COMRADES, FAMILY & FRIENDS, IT IS TIME TO TAKE A STAND ON THE STATE CUTS FOR SERVICES. It is double jargon of legislation that “thanks our service members and veterans” and then cut benefits that impact our communities and our families! It’s time to stand up with legislators who are defending our community services and the community capital grant funds that have been interrupted for community veteran projects. That means we need to be front and center for the rallies being held across the state. June 25, 5:30PM at Chicago State and Governor State Universities.
The Illinois Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) is designed to assist eligible low income households pay for winter energy services. LIHEAP will provide a one-time benefit to eligible households to be used for energy bills. The amount of payment is determined by income, household size, fuel type, and geographic location.
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CHAMP – Proud of Our Military, Proud to Help
You’ve Earned our Support
Since January 2002, ComEd has assisted activated and deployed members of the U.S. Armed Forces, National Guard, Reserves and honorably discharged veterans with paying their electric bills. CHAMP is a financial-assistance program that offers an optional package of benefits to qualified military personnel who … Continue Reading ››
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month—an annual campaign to raise public awareness about sexual assault and to educate communities and individuals about how to prevent sexual violence. This year, VA adopted the theme of “Honoring Veterans’ Voices, Helping Military Sexual Trauma Survivors to Heal” for its outreach activities.
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