Seniors and People with Disabilities

Can Apply for Energy Assistance Starting October 1

Quincy, IL – Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials has funds available through the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) for the upcoming winter season. LIHEAP is designed to help eligible households with their winter heating bills. Appointments will be made beginning October 1.  The month of October has been set aside for applicants with an elderly (age 60 or older) and /or a disabled household member.

November is set aside for applicants with an elderly (age 60or older), a disabled household members, disconnect households and families with children age 5 or under.  The program is available to all other income eligible households as of December 1.  Eligible households will receive a one-time benefit that will be sent to the fuel supplier on their behalf.

The Percentage of Income Payment Plan (PIPP) is available to LIHEAP eligible households who are customers of Ameren and Nicor.  Under PIPP, eligible households pay a percentage of their income; receive a monthly benefit towards their utility bill and, arrearage reduction for every on-time payment they make, if applicable. PIPP applications will be taken starting October 1 and will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis. Each month until available funding per county per utility and priority enrollment group is met. PIP applications are taken from October 1-December 31, or until funding is exhausted.  

All households that meet the following income guidelines are encouraged to apply: Guidelines are based on the past 30 day gross household income and are as follows:

1. $1,561             6- $4,324        
2. $2,114             7- $4,876
3. $2,666             8- $5,429
4. $3,219             9- $5,981        
5. $3,771           10- $6,534

When applying a person will need to bring with them the following information:

• Social Security Cards for all household members
• Proof of gross income from all household members for the 30 day period beginning with the date of  appointment date
• A copy of the current heat and electric bills issued within the last 30 days
• Proof that the household received TANF or other benefits, such as Medical Eligibility or SNAP, if receiving assistance from the Illinois Department of Human Services

To make an appointment, please call one of the following phone numbers:

• Adams County            224-8171
• Brown County            773-3141        
• Pike County                285-5424
• Schuyler County         322-6916        

Energy Assistance applications are taken on a first-come, first-served basis until May 31^st 2020 or funding is exhausted.

Questions may be directed to Becky Pruden, Community Services Director at 217-221-6204

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials has rental assistance available for those households that are behind in their rent.   Households must have adequate income to pay future rent, proof of all  household members social security cards  and must meet the following income guidelines:

Gross past 90 day income

1. $3,123.00
2. $4,228.00
3. $5,333.00
4. $6,438.00
5. $7,543.00
6. $8,648.00

Call our office to get an appointment

Adams County -217-224-8171

Brown, Pike and Schuyler Counties until further notice 217-224-8171.

Here is the impact report from our Workforce Development Department for Program Year 2019. This report will give you an idea of what TRRC was able to accomplish with our workforce program and the impact we had on our community.

Workforce Development PY19 Impact Report

Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials are taking school supply applications for Brown, Pike and Schuyler County residents.

To schedule an appointment contact the office in your county at:

Brown County on Tuesday 217-773-3141

Pike County on Monday 217-285-5424

Schuyler County on Wednesday 217-322-6916

Each child receives a book bag and the items they need to start school

Please contact your local office as soon as possible

Check out the new website for the TREDD by clicking HERE!

Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials is seeking applicants for the position of Caseworker in our Brown and Schuyler County offices. Duties include taking applications for various programs, entering data, working one on one with individuals and working with other social service providers in the area. Must be able to work independently in a fast pace environment, have excellent organizational skills, be able to multi-task, have good oral and written communication skills and be able to lift at least 50 pounds

Bachelor’s Degree and/or four years of related experience required. Applicant must have computer experience in Word and Excel.  Excellent benefit package/ Salary depends on experience. Email resumes to Becky Pruden at b14.pruden@trrcopo.org or mail them to Two Rivers P.O. Box 827, Quincy, Ill 62305. Deadline is July 24, 2019

TRRC is an EOE

All TRRC offices will be closed on Fridays starting on June 21st. Our normal hours will resume on the 2nd of September.

Pike County Reachout Store–Will remain open on Friday’s throughout the Summer Hours. 

GENERAL INFORMATION

Frances L. Snyder, or “Frannie” as she was known to her co-workers, was well known to the families, the elderly, the young and the needy of Adams County who came to Two Rivers Regional Council for assistance.  She could always be counted on to give everyone her full attention. She would do everything she possibly could to solve the problems brought to her each day by our program participants. Frances was an asset to Two Rivers Regional Council during her more than 20 years of work with the agency.  This scholarship fund is intended to recognize her commitment and the love of the work she did and the help she provided….and most of all to recognize the good feeling everyone experienced from their interaction with her.

Source:                       Two Rivers Regional Council of Public Officials through the Community Services Block Grant Program with funding from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity

Amounts:                   $1,250 scholarship for each of the four counties of Adams, Brown, Pike and Schuyler for a total of $5,000 is available.

Priorities:                  Scholarships are for income-eligible residents accepted at an accredited Illinois educational institution for the fall of 2019.

Use of Funds:            The Scholarships may be applied toward tuition, fees, books, supplies, lab costs, room and board and is payable to the institution.

Eligibility Criteria:  Must be a resident of Adams, Brown, Pike or Schuyler counties.  Gross income for all family members must be at or below 125% of the poverty level as established by HHS.  2019 income guidelines are as follows:

                                                Family Size                3 Month Gross Income

1. $  3,903.00
2. $  5,284.00
3. $  6,666.00
4. $  8,047.00
5. $  9,428.00
6. $10,809.00
7. $12,191.00

Applications: Applications must be completed at one of the Two Rivers outreach offices                                            located at:

                                    Adams County                                  Brown County

                                    107 N 3^rd                                             206 SW Cross

                                    Quincy, IL  62301                               Mt. Sterling, IL  62353

• 217-773-3141

Contact:  Jessica Bowen                     Contact:  Carolyn Chaney

                                    Pike County                                       Schuyler County

                                    120 South Madison                            233 N Congress

                                    Pittsfield, IL  62363                           Rushville, IL  62681

                                    217-285-5424                                     217-322-6916

                                    Contact: Jessica Bowen                      Contact:  Carolyn Chaney

                        Applicants are advised to telephone first to make an appointment.

Required Documentation:

• Proof of Social Security number for all household members
• Proof of Current address
• Gross income from all sources for all family members for past 3 months
• Official transcripts from most recent educational institution   attended, documentation of acceptance into a specific school or other acceptable proof of planned full-time enrollment
• Applicants will be asked to complete a questionnaire, which includes writing an essay.

Evaluation:    All applications must be complete by the deadline of July 12, 2019.  Applications will be reviewed and ranked by members of the Community Action Administrative Board for their respective counties.

Payments:      The scholarship payments are made directly to the Illinois accredited institution designated by the award recipient.  If the student withdraws or is no longer attending the designated school, the funds will be returned to Two Rivers. Funds may be rolled over into the following year in the event there is money left at the end of the 2019/2020 school year.

Questions and/or concerns may be directed to Becky Pruden, Community Services Director

217-221-6204

Our Workforce Development department has two new programs to assist with short-term vocational training needs. If you are receiving SNAP benefits and are interested in being a Certified Nurse Assistant, Welder, or Truck Driver then we have programs that can pay the cost of training and we can help you with employment after completion of training in these areas.

See our flyer for more details and contact information.

Executive Director – Directs and manages all programs and administrative operations.
Minimum 5 years management experience, along with human resource and grant writing experience.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong computer skills.
Requires Bachelors Degree in Public or Business Administration or related field, MBA preferred.
EOE Mail resume to PO Box 1002, Quincy IL 62301