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Those with specific questions about the price reduction, or about their vehicles registration status, are encouraged to contact the Illinois Secretary of States office at 800-252-8980. If you requested the ride free benefit, please contact your local public transit system for further information. The Illinois Department of Aging announced Wednesday that drivers who qualify for the department's "Benefit Access Program" will only pay $10 for their license plate stickers in 2023.. Winds SW at 5 to 10 mph.. . Eligible older adults and persons with disabilities will see their annual license plate renewal fee reduced by more than half in the new year, the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) announced recently. For a location near you, contact the Senior HelpLine at 800-252-8966 (toll free) or 888-206-1327 (TTY). startxref B-trucks. You may get the license plate discount for one vehicle per household. person will not be tolerated. Internet filing for the above benefits is quick and easy. plates, please visit the Illinois Department of Aging's website at ilaging.illinois.gov. ***Please be aware that ANY application that has had no activity for 90 days will be removed from the system and you will be required to file a new application. Partly cloudy skies. *Only documents scanned to the application will be accepted - Documents faxed to the Department on Aging will no longer be accepted. *Click here for a list of what is considered income. Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/hero-new.jpg, Respect for Yesterday Support for Today Plan for Tomorrow, Senior Helpline:1-800-252-8966 The senior license plate discount applies to up to one vehicle per household per year, and can only be used for: Passenger vehicles. It started in 2012 and was created by the Illinois Department of Aging. Persons with Disabilities Ride Free Transit Benefit, Secretary of State License Plate Discount. The cost of license plate stickers will cut down over half the cost of license plate stickers from $24 to $10 for Illinoisans on the Illinois Department of Aging's Benefit Access Program starting in 2023. APS protects adults ages 60 or older and people with disabilities ages 18-59. . Which state has the highest vehicle registration fees? 0000003206 00000 n
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The Department on Aging's Benefit Access Program determines eligibility for a license plate discount from the Secretary of State's office and free transit on fixed route systems in Illinois. We interviewed our tech expert, Jaime Vazquez, to learn more about accessible smart home devices. We will notify the Illinois Secretary of State if we have approved your Benefit Access Application. SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WCIA) Some older Illinoisans and Illinoisans with disabilities will pay less for their license plate stickers next year. This income-based discount on license plate renewals is welcome news for older drivers, helping them save money and keep their vehicle registration current.. The cost of license plate stickers will cut down over half the cost of license plate stickers from $24 to $10 for Illinoisans on the Illinois Department of Agings Benefit Access Program starting in 2023. 0000197521 00000 n
During this time of high inflation, many older adults are finding it increasingly difficult to cover everyday expenses, said Illinois Department on Aging Director Paula Basta, The lower annual license plate renewal fee for qualifying seniors will help them keep more of their hard-earned money in their bank accounts to spend on other things, such as prescription medicine, said Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White. NOTE: "Person with a disability" means a person unable to engage in any substantial gainful activity by reason of a medically determinable physical or mental impairment which can be expected to result in death or has lasted or can be expected to last for a continuous period of not less than 12 months. provided through an award from Age Options under the Title III of the Older Americans Act as administered through the Illinois Department on Aging and Federal Administration on Aging . 0000196770 00000 n
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To learn more about ChatGPT and how we can inspire students, we sat down with BestReviews book expert, Ciera Pasturel. hbbbd`b``3n0 *A To qualify for the Benefit Access Program, you must live in Illinois, be 65 years old or older (or 16 with a disability), and meet certain household income requirements. Core services include in-home, adult day and emergency home response. A person who lives with you (other than your spouse or Qualified Additional Resident) may apply on a separate Benefit Access Application, if he or she meets the requirements listed above. For questions regarding your application, please contact the Senior HelpLine at 1-800-252-8966 (toll-free) or 1-888-206-1327 (TTY). Check the Website for the status of your application. Mandated by the FederalOlder Americans Act and the Illinois Act on Aging, the Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP) is a resident-directedadvocacy program which protects and improves the quality of life for residents in a variety of long-term care settings. 0 [320 ILCS 25/3.14]. 0000247490 00000 n
