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Proof of Eligibility:
Guidelines and Examples

Unacceptable Proofs of Eligibility

Illinois SNAP Card:

*Illinois SNAP cards are not accepted because they do not have the cardholder’s name printed. A
customer can provide a printout or screenshot from an online portal or website tool with the program
name, consumer’s name, case/identification number, eligibility dates, and date site accessed.

Medicare Card:

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Program:
The following are NOT acceptable as proof of participation in the SSI Program:
o Any document that shows the applicant is receiving Social Security benefits but
not SSI benefits. SSI benefits are administered through the Social Security

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