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During the holiday season, we extend our appreciation to the individuals, families, partners, and staff who strengthen communities across our state. We remain committed to promoting dignity, safety, and well-being for all in Illinois.
IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 24, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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Medication Assisted Recovery (MAR) is an effective treatment and harm reduction tool for opioid use disorder.

MAR NOW connects callers directly with providers offering treatment options – like prescriptions by phone or same-day clinic visits, offering the first step toward recovery.

📞 833-234-6343
MAR NOW. Help is here. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 24, 2025 at 4:57 PM
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⛓️ ¿Detuvieron a un ser querido? Actúa.

📝 Apoyo urgente:
illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/know-your-rights#detained
📞 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY

⛓️ Loved one detained? Act now.
�� Get urgent help:
illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/know-your-rights#detained
📞 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY
Conoce tus derechos! Know your rights. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 23, 2025 at 7:17 PM
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🌟BEACON is a one-stop resource making it easier than ever to find mental and behavioral health support for children and youth.

Take the first step toward hope and healing: beacon.illinois.gov
Guiding families to brighter days. Beacon. beacon.illinois.gov
December 19, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline offers 24/7, free, and confidential support from trained crisis counselors who are here to listen and help.

Getting support is easy:
📞 Call 988
📲 Text 988
🌐 Visit 988lifeline.org

Help is here.
You are seen, valued, and never alone. 24/7, free, and confidential support from trained crisis counselors. 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
December 19, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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🛡️ Haz un plan familiar:
✅ Poder legal, cuidado, preparación

🔗 illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/get-prepared-stay-protected#fep
Conoce tus derechos! Know your rights. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 18, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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📢 Illinois stands with people experiencing homelessness, immigrants & impacted communities.

The Chicago Coalition to End Homelessness offers guidance, safety tips & a hotline: 312-641-4148.

Learn more: chicagohomeless.org/outreach
Know your rights. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 18, 2025 at 7:00 PM
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Emergencia o viste agentes de ICE? Llama:

📞 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY
✅ 24/7, multilingüe, seguro
🔗 illinoisimmigrationinfo.org
Conoce tus derechos. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 17, 2025 at 10:15 PM
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🌈 Need LGBTQIA+ support? IL Pride Connect offers free, confidential help with name & gender changes, housing or job discrimination, school & healthcare rights, immigration, family protections, & more.

💻 www.ilprideconnect.org
Legal Hotline Hours: Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.
📞 Call: 855-805-9200
IL Pride Connect. Know your rights. Find Support.
December 17, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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📢 ¿Necesitas ayuda legal?
📋 Gratis o bajo costo para DACA, defensa contra deportación, etc.
🚫 Notarios no son abogados!

📢 Need legal help?
📋 Free/low-cost aid for deportation defense, DACA & more. 🚫 Notaries aren’t lawyers!

🔗 illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/legal
Conoce tus derechos! Know your rights. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 16, 2025 at 7:15 PM
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Illinois Cares for Kids is a child care resource for:

💵 Payment assistance
🏡 Home visiting
📚 Early developmental services

💻Visit IllinoisCaresforKids.org to learn more.

#ChildCare #EarlyChildhood #IllinoisCares
Help is Here. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services. Illinois Cares for Kids
December 15, 2025 at 10:04 PM
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¿Buscas dónde conseguir comida? 🍽️

IDHS puede conectarte con despensas de alimentos, comedores comunitarios y otros servicios cerca de ti.

💛 Encuentra apoyo aquí: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?it...
IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services. Despensas de alimentos y comedores comunitarios
December 15, 2025 at 7:02 PM
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Nunca estás solo. Si estás pasando por un momento difícil, llama o manda un mensaje al 988. La Línea 988 está disponible 24/7 con apoyo gratuito, confidencial y con respeto. Visita 988lifeline.org para más información. 💬❤
988 Línea 988 de Prevención del suicidio y crisis Illinois
December 12, 2025 at 10:29 PM
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Looking to start a new career? Find a position that will help make a difference!   

IDHS offers a wide range of career opportunities.   

