Medicaid Low-Income Standards for Seniors For individuals, as of 2023, monthly income must not exceed $1,133 from counted sources and total assets must be below $2,000. For married couples, the combined monthly income limit is $1,526, and the combined asset limit is $3,000.
65 years of age or older before January 1 of the current year; or • You must become 65 years of age this year; or • You must be 16 years of age or older before January 1 of the current year and qualify as disabled. Residency Requirements: You must live in Illinois at the time you file your application.
65 years of age or older before January 1 of the current year; or • You must become 65 years of age this year; or • You must be 16 years of age or older before January 1 of the current year and qualify as disabled. Residency Requirements: You must live in Illinois at the time you file your application.
Housing Opportunities and Maintenance for the Elderly (H.O.M.E.) provides minor home repairs to eligible seniors through its Upkeep & Repair Program. H.O.M.E. is a Chicago-based non-profit organization that helps income-eligible seniors live independently.
This Community Care Program service provides assistance with household tasks such as cleaning, planning and preparing meals, doing laundry, shopping and running errands. Home Care Aides also assist clients with personal care tasks such as dressing, bathing, grooming and following special diets.
Community and family. Community and family are vital to seniors, contributing to their overall well-being, happiness, and quality of life. Being part of a family or community gives seniors a sense of belonging and purpose.
In many communities, a variety of services are available to help older people. Depending on the person's needs, you might hire a home health aide to visit on a regular basis, arrange transportation so the person can run errands, or speak with a geriatric care manager to help coordinate care.
This program allows persons 65 years of age and older, who have a total household income for the year of no greater than $65,000 and meet certain other qualifications, to defer all or part of the real estate taxes and special assessments (up to a maximum of $7,500) on their principal residences.