Resources for understanding how IL ABLE Accounts and public benefits programs work together.
How does owning an IL ABLE Account affect eligibility for federal benefits? That is one of our most frequently asked questions! The good news is that people who are currently receiving federal benefits, or who may receive them in the future, can build savings with an IL ABLE Account and maintain eligibility for federal means-tested programs such as Supplemental Security Income and Medicaid. The following resources provide guidance on how an IL ABLE Account and public benefits programs work together.