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for Low-Income


Nancy Lech
Caseworker
22385 W. Illinois Route 60
Mundelein, IL 60060
847.223.2847
847.223.2858 fax

Adopt-A-Family Holiday Program – Donors provide groceries or grocery store gift cards to make a Holiday meal, or purchase gifts for less fortunate township residents. The township will give the donor gift ideas and sizes to make shopping easier. Gift cards are always welcome. Please call if you would like to donate or if you would like to be a recipient.

Community Room – The Township’s Administration Center has a community room which can be used for scouting groups, clubs and community events at no charge.

Diaper Bank – Fremont Township is a member of the Diaper Bank Partnership of Lake County.  This service can provide 30 diapers / month (adult and child) to residents in need.

Emergency Assistance – Emergency Assistance is an annual assistance program that helps residents alleviate a life-threatening circumstance or to assist in self-sufficiency. Some circumstances may include eviction or past due rent or mortgage, utility disconnection, or prescription assistance. Applicant must be a township resident and meet the guidelines set forth by the Township Supervisor.

Food Pantry – We operate a food pantry which assists township residents who are experiencing financial difficulty or on a fixed income with non-perishable food products. You must be a township resident to receive items. The food pantry is open during normal business hours but recipient should call to schedule a pickup time. We accept donations of non-perishable food items, paper products, cleaning supplies, toiletries, grocery store gift cards, and cash.

General Assistance – General Assistance is a monthly assistance program that assists with living expenses and may include medical assistance. Applicant must be a township resident and meet the guidelines set forth by The Township Officials of Illinois.

Illinois Department of Human Services Programs – There is a new application to apply for Medicaid, SNAP (food stamps) and Cash Assistance. Find it online at www.abe.illinois.gov. We have paper applications available in English and Spanish at our office and will fax it for you.

LIHEAP – Low Income Heating Assistance Program is an annual assistance program that helps with the high cost of winter heating.  You must meet the income guidelines.

NICOR Sharing Program – This program provides energy assistance for NICOR customers only. You must meet the income guidelines and did not receive a LIHEAP grant in the same fiscal year. Please call Nancy Lech @ 847.223.2847 for additional information and to schedule an appointment or visit Nicor Gas Sharing Program.

Pregnancy Resource Center Referral – 300 N Seymour Ave, #C (847) 949-4443 Provides pregnancy tests, formula, diapers, clothing and baby items.

School Supplies – Fremont Township receives donations of school supplies in the Summer/Fall to provide low income students with the supplies needed for school.

Share-the-Harvest Thanksgiving Dinner – Donors provide groceries or grocery store gift cards to make a Thanksgiving meal for less fortunate township residents. We have seniors and families to provide for. Please call if you would like to donate or if you would like to be a recipient.

Share-the-Warmth Heating Assistance – SHARE-THE-WARMTH is an annual assistance program from North Shore Gas that helps with the high cost of winter heating. This program is for North Shore Gas and People’s Energy Customers who have an arrearage of at least $200.00. Please call 847.223.2847 for income guidelines and additional information.

Weatherization-  Qualified low-income households can receive weatherization assistance to save energy and money. Contact your local Community Action Agency or call 877.411.9276 for more information.

FREMONT TOWNSHIP

Administration Office
22385 W. Route 60
Mundelein, IL
60060

P: 847-223-2847
F: 847-223-2858

OFFICE HOURS
8:30 – 3:30
Monday – Friday

 

Assessor Office
22385 W. Route 60
Mundelein, IL
60060

P: 847-223-2846
F: 847-223-2858

OFFICE HOURS
8:30 – 3:30
Monday – Friday

 

Highway Dept.
22376 W. Erhart Rd.
Mundelein, IL
60060

P: 847-223-2848
F: 847-223-2876

OFFICE HOURS
7:00 – 3:30
Monday – Friday

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