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

El Congreso y el presidente Trump han hecho cambios a SNAP. Algunas personas perderán beneficios desde el 1 de mayo de 2026 si no cumplen con los nuevos requisitos de trabajo o si no están exentos de ellos. 📝 Verifica si te afecta: bit.ly/4dClpvO 💻Recursos: bit.ly/41n8Sow

Congress and President Trump have made changes to SNAP and some customers will lose benefits on May 1, 2026 if they aren’t meeting new work requirements.  📝 1) Complete the Screener: aberp.illinois.gov/screener/ABA...  💻 2) Resources to meet requirements: www.dhs.state.il.us?item=177800

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Everyone deserves to feel safe and supported. This month, we stand with survivors and raise awareness of free, private resources through the Sexual Assault Prevention Program: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?it...

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.

This Arab American Heritage Month, we’re highlighting the Arab American Action Network (AAAN). They provide critical services, including: 📝 Public aid application support ✅ Naturalization application support 📚 Tutoring and homework assistance Learn more about AAAN: aaan.org

El Congreso y el presidente Trump han hecho cambios a SNAP. Algunas personas perderán beneficios desde el 1 de mayo de 2026 si no cumplen con nuevos requisitos de trabajo. 📝 Verifica si te afecta: aberp.illinois.gov/screener/ABA... 💻 Recursos: www.dhs.state.il.us?item=177800

🌈♾️ April is Autism Awareness Month 🌈♾️ This year's theme, “Celebrate Differences,” highlights the strengths, perspectives, and contributions people with autism make in public life We also celebrate the families, caregivers, and organizations who support people with autism throughout the year.

April is Second Chance Month – recognizing the importance of second chances and reducing barriers for people returning to their communities. Explore resources, services, and support through the Illinois Reentry Resource Hub: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?it...

🚨 Emergency or ICE sighting? Call ICIRR: 📞 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY ✅ 24/7, multilingual, confidential 🔗 illinoisi

IDHS Secretary Dulce Quintero and IDHS leaders joined the Senate Appropriations HHS Committee in Chicago to present the FY 2027 proposed budget. IDHS touches 1 in 3 Illinoisans at some point in their lives. We’re grateful to work with Senate leaders building stronger communities.

Find the latest SNAP updates anytime at snapfederalimpact.illinois.gov:  📝Announcements from the federal government  🗓️Important upcoming dates  🛒Links to interactive maps and other resources to find free programs across Illinois

🌍 April is National Minority Health Month 🌍 Everyone deserves the opportunity to live a healthy life. At IDHS, we’re committed to advancing health equity and reducing barriers that impact communities across Illinois. Stronger, healthier communities benefit us all.

Medication Assisted Recovery (MAR) is a 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

🌟 April is Arab American Heritage Month 🌟 We celebrate the cultures, histories, and contributions of Arab Americans across Illinois.

Women’s History Month spotlight: Dr. Margaret Burroughs 💙 Chicago educator, artist, writer, and co-founder of the DuSable Museum of African American History. Through art, education, and advocacy, she preserved Black history and uplifted community voices. Photo credit: margaretburroughs.com

🩵🩷🤍 Today, we honor Transgender Day of Visibility and draw inspiration from trans activists like Sylvia Rivera. IDHS proudly supports transgender, nonbinary, and gender-diverse people. 📲 Resources: phimc.org/initiatives/tgd-wellness-and-equity-program 📷 Photo credit: Sylvia Rivera Law Project

With so much going on in the world, connection with our community is crucial. Receive IDHS updates by subscribing to our newsletter. Head to our News Page to read and subscribe: shorturl.at/lGubz

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.

Únete a IDHS y sé parte de un equipo diverso que fortalece a Illinois. ¡Las habilidades bilingües son una ventaja! Explora oportunidades y apoya a tu comunidad: www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?it...

📢 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

Women lead across IDHS. 👩‍💼 Nearly 72% of executive and administrative leadership roles are held by women. This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women shaping strategy, guiding teams, and advancing public service for Illinois.

💜 Today is Purple Day for Epilepsy Awareness. We join together with those affected and work to reduce stigma and expand access to care and support.

Today, on the International Day of Remembrance of the Victims of Slavery and the Transatlantic Slave Trade, we honor the resilience, humanity, and enduring legacies of those impacted by this atrocity. We reflect, remember, and reaffirm our commitment to equity, justice, and human dignity.

At its March Equity Academy, the IDHS Office of Strategy, Equity, and Transformation welcomed Xyla Gatilao of the Chicago Women’s History Center to discuss women’s health equity and justice. Illinois women have helped shape a broader vision of health, community well-being, and justice.

Women’s History Month spotlight: Mary McDowell 💙 Chicago reformer Mary McDowell fought for sanitation, public health, and stronger support for working families and immigrant communities. Her legacy shows how social justice and healthy communities go hand in hand.

