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Title:  

ICYMI IDHS Welcomes Newly Appointed Secretary James Dimas

 
 Volume/Number:  2015 May 11 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: On Friday afternoon, Governor Rauner announced his appointment of James Dimas to the post of Secretary of the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS). Mr. Dimas has a long and proven record of leadership in human services. 
 Date Created:  05-11-2015 
 Agency ID:  498**15 
 ISL ID:  000000071378   Original UID: 189352 FIRST WORD: ICYMI 
 

Title:  

ICYMI Illinois celebrates 25th anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act

 
 Volume/Number:  2015 July 20 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: On Tuesday, July 21, the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS), along with several other state agencies, councils and the ADA 25 Chicago organization, will host a celebratory event to honor the 25th anniversary of the signing of the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 
 Date Created:  07-20-2015 
 Agency ID:  709**15 
 ISL ID:  000000071779   Original UID: 189756 FIRST WORD: ICYMI 
 

Title:  

IDHS and AFSCME Encourage Choate Mental Health and Developmental Center Staff to Get Vaccinated in Time for Drawings

 
 Volume/Number:  2021 July 9 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: State Employees at State IDHS 24/7 Facilities Are Eligible for Big Prizes. 
 Date Created:  07-09-2021 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000092344   Original UID: 202827 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS and AFSCME Encourage Murray Developmental Center Staff to Get Vaccinated in Time for Drawings

 
 Volume/Number:  2021 July 9 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: State Employees at State IDHS 24/7 Facilities Are Eligible for Big Prizes. 
 Date Created:  07-09-2021 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000092345   Original UID: 202828 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS and Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights Host Celebration of New Citizens and Immigrant Integration

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 September 17 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights (ICIRR) today hosted an Illinois New American Citizenship Day Celebration. 
 Date Created:  09 17 2010 
 Agency ID:  1128**10 
 ISL ID:  000000031732   Original UID: 14746 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS and IDPH Join Forces to Help Control Prescription Drug Abuse in Nursing Homes

 
 Volume/Number:  2014 June 12 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) today announced the Prescription Monitoring Program (PMP) Long Term Care (LTC) initiative, an unprecedented opportunity to change the drug prescribing culture in nursing homes. Based upon concerns regarding substantial use of behavioral health medications within the nursing home population, IDHS and IDPH entered into an interagency agreement to reduce the use of chemical restraints and improve the quality of care. 
 Date Created:  06-12-2014 
 Agency ID:  688**14 
 ISL ID:  000000053363   Original UID: 174636 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS and IEPA urge Illinoisans to give back unused prescription drugs; Illinois and DEA partner for Drug Take Back Day 2019

 
 Volume/Number:  2019 April 26 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: On Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is partnering with the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA), the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Prevention First, and providers across the state to give the public an opportunity to prevent prescription drug abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous expired, unused, and unwanted prescription drugs. 
 Date Created:  04-26-2019 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000084339   Original UID: 197021 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS and the Greater Chicago Food Depository distributing free milk to low-income families and individuals

 
 Volume/Number:  2018 October 23 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) and the Greater Chicago Food Depository have partnered to distribute free milk to families at local IDHS offices. Milk will be distributed from October 23 through March 2019. 
 Date Created:  10-23-2018 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000082827   Original UID: 195523 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces Appointment of Christine Haley as State Homelessness Chief

 
 Volume/Number:  2021 November 3 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: Today, the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced the appointment of Christine Haley as State Homelessness Chief. 
 Date Created:  11-03-2021 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000100511   Original UID: 206556 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces Appointment of Ruth Lopez McCarthy as Senior Immigration Fellow

 
 Volume/Number:  2021 May 5 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced today the appointment of Ruth Lopez McCarthy as Senior Immigration Fellow. 
 Date Created:  05-05-2021 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000091214   Original UID: 201617 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces Grant to Help Send Low-Income Youth to College