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This is a one-time fee, and there are separate additional fees based on the vehicle's weight. You need to bring a copy of all the information that verifies your incomeMore seniors will be able to qualify for the Benefit Access Program. You must fill out an application either online on the Illinois Department on Aging website or call or visit your local senior center for help. now available for TWO years once you have been approved. During this time of high inflation, many older adults are finding it increasingly difficult to cover everyday expenses, said Illinois Department on Aging Director Paula Basta. trailer You may check application status 48 hours following submission. SPRINGFIELD Lower license plates fees are coming in 2023 for eligible older adults and persons with disabilities. y..e`8` 4- Qualified Additional Residents are not eligible for benefits. The Medication Management Demonstration (MMDP) seeks to reduce medication error rates and improve outcomes in clients who have historically been challenged by managing multiple medications at home. Be Proactive. A new law taking effect Sunday sets the cost for those who qualify under the Illinois Department on Aging's Benefit Access Program at $10, which is down from $24. endstream Go to the URL Show Coupon Code COUPON Senior Citizen Discount For License Plates Stickers For Illinois The State Treasurer is holding 2.5 billion dollars in unclaimed funds for Illinoisans. Paper applications are not available. Older adults in Illinois ages 60+ who are eligible for Medicaid receive services through the Community Care Program (CCP). 0000178677 00000 n
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If your spouse died last year, you would file as single and claim only your income. A basic driver's license renewal costs . License plate fees to drop in 2023 for some Illinois residents. 0000126767 00000 n
Income Limit Eligibility for the License Plate . Low 31F. NOTE:You must include your spouse's income if married and living together on December 31 of last year. ILHousingSearch.org provides detailed information about rental properties and helps people find housing to best fit their needs. If you are 65 years of age or older, or 16 years of age and totally disabled, you may be eligible for an income-based license plate discount through the Benefit Access Program of the Illinois Department on Aging. You can check the Website at anytime to determine your application status. <>/Metadata 4 0 R/Pages 3 0 R/StructTreeRoot 6 0 R/Type/Catalog/ViewerPreferences<>>> If approved, click on "certificate" under Print and your Benefit Access Program Eligibility Notice will appear. I applaud the Illinois General Assembly for this new law, and especially the sponsors, State Rep. Cyril Nichols (D-Burbank) and State Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel (D-Plainfield).. License Plate Discount Internet filing for the above benefits is quick and easy. 0000065514 00000 n
$55,000 for a 3-person household (yourself, your Florida follows with a new vehicle registration fee of $225. each comment to let us know of abusive posts. For more information, . Seniors who qualify for the discount pay $24 to renew their license plates. To apply for the Benefit Access Program online, please visit https://ilaging.illinois.gov/benefitsaccess.html. Coalition of Limited-English Speaking Elderly. Submit the letter when you purchase or renew your license plates to get the $24 discount. To apply for the Benefit Access Program online, visit. You have permission to edit this article. Lawmakers argue that money can go toward different places in someones budget such as prescriptions. 0000005258 00000 n
racist or sexually-oriented language. a completedAttachment A Physician's Statementthat meets the total disability criteria established by the Social Security Administration. Eligible seniors may apply for the discount and pay $24 to renew their license plates. What if I want more information about the license plate discount? To apply for the Benefit Access Program, click on the "Benefit Access" link under Programsat the top of the Department on Aging Website. 0000002224 00000 n
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**Applications submitted on January 1, 2023 through April 18, 2023 must use 2021 income to file. More Illinois seniors will qualify for state benefits such as discounted license plates and free transit under new income guidelines that took effect for . For a location near you, contact the Senior HelpLine at 800-252-8966 (toll free) or 888-206-1327 (TTY). Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) is a free statewide health insurance counseling service for Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers. 0000185184 00000 n
