that reduces the amount of tax owed and may result in a refund. For more information click here.

Weatherization

Help getting your home ready for the winter

You can apply for the weatherization program from the safety of your home by calling a CEDA partner intake site. Locate the site closest to you by clicking here.