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 November 8 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: The Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) today announced that it has awarded college scholarships to 55 low-income students. 
 Date Created:  11 08 2010 
 Agency ID:  1417**10 
 ISL ID:  000000033537   Original UID: 15332 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces Increase in WIC Benefits to Purchase More Fruits and Vegetables

 
 Volume/Number:  2014 June 2 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is pleased to announce that children in the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) will receive an increase in the amount allocated for fruits and vegetables. Effective June 2, 2014, children one and older will receive an additional $2 per month from $6 to $8 to redeem for any WIC eligible fruits and vegetables. 
 Date Created:  06-02-2014 
 Agency ID:  654**14 
 ISL ID:  000000053328   Original UID: 174601 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS announces modifications and closures of IDHS offices to follow health and safety guidelines for COVID-19

 
 Volume/Number:  2020 March 19 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: Family Community Resource Centers remain open with reduced public-facing staff, Division of Rehabilitation Services Offices are closed with staff still providing all services remotely. 
 Date Created:  03-19-2020 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000088097   Original UID: 199086 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces More than 144,000 Illinois Residents Have Received Disaster Food Relief

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 September 15 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced today that it has completed processing applications for Disaster SNAP benefits for residents affected by the floods in Northern Illinois. 
 Date Created:  09 15 2010 
 Agency ID:  1116**10 
 ISL ID:  000000031649   Original UID: 14666 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces More than 50,000 Illinoisans have received Disaster Food Relief

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 September 3 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced today the application period for Disaster SNAP benefits ends at 4 p.m. today, however thousands of applicants with tickets will be processed next week. 
 Date Created:  09 03 2010 
 Agency ID:  1071**10 
 ISL ID:  000000030590   Original UID: 14387 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces New FOID Mental Health Reporting Requirements

 
 Volume/Number:  2014 January 13 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) today announced new Firearm Owner Identification (FOID) Mental Health Reporting System requirements as part of the Firearm Concealed Carry Act (PA 98-063). IDHS plans to raise awareness of the new law that took effect on July 9, 2013, that requires a variety of clinicians and other health professionals to report patients who they believe pose a clear and present danger to themselves or others. The definition of clear and present danger has been clarified and the number of health professions required to report has been expanded under the new law. 
 Date Created:  01-13-2014 
 Agency ID:  37**14 
 ISL ID:  000000052560   Original UID: 173771 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS announces plan to improve integrity of Home Services Program for People with Disabilities

 
 Volume/Number:  2014 May 22 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  SPRINGFIELD, Illinois Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Secretary Michelle R.B. Saddler today announced a new timekeeping system for caregivers working under the states Home Services Program (HSP). The new, electronic timekeeping system is designed to safeguard against fraud and ensure all services are delivered honestly and in compliance with the customers plan of care. 
 Date Created:  05-22-2014 
 Agency ID:  597**14 
 ISL ID:  000000053274   Original UID: 174544 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces Release of Community Engagement Project Report and Next Steps for Opioid Overdose Prevention Sites in Chicago

 
 Volume/Number:  2020 August 24 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: Next steps in overdose prevention site planning will begin on the Chicago's West Side neighborhood. 
 Date Created:  08-24-2020 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000088936   Original UID: 199976 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Announces Revised Schedule for Disaster Food Stamps Applications for Northern Illinois Flood Victims

 
 Volume/Number:  2010 August 31 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) announced that due to an overwhelming response, the application schedule for food assistance for Northern Illinois flood victims will be revised. 
 Date Created:  08 31 2010 
 Agency ID:  1045**10 
 ISL ID:  000000029419   Original UID: 13888 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
 

Title:  

IDHS Celebrates National Disability Employment Awareness Month

 
 Volume/Number:  2018 October 18 
 Issuing Agency:   
 Description:  Press Release: Lunch and Learn: Speakers will discuss employment opportunities for persons with disabilities and how IDHS helps people with disabilities find and maintain employment. 
 Date Created:  10-18-2018 
 Agency ID:   
 ISL ID:  000000082861   Original UID: 195558 FIRST WORD: IDHS 
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