For a household containing one person, the annual income cap is $33,562. For information about the Departments programs and services for older adults and persons with disabilities, contact the Senior HelpLine toll-free at 1-800-252-8966, Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m. https://ilaging.illinois.gov/benefitsaccess.html, Schnucks introduces St. Louis CITY SC Player Pals, Sweeperstakes, OFallon, Shiloh to host candidate forum series March 9, 16, Partners host College Transit Challenge, reinforcing benefits of transit, Metro U-Pass availability, SIUEs Arts & Issues, Ann and Earl Lazerson Lecture Series feature visionary tech leader, January construction spending dips 0.1 percent; drops in homebuilding, public projects. Shari Hanson of the information and assistance department at Elder Care Services, 1701 E. Lincoln Highway, said Benefit Access is an ongoing program with the Illinois Department of Aging and Secretary of State's Office. On February 15th, Governor Pritzker announced his Fiscal Year 2024 proposed budget for the State of Illinois, which includes $1.6 billion for the Department on Aging. The system will present your application status at that time. 0000185084 00000 n
Last year, more than 107,600 people received discounted renewals. These benefits are available for two years after you been approved. 0000169193 00000 n
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The Illinois Department on Aging does not discriminate in admission to programs or treatment of employment in programs or activities in compliance with appropriate State and Federal statutes. Note: Have your Social Security number ready when you call. 0000001892 00000 n
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Biden announces aggressive new, Newsfeed Now: Biden to launch new plan against COVID-19, Newsfeed Now: Health experts concerned about COVID-19, Newsfeed Now: Pres. Do I qualify for Benefit Access Benefits? The discount is available for one vehicle per household. Eligibility and Frequently Asked Questions, Coalition of Limited-English Speaking Elderly. 0000283706 00000 n
High 52F. Seniors or Persons with Disability Ride Free Transit Card. When you return to the Benefit Access Application Website, you will be prompted to enter your Social Security number, your date of birth and your name. The helpline can answer questions on Medicare, Medicaid, enrollment, drug plan information, and more. Income Limit Eligibility for License Plate discount or Ride Free Transit Card ; $33,562 for a 1-person household (yourself only) $44,533 for a 2-person household (yourself and your spouse, or yourself and on Qualified Additional resident. 0000127178 00000 n
Currents. License Plates Renewal site with designated PIN and registration i.d. License Plate Purchasing (Pick a Plate) Purchase Vanity and Personalized License Plates. 146 0 obj Dec 29, 2022. Copyright 2023 Nexstar Media Inc. All rights reserved. 711(TRS), Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/covid-19-banner.jpg, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/covid-19-vaccine-banner.jpg, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/aboutus/publishingimages/director-basta-portrait.jpg, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/plate.png, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/group-people-button.png, Community Care Program Adult Day Services, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/ltcop.png, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/publishingimages/ILDOA_COVID-Toolkit_SocialGraphics_LongLiveIL-C_1080x1080.jpg, Long Live Illinois Campaign Multicultural Toolkit, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/images/ship.png, Image source: /content/dam/soi/en/web/aging/resources/newsandpublications/publications/publishingimages/HoFlogo.jpg. To qualify, residents must be at least 65 years of age or 16 years of age and disabled, as well as meet income requirements. This program is designed to prevent unnecessary institutionalization of older adults who have difficulty with household and personal care tasks. The Department on Agings Benefit Access Program determines eligibility for a license plate discount from the Secretary of States office and free transit on fixed route systems in. $55,500 for a 3 person household (yourself, your spouse and one Qualified Additional Resident, or yourself and two Qualified Additional Residents). 0000179414 00000 n
A Qualified Additional Resident is an individual, other than your spouse, who lived with you in the same residence last year and this year up to the time you file your Benefit Access Application; and, for whom you, or you and your spouse, provided more than half of that persons total financial support last year; and. Eligibility and Frequently Asked Questions. Select Service Type and Location Service Type: County: You must select a county to search. HOW CAN I GET A REFUND? You have to apply online for this program. For other Illinois residents, current renewal price for a passenger vehicle run $151, with additional fees tacked on for vanity and personalized plates. substantial discount on license plates fees to those . 0000148244 00000 n
How much are Illinois license plates for seniors? 213 State Capitol Springfield, IL 62756 800-252-8980 (toll free in Illinois) 217-785-3000 (outside Illinois) Contact Forms ***If your application was denied using your 2021 income, you may re-apply online using your 2022 income on or after April 19, 2023. <<7B8BFC43E1B4B2110A008056433EFD7F>]/Prev 464140/XRefStm 1892>> allows you to renew your license plate. 0000283831 00000 n
