Effective July 1, 2012, Illinois Cares Rx was terminated and the Circuit Breaker Property Tax Relief Grant was eliminated due to the lack of funding. The Benefit Access Program offers:

1. Seniors - Free Transit Rides
2. Persons with Disabilities - Free Transit Ride
3. Secretary of State License Plate Discount

To qualify for the Benefit Access Program you must submit an online application.

Paper applications are not available.

To complete a Benefit Access Application click here: Benefit Access Program Online Application

If you have questions or would like to locate a Senior Health Assistance Program (SHAP) site near you for assistance, contact the Senior HelpLine at 800-252-8966, 1-888-206-1327 (TTY).

For more about the Il Department of Aging, visit them at: http://www.state.il.us/aging/