Starting Point - Money Management | Macon County Health Department

1221 East Condit Street, Decatur, IL 62521

Eligibility

Low-income persons ages 60 and over who have difficulty budgeting, paying bills, and keeping track of financial matters, Private Pay Money Management Program available for seniors whose income/assets exceed maximums or for people under 60

Required documents

Upon request

Application process

Call or email for services

Fees

None, however, donations are welcome

Service area

Macon County, IL

Description

Offers services to help low-income senior citizens who have difficulty budgeting, paying routine bills, and keeping track of financial matters. Clients are matched with trained volunteers who assist with money management issues.

Also offers a Private Pay Money Management Program (MMP) for seniors whose income and/or assets exceed the guidelines of the Illinois Department on Aging program or people under the age of 60. Services provided range from budgeting and assistance with routine bill payment to a Representative Payee program in which all financial matters are taken care of by the MMP staff. 

Providing organization

Macon County Health Department

Provides public health services to the Macon County communities.