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SNAP rules are changing on February 1, 2026, and the Illinois Commission to End Hunger has created ready-to-use outreach materials to help inform Illinoisans about what to expect. Partners are encouraged to share these resources widely to keep communities connected to...
DuPage Federation developed an interactive self-paced training course for early childhood providers who are interested in learning the basics of public benefits. In particularly, the course covers Medicaid, Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) and...
Please join us in thanking individuals who are retiring or taking a break for their dedicated leadership, and in welcoming those stepping into new roles. Rhea Yap was named Executive Director of Chinese Mutual Aid Association, after serving as Interim Executive...
This month the Illinois Department on Aging released EngAging Illinois: A Comprehensive Plan for Living Well. The multisector plan sets a decade-long roadmap to support older adults and caregivers across the state. The plan focuses on creating livable and connected...
This free workshop, hosted by the American Society on Aging, explores how legislative changes impact older adults. These changes – including the Older Americans Act, H.R.1, and Social Security adjustments – impact older adults through eligibility rules, documentation...
To our coalition partners, Today we’re sharing our Quarter 2 report, Resilience in the Face of Uncertainty, the latest in our Federal Changes, Community Consequences series. The data in this report reflects a sector still in limbo. Providers navigating uncertainty in...
Our offices will be closed from Monday, December 22nd, through Friday, January 2nd. See you in 2026!
Dear Coalition Partners, As the year wraps up, I want to say this plainly: this has been a hard year. For me, and I know for many of you too. The work has felt heavier, the needs more urgent, and the consequences of getting it wrong have felt especially real. What has...
As the year closes, we wanted to share some resources to help you start strong in 2026. What’s Ahead for 2026: Federal and Illinois Policy Updates. (December 2025). Webinar co-hosted by The Health and Human Service Coalition of Illinois, Responsible Budget Coalition,...
The Living Wages, Thriving Communities campaign is so excited to announce our legislative champions for the 2026 session! • 19th district State Rep. Linsey LaPointe – chief sponsor for the Human Service Professional Loan Repayment Program • 85th district...