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Apply on the Benefit Access Application if you meet the following requirements: you must be 65 years of age or older by December 31 of the current year; or, you must be 16 years of age or older and totally disabled before January 1 of this year. For more information about Internet filing, click on the buttons below: For help filing your application, please contact your local Senior Health Assistance Program (SHAP) site (Click Here). Ombudsman work is directed by the resident. 0000168960 00000 n
*Get Your Social Security Benefit Verification Online withmySocialSecurity. Once your application is approved you may print a certificate of eligibility to take to your local transit authority or Secretary of State's Office. Do I qualify for the Benefit Access Program? Learn more. The program includes discounts on license plates, the Seniors Ride Free Benefit and the Persons with Disability Free Transit Ride Benefit. On Jan. 1 . Parts of the Department on Aging's Benefit Access Program, formerly known as the Circuit Breaker Program, allows for the Secretary of State's office to provide for a reduced-fee license plates aimed toward senior citizens and persons with disabilities with specific qualifications. Our staff will assist with filling out the application by . endobj 0000189963 00000 n
I applaud the Illinois General Assembly for this new law, and especially the sponsors, State Rep. Cyril Nichols (D-Burbank) and State Sen. Meg Loughran Cappel (D-Plainfield).. We'd love to hear eyewitness Core services include in-home, adult day and emergency home response. General Resources General Resources Coalition of Limited-English Speaking Elderly What if I share my home with someone other than my spouse or a Qualified Additional Resident? The regular plate renewal fee is $101. 0000201135 00000 n
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Eligibility and Frequently Asked Questions. 145 0 obj Since October, Senior Services of Central Illinois has been completing about 60 applications a month. Get an email notification whenever someone contributes to the discussion. If you and your spouse were permanently separated on December 31 of last year and are living at different addresses, you may each complete a separate Benefit Access Application, but may be required to prove that you are not living together by sending us legal separation papers from the court, divorce papers or a US1040 for each, indicating separate addresses. 0000004682 00000 n
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Please wait 10 business days from the date of your approval for your license plate discount to be available. Don't knowingly lie about anyone Folks seeking to see if they qualify for our services may call our intake line at 815-723-9713. To start a new application, or to search for an existing application,
$24 You will get a letter from Secretary of State Jesse White saying that you have been accepted into the Benefit Access Program via the Illinois Department on Aging. Discount applies to one set of the following plates per household per year: standard passenger car, B-truck, persons with disabilities, recreational vehicles weighing up to 8,000 pounds, and military license. Limits on income are $33,562 . To find out if you qualify for any of the benefits, go to Do I qualify? DeKALB - Seniors in DeKalb County can buy their license plate stickers for $24 by filling out a Benefit Access application. APS protects adults ages 60 or older and people with disabilities ages 18-59. If you are 65 years of age or older, or 16 years of age and totally disabled, you may be eligible for an income-based license plate discount through the Benefit Access Program of the Illinois Department on Aging. aging.ilsenior@illinois.gov . The State holds these lost funds until they are claimed by either the original owner or their heirs. To learn more about the program, you can visit IDoAs website. License plate discount available for senior citizens Currents February 2020 If you are 65 years of age or older, or 16 years of age and totally disabled, you may be eligible for an income-based license plate discount through the Benefit Access Program of the Illinois Department on Aging. However, you must have a Social Security number to fill out a Benefit Access Application. endobj APS is locally coordinated through 45 provider agencies; caseworkers receive reports, conduct investigations and work with older adults to resolve abusive situations. Be Truthful. Ketia Daniel, founder of BHM Cleaning Co., is BestReviews cleaning expert. A household containing one person, should have an annual. Your spouse cannot apply separately. Consumer Services: Educate consumers on utility issues, help resolve customer/utility disputes Transportation: Oversees trucking insurance and registration, railroad safety, relocation and safety towing, household goods moving companies, You can ask a question or file a utility complaint with the Commission, Information to assist with reducing energy usage, [{"code":"en","title":"Illinois' Virtual Agent","message":"Hello"},{"code":"es","title":"Agente virtual de Illinois","message":"Hola"}].