Resources in Illinois
Childcare
The Illinois Governor’s Office of Early Childhood Development has a web page devoted to helping essential personnel obtain child care services.
Emergency Child Care Centers are open to provide care for the children of essential workers. The Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) is offering funds to assist child care programs that opt to open and provide child care for the children of essential workers. Check out the Guidelines and Application for Child Care Programs. For more information, visit the State’s Emergency Child Care for Communities & Providers web page or see the updated Emergency Child Care FAQs.
Food Safety and Food Access
How to Navigate the Grocery Store in the Time of COVID-19
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
Chicago Public Schools 773-553-5437 or email familyservices@cps.edu.
Feeding America Pantry Locator
Greater Chicago Food Depository
City of Chicago Food Resource List
Foodpantries.org provides information on food pantries and food banks across the United States.
Resources for Those Experiencing Domestic Violence
Public Health Resources
Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)
The Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) continually updates its website with the latest Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) information.
To speak directly to a representative from CDPH, call (312) 746-4835 or 311, Monday through Sunday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Email: coronavirus@chicago.org.
Sign up here to receive CDPH press releases, current guidance and other important information.
City of Chicago Resources
City of Chicago Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) Response Center.
‘THE DOC IS IN: ASK DR. ARWADY,’ a new daily live-stream hosted by Chicago Department of Public Health Commissioner Allison Arwady, M.D. It will be held daily at 11 a.m. on Twitter and Facebook Live. You can submit your questions for Dr. Arwady from wherever you are by Tweeting with the hashtag #AskDrArwady or by commenting on the livestreams to get answers in real-time. www.facebook.com/ChicagoMayorsOffice & www.twitter.com/chicagosmayor
Resources for Caregivers and Older Adults
Family Caregiver Alliance: COVID-19 Resources and Articles for Family Caregivers covers topics including in-home care, food and grocery delivery and caregiver self-care.
Alzheimer’s Association: COVID-19 Tips for Dementia Caregivers, divided into tips for caregivers at home and tips for caregivers of those in assisted living.
Alzheimer’s Association Helpline 800.272.3900. Available 24 hours a day, seven days a week for information about Alzheimer’s disease and other dementias, referrals to local programs and services, and crisis support.
Family Caregiver Alliance: Relaxation for Caregivers video series.
Well-Med Charitable Foundation: Caregiver Teleconnection. One-hour free caregiver support group calls on a variety of topics.
Mather Telephone Topics: A variety of free classes, groups, and performances via phone.
SeniorLink Blog: 50 Expert Tips and Suggestions to Keep Your Loved One Engaged.
TimeSlips Creativity Center: Ideas and prompts for creative engagement at home.
Well-Connected: A wide variety of free classes and groups for adults age 60+, available via phone or web.
Ten things you can do in your role as family caregiver. Ten things you can do to age well.
Preservation of Function in Older Adults who are in the Emergency Department during COVID-19.
Emergency Department Discharge of Older Adults with Viral Syndrome during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
Social Isolation During COVID-19 Crisis.
How to Talk to Your Aging Parent about COVID-19: A Thoughtful Approach to Conversations. This article from Sojourners provides ideas on how to support aging parents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Medicare and Coronavirus information from Medicare.gov.
The National Institute on Aging: Getting Started on Long-Distance Caregiving
Family Resources
AAP cloth face coverings for children during COVID-19
CDC pediatric COVID-19 information
Advocate Aurora Resilience & Well-being Resource Guide provides information on the Employee Assistance Program, family care resources, healthy living resources and more.
Promoting Resilient Families During COVID-19. The Center for Childhood Resilience offers a wide range of resources, including fact sheets, conversational resources for families, a directory of resources and more.
Generations United: COVID-19 Fact Sheet for Grandfamilies and Multigenerational Families.
CDC: What You Can do if You are at Higher Risk of Severe Illness from COVID 19 infographic.
What you need to know about COVID-19
What to do if you are sick with COVID-19
Community Care: Preventive steps for those receiving care at home
Resources for Children
Children’s health resources center COVID information: English
Children’s health resources center COVID information: Spanish
Education website resources for families
Supporting children and teens when someone is dying
Handout for children of adult COVID-19 patient
Need some activity ideas for your kids while they are home from school? CPS has provided resources packets of grade-level appropriate activities.
Fun, Free Ways to Learn From Home – resource links for children.
Coping and distraction resources during isolation – English
Coping and distraction resources during isolation – Spanish
K-12 Education Website Resources.
Resources for Supporting Children’s Emotional Well-being during the COVID-19 Pandemic
Want something to watch that’ll just make you smile? Watch some penguins wander around the Shedd!
I am Worried About my Neighbors and my Family Far Away
Private Advocate Aurora Health Family Care Forum Facebook Groups have been organized by patient service area (PSA) where you can make requests, share helpful information and connect with caregivers for child, elder and pet care.
Priya Parker helps people with ideas for connecting with one another.
Apps to Keep us Connected in a Time of Social Distancing.
New York Times Article on COVID-19 aid groups.
Care for our Elders
How to Talk to Your Aging Parent about COVID-19: A Thoughtful Approach to Conversations. This article from Sojourners provides ideas on how to support aging parents during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Medicare and Coronavirus information from Medicare.gov.
The National Institute on Aging: Getting Started on Long-Distance Caregiving
