The Office of General Assistance is open to the public. Properly worn masks are required if you are not vaccinated or recovering from an illness. We are providing normal services.
If you are needing assistance, please call 309-343-9059 and answer some questions for us so we can determine which program you might qualify for. We are always happy to provide you with appropriate referrals. You are welcome to stop in to pick up an application for General Assistance or Emergency Assistance. In order to apply, we require certain documents, as listed below. Your completed application will need to be returned with the following:
- Copy of your current Driver’s License or State ID (not expired)
- Social Security card
- SNAP card & Medicaid card (or proof of these benefits from DHS)
- Bank activity for past 30 days for all accounts you may have, including Cash App, Venmo, etc.
- Paystubs for past 30 days
- Proof of SSI claim filed (if you are disabled and unable to work)
- Physician's Medical Form signed by you, completed by doctor & faxed back by doctor
General Assistance applications can be found on our Facebook Page under the NOTES section (search for @TownoftheCityofGalesburg); in the foyer of our building at 121 W. Tompkins and here on our website under the Documents section.
Kimberly A. Thierry - Township Supervisor Town of the City of Galesburg 309-343-9059