Senior Health Assistance Program - BAA Reimbursement (IL) Grant

Senior Health Assistance Program - BAA Reimbursement (IL) Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA)
Amount: US $17,300 - US $204,600
Last Updated: July 11, 2025

Summary

The Senior Health Assistance Program - BAA Reimbursement in Illinois utilizes Tobacco Settlement Recovery Funds and federal grants to provide educational outreach and enrollment assistance for Medicare Part D, Social Security's Extra Help, and other senior benefits. It aims to assist eligible applicants, including Area Agencies on Aging, with application processes for transit rides and license plate discounts, ensuring seniors receive vital support for their needs.

Overview

Senior Health Assistance Program - BAA Reimbursement Tobacco Settlement Recovery Funds and federal grants funds have been earmarked for the Department to provide educational outreach and enrollment/application assistance on Medicare Part D drug plans, Social Security's Extra Help, Medicare Savings Programs, Seniors Free Transit Ride, Persons with Disabilities Free Transit Ride, and the Secretary of State's License Plate Discount Program through the network of Area Agencies on Aging and local service providers. The Benefit Access Application grant funds are to be used for the following purposes: Provide information and assistance services for the completion of applications relating to the Seniors Free Transit Ride, Persons with Disabilities Free Transit Ride, and the Secretary of State’s License Plate Discount Program. Provide technical assistance on applications relating to the Seniors Free Transit Ride, Persons with Disabilities Free Transit Ride, and the Secretary of State’s License Plate Discount Program.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. Eligibility Type Public Eligible Applicants Government Organizations Nonprofit Organizations Applicant Eligibility Area Agencies on Aging within the state of Illinois.