💻 Explore open career opportunities throughout Illinois at bit.ly/4jsFfct
We're hiring. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 12, 2025 at 7:24 PM
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¿Necesitas ayuda legal o apoyo para personas LGBTQIA+?

IL Pride Connect ofrece ayuda gratuita y confidencial:
�� Cambio de nombre/género
🏡 Discriminación
🏫 Derechos en escuela/salud

📞 855-805-9200 | 💻 ilprideconnect.org
de lunes a jueves, 9 a.m.–4 p.m.
IL Pride Connect. Gratuito. Confidencial. En todo el estado
December 11, 2025 at 7:14 PM
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🌍 On Human Rights Day, we affirm that everyone in Illinois deserves dignity, safety, and well-being. 🍽️🏠🩺🧡

Find food, housing, or health resources at www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx
Human Rights Day. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 10, 2025 at 7:07 PM
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🛡️ Haz un plan familiar:
✅ Poder legal, cuidado, preparación

🛡️ Create an emergency plan:
✅ POA, care, & family prep

🔗 illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/get-prepared-stay-protected#fep
Conoce tus derechos! Know your rights. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 9, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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Protect your benefits.

Never share your PIN or card number. IDHS will not call or text you for this information.

Only access your LINK account by: 

📞 Calling: 1-800-678-LINK 
💻 Visiting: ebtEDGE.com or the ebtEDGE app where you can change your PIN or freeze your card.
IDHS will not call or text you for your LINK account information.  Only access your LINK account by calling 1-800-678-LINK or by visiting ebtEDGE.com or the ebtEDGE app.
December 8, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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Everyone deserves the support they need.

The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 to provide free, confidential support from trained crisis counselors who respond with compassion and respect.

📞 Call 988
📲 Text 988
🌐 Visit 988lifeline.org

Help is always here.
When the lows feel too low. Free, trained, confidential support. 988 suicide and crisis lifeline Illinois
December 5, 2025 at 10:00 PM
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🌈 Need LGBTQIA+ support? IL Pride Connect offers free, confidential help with name & gender changes, housing or job discrimination, school & healthcare rights, immigration, family protections, & more.

📞 Legal Hotline: 855-805-9200 (Monday–Thursday, 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.)

💻 www.ilprideconnect.org
Learn more about IL Pride Connect by calling the Legal Hotline at 855-805-9200 Monday through Thursday (9 a.m. - 4 p.m.).
December 4, 2025 at 10:02 PM
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No es necesario que vayas a una oficina de IDHS para obtener la ayuda que necesitas.   

Puedes solicitar beneficios o administrar tu caso de dos maneras:  

💻 En línea – ABE.Illinois.gov  

📞 Por teléfono – 1-800-843-6154 o 1-866-324-5553 TTY  

Tu información está protegida por IDHS
No tiene que ir a la oficina -- puede recibir ayuda desde casa. ABE Application for Benefits Eligibility. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 3, 2025 at 10:16 PM
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On International Day of Persons with Disabilities, IDHS honors people with disabilities and recommits to access, inclusion, and choice in school, work, housing, health care, and community life.

💻 Learn about support and services: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx
International Day of Persons with Disabilities. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 3, 2025 at 7:21 PM
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Emergencia o viste agentes de ICE? Llama:

📞 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY

✅ 24/7, multilingüe, seguro
🔗 illinoisimmigrationinfo.org

🚨 Emergency or ICE sighting? Call ICIRR:

📞 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY

✅ 24/7, multilingual, confidential
🔗 illinoisimmigrationinfo.org
Conoce tus derechos! Know your rights. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 2, 2025 at 7:01 PM
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❤️ Today, we honor people living with HIV, remember those we’ve lost, and stand with communities most impacted by HIV and AIDS.

At IDHS, we’re committed to expanding access to testing, prevention, treatment, and supportive services so everyone in Illinois can live with dignity, health, and hope.
IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services. World AIDS Day
December 1, 2025 at 10:20 PM
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🌍 This Universal Human Rights Month, we affirm that everyone in Illinois deserves safety, dignity, and opportunity.

At IDHS, we work with partners to expand access to food, housing, health care, and support.

🤝 Learn more: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx
Universal human rights month. IDHS Illinois Department of Human Services
December 1, 2025 at 7:10 PM