Todos merecen apoyo. La Línea 988 está disponible 24/7 con ayuda gratuita y confidencial. 📞 Llama o 📲 manda un mensaje al 988. 🌐 988lifeline.org Nunca estás solo

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

This weekend, we observe International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. We reaffirm our commitment to equity, inclusion, and justice, working to remove barriers and ensure everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness.

💛💙 As World Down Syndrome Day approaches, we celebrate the abilities and contributions of people with Down syndrome. We remain committed to inclusive communities where everyone can thrive, access services, and participate fully in education, work, and community life.

Representation matters. Nearly 40% of the women in our workforce are Black women. This Women’s History Month, we honor their leadership, service, and lived experience, which strengthen our agency and communities across every region of Illinois.

¿Detuvieron a un ser querido? Actúa. 📝 Apoyo urgente: illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/know-your-rights#detained 📞 1-855-HELP-MY-FAMILY

Today, on Social Work Day, we honor the dedication of social workers who strengthen families, support individuals, and advance equity across our state. Your compassion and advocacy transform lives – thank you for all you do every day. 💙

El Congreso y el presidente Trump han hecho cambios a SNAP. Algunas personas perderan beneficios desde el 1 de mayo de 2026 si no cumplen con nuevos requisitos de trabajo. 📝 Verifica si te afecta: aberp.illinois.gov/screener/ABA... 💻 Recursos: www.dhs.state.il.us?item=177800

Congress and President Trump have made changes to SNAP and some customers will lose benefits on May 1, 2026 if they aren’t meeting new work requirements. 📝 1) Complete the Screener: aberp.illinois.gov/screener/ABA... 💻 2) Resources to meet requirements: www.dhs.state.il.us?item=177800

Renew benefits, report changes, upload documents, receive notices, and handle appointments and appeals all in one place with the updated Manage My Case portal.       1️⃣Visit ABE.Illinois.gov      2️⃣ Click 'Manage My Case'  3️⃣ Link account to benefit case and confirm identity

Women’s History Month spotlight: Sophonisba Breckinridge 💜 Chicago reformer, educator, and trailblazer in social work and public welfare policy. Her advocacy helped advance protections for children, families, immigrants, and working communities across Illinois.

🌟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

Este Mes de Concientización sobre el Juego Problemático, te recordamos: No estás solo. Hay apoyo confidencial 24/7 si tú o alguien que conoces tiene problemas con el juego. 📞 1-800-GAMBLER 📱 Texto: GAMB al 833234 💻 AreYouReallyWinning.com

🛡️ Haz un plan familiar: ✅ Poder legal, cuidado, preparación 🛡️ Create an emergency plan: ✅ POA, care, & family prep 🔗 illinoisimmigrationinfo.org/get-prepared-stay-protected#fep

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

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women who power our work at IDHS. Women make up 68% of our workforce – more than two-thirds of all employees. From frontline staff to policy leaders, their leadership and expertise help serve Illinois families and communities.

DBHR leaders Director Dr. David Albert, Assistant Director Dr. Rafael Rivera, and Chief of Staff Ryan Rollinson met with the Institute for Nonviolence Chicago to hear from community partners and strengthen efforts to advance safety, healing, and resilience.

Students at the Illinois School for the Deaf got to meet Scott Lehmann and Shayna Unger, who became the first Deaf Americans to summit Mount Everest in 2023. They shared what it takes to prepare – from months of training to the specialized clothing and safety gear required for the climb.

💙 Women’s History Month spotlight: Ellen Gates Starr Co-founder of Chicago’s Hull-House, she helped expand education, local supports, and resources for working families and immigrant communities in Illinois. Her legacy reminds us that stronger communities begin with dignity, opportunity, and care.

Federal changes to SNAP mean Able-Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWDs) will lose benefits on May 1, 2026 if:   • they have received SNAP for three months, and   • they have not met or were not exempt from work requirements.   Find the latest SNAP updates: snapfederalimpact.illinois.gov

This Employee Appreciation Day, we thank our dedicated staff for the compassion, professionalism, and commitment they bring to serving Illinois families. Their work strengthens communities and ensures critical services reach those who need them most. We’re proud to serve alongside you.

On International Women’s Day this Sunday, we celebrate the leadership, resilience, and contributions of women across our state. We remain committed to advancing equity, removing barriers, and strengthening programs that empower women and girls to thrive.

Todos merecen apoyo 💙 La Línea 988 está disponible 24/7 con ayuda gratuita y confidencial. 📞 Llama o 📲 manda un mensaje al 988 🌐 988lifeline.org Nunca estás solo.

💙 March is Social Work Month! We recognize the dedicated social workers who support individuals, families, and communities across our state. Their compassion, expertise, and advocacy strengthen the people IDHS serves every day.