Burial/Cremation Expense Assistance | Illinois Crime Victim Compensation Program
Eligibility
Victims of violent crime
Required documents
Please call or visit website.
Hours
Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
800-228-3368
Voice·
Crime Victims Assistance Line
Languages
English, Spanish, and Polish
Application process
Please call or visit website.
Fees
None
Service area
Illinois
The Illinois Crime Victims Compensation Program offers reimbursement up to $45,,000 ($27,000 for crimes before 8/7/22) for expenses incurred by eligible victims as a result of a violent crime.
Fnancial assistance could include offsetting costs related to-
Accessibility and Usability of Property
Crime-Scene Clean Up
Funeral/Burial Expenses
Loss of Earnings
Medical, Hospital and Dental Expenses
Mental Health Counseling Expenses
Relocation Costs
Replacement Costs
Tuition Expenses
Last Assured
01/23/2026
What's Here
Providing organization
Illinois Crime Victim Compensation Program
The Illinois Crime Victims Compensation Program offers reimbursement up to $45,,000 ($27,000 for crimes before 8/7/22) for expenses incurred by eligible victims as a result of a violent crime.
Fnancial assistance could include offsetting costs related to-
Accessibility and Usability of Property
Crime-Scene Clean Up
Funeral/Burial Expenses
Loss of Earnings
Medical, Hospital and Dental Expenses
Mental Health Counseling Expenses
Relocation Costs
Replacement Costs
Tuition Expenses