Checked November 5, 2026
Free and low-cost GLP-1 and weight-loss help in Illinois
Illinois has health centers that charge by income, maker programs that start at $149 a month, and food help across the state. Start with the one that fits your week.
Ready to start this week? Two cash programs that ship to Illinois.
No insurance needed.
Prices checked Nov 2, 2026.
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Health centers that charge by income
Federally funded health centers set your fee by household size and income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and it rises in steps to the full price at twice the line.
| Household | Smallest fee at or below | Full price from |
|---|---|---|
| 1 person | $15,960 a year | $31,920 a year |
| 2 people | $21,640 a year | $43,280 a year |
| 3 people | $27,320 a year | $54,640 a year |
| 4 people | $33,000 a year | $66,000 a year |
Health centers in Illinois to call:
- Lawndale Christian Health Center, Chicago, 872-731-2257
- Erie Family Health Center, Chicago, 312-666-3494
- Will County Community Health Center, Joliet, 815-727-8803
- VNA Health Care, Aurora, 630-978-2532
- Promise Healthcare, Champaign, 217-356-1558
- Heartland Community Health Clinic, Peoria, 309-680-7600
- Southern Illinois Healthcare Foundation, Sauget, 618-585-6290
- Access Community Health Network, Chicago, 773-434-9216
- Aunt Martha's Health and Wellness, Olympia Fields, 877-692-8686
- Shawnee Health Service and Development Corporation, Carterville, 618-985-8221
Find the health center nearest you. Ask for the sliding fee form when you book.
Clinics in the biggest Illinois counties
In Illinois, Cook, Lake, Will, DuPage, Winnebago and Kane counties have the most adults who struggle to afford care, so a call to a clinic there is a good first step.
Cook County
About 31 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 12 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 13 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Access Northwest Family Health Center, 1120 N Arlington Heights Rd, Arlington Heights, 847-342-1554
- Legacy Medical Care - Arlington Heights, 3030 W Salt Creek Ln Ste 200, Arlington Heights, 847-259-8379
- Alivio Medical Center at Berwyn, 6447 Cermak Rd, Berwyn, 773-254-1400
Lake County
About 33 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 9 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 8 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Libertyville Behavioral Health Home, 18698 W Peterson Rd, Libertyville, 847-377-8180
- Erie Waukegan Health Center, 2323 Grand Ave, Waukegan, 312-666-3494
Will County
About 38 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 9 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 7 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Vna Health Center - Bolingbrook, 396 Remington Blvd, Suite 230, Bolingbrook, 630-892-4355
- Will County Community Health Center - North, 391 Quadrangle Dr, Bolingbrook, 815-727-8670
- Aunt Martha's Health Center Joliet Jefferson, 2219 W Jefferson St, Joliet, 877-692-8686
DuPage County
About 29 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 7 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 7 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Access A-Z Family Health Center, 721 W Lake St, Suite 202, Addison, 866-267-2353
- Hamdard Health Addison, 228 E Lake St, Addison, 630-835-1430 x258
- Legacy Medical Care - Addison, 2055 W Army Trail Rd, Ste 104, Addison, 630-599-5400
Winnebago County
About 42 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 11 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 15 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Crusader Community Health Loves Park, 6115 N 2Nd St, Loves Park, 815-490-1600
- Aunt Martha's Rockford Community Health Center, 1401 E State St, Rockford, 877-692-8686
- Ui Health Mile Square Health Center L.P. Johnson Rockford, 1221 E State St, Rockford, 815-972-1000
Kane County
About 35 in 100 adults here live with obesity, 12 in 100 adults under 65 have no health insurance and 8 in 100 residents live below the poverty line (CDC PLACES and Census, 2025 and 2023 releases).
- Aunt Martha's Aurora Community Health Center, 2124 Ogden Ave Ste 201, Aurora, 877-692-8686
- Community Health Partnership of Illinois, 157 S Lincoln Ave, Suite C, Aurora, 630-859-0015
- Tomcat Health Center, 500 Tomcat Ln, Aurora, 630-299-8023
Maker programs and prices
| Program | What you pay | Who it fits |
|---|---|---|
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pen | $199 a month for the first two fills, then $349 | Anyone with a prescription |
| NovoCare Pharmacy, Wegovy pill | $149 for 1.5 mg, $199 for 4 mg, $299 for 9 mg and 25 mg | Anyone with a prescription |
| Zepbound from Lilly | KwikPen $299 at 2.5 mg, $399 at 5 mg, from $449 at higher doses | Anyone with a prescription |
| TrumpRx | Wegovy pill $149, Wegovy pen $199, Zepbound $299 a month | Anyone with a prescription |
| Novo Nordisk Patient Assistance | Ozempic at no cost | No insurance and income up to $31,920 for one person |
| Lilly Cares | Trulicity at no cost | Income up to $47,880 for one person |
| Medicare GLP-1 Bridge | $50 a month for Wegovy, Foundayo or Zepbound KwikPen | Part D members who meet the weight and health test, until December 31, 2027 |
Zepbound has a $25 savings card for people whose insurance covers it, good through December 31, 2026. Prices read November 5, 2026. Compare every cash program on the cash price chart.
Illinois Medicaid and GLP-1s
Illinois Medicaid covers Ozempic and Mounjaro for type 2 diabetes. Illinois state employee plans have their own weight-loss rules. The full rules are on Illinois Medicaid GLP-1 coverage.
Food help in Illinois
- SNAP: call 800-843-6154, or apply online. Program details.
- 2-1-1: dial 211 for food, rides, rent help and clinics near your zip code.
Food banks:
- Central Illinois Foodbank, Springfield, 217-522-4022
- Eastern Illinois Foodbank, Urbana, 217-328-3663
- Greater Chicago Food Depository, Chicago, 773-247-3663
- Northern Illinois Food Bank, Geneva, 630-443-6910
Find the food bank for your county.
Free coaching and Medicare help
- Lifestyle change programs: a year of group coaching on food and movement, led by trained coaches. Search the CDC list for your zip code, in person or online.
- Age 65 or older: Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) gives free one-to-one Medicare help. Call 800-252-8966.
Four ways to stretch your health dollar
- Ask every clinic and pharmacy for the cash price before you book or fill.
- Bring your last tax return or pay stubs to a health center visit so the sliding fee applies on day one.
- Ask for a 90-day supply when your prescriber agrees.
- Apply for Medicaid any time of year, and check Marketplace savings during open enrollment.
Illinois free-help FAQ
How much does a health center visit cost in Illinois?
It depends on your income. At or below the poverty line the fee is a small flat amount, and between one and two times the line it steps up. Ask for the sliding fee form.
Can I get help with a GLP-1 if I have no insurance?
Yes. NovoCare Pharmacy and Lilly sell directly at the prices above, and the cash programs at the top of this page ship to Illinois.
Where do I start if I need food and a clinic?
Dial 211. It connects you with food banks, clinics and other help near your zip code.
Sources: Health center fee rule (42 CFR 51c.303); 2026 poverty guidelines (ASPE); HRSA health center list; Feeding America member list; USDA SNAP directory; maker pages linked above; state Medicaid drug lists. Read November 5, 2026. How we check.
This page lists public programs and is not medical advice. Ask your clinician before starting any medicine.