Register now for the October 22 Lunch & Learn Webinar
Do you own an IL ABLE Account or manage or provide support on an IL ABLE account for someone else?
You need to know that changes are coming to the IL ABLE program November 10.
We encourage Account Owners, Authorized Individuals, Interested Parties and those who are just plain curious to sign up now for the “What’s Ahead with IL ABLE” webinar on October 22 at 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.
You will learn about:
- New and account features
- A free, customizable True Link Visa® Prepaid Card
- Simplified account management tools
- How to prepare NOW for the changes.
Can’t attend the webinar? Visit illinoisable.com/updates for complete information about the changes and make sure you know the following:
OCTOBER 9
October 9 was the last day to use the debit card and checkbook associated with the IL ABLE Checking Account Investment Option. Funds can still be withdrawn electronically to a bank account connected to the IL ABLE account or issued by check. Withdrawals can be requested by logging in to the IL ABLE account online or by calling customer service, at 888-609-8683 M-F, 8 am to 5 pm. Important: Please note that checks written using Fifth Third checks must be cleared by Fifth Third Bank by November 5.
NOVEMBER 5
You will have until 3 pm CT on Thursday, November 5, to make any transactions and access your account via the existing IL ABLE account portal.
At 3 pm CT on November 5, the blackout period begins. At that time, your account will begin transitioning to the new platform. During the blackout period, account access will be unavailable. Your funds remain safe and invested throughout this process.
NOVEMBER 10
Transition is complete. You will be able to go online to retrieve your account in the new online account portal. Also, beginning November 10, you will also be able to request a free, customizable True Link Visa® Prepaid Card™ online. Cards will be sent by mail within approximately 7 business days of your request.
Visit illinoisable.com/updates for more information about changes coming to the IL ABLE program.