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Health Resources

COVID-19 RESOURCES

ICNA

To speak to a Health Care provider regarding COVID-19 resources

ICNA also provides

  • Women’s Transitional Home
  • Hunger Prevention
  • Back to School Giveaways
  • Muslim Family Services
  • Health Screenings/Mobile-Clinic

To Volunteer with ICNA call 844-414-4862 or send a message to chicago@icnarelief.org

LAKE COUNTY

  • 211: If anyone in your community needs assistance finding food, shelter, rent or utility assistance, or other essential services, CALL 211 or TEXT your zip code to 898211 to speak with someone who can help. 211 is available 24/7. https://211lakecounty.org/
  • To get general information about coronavirus via text message, text “COVID19” to 211211.
  • In Lake County, philanthropic opportunities also exist to help people during this challenging time.
    • Mano a Mano has launched a COVID-19 Tanda Emergency Fund which will help immigrant families directly, who are often excluded from government benefits. Learn more or donate at their website: https://mamfrc.org/page-18194
    • United Way of Lake County, Lake County Government, Lake County Community Foundation, and the Lake County Municipal League have joined together to create the Lake County COVID-19 Community Response Fund. https://www.liveunitedlakecounty.org/covid19/

  • Rental evictions have been suspended nationwide.

  • There is a 60-day moratorium for all evictions and foreclosures on FHA, Fannie Mae, and Freddie Mac-insured properties

  • The Illinois Commerce Commission suspended disconnections for all electric, natural gas, water and wastewater services. Late fees will be waived until May 1 or when the crisis is deemed to have passed.

  • State-level unemployment benefits have been expanded.

  • Individuals co-quarantined or isolated with an abuser can contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline 1800-799-7233, or the Illinois Domestic Violence Hotline at: 1-877-TO END DV or 877-863-6338 (Voice), 1-877-863-6339 (TTY), Chat at thehotline.org.

  • Many providers and programs are offering free or low cost internet

    https://www.digitalinclusion.org/free-low-cost-internet-plans/.

  • Many people are facing layoffs and financial challenges during this time. We wanted to highlight a few options for assistance.
    • SNAP (formerly known as food stamps) has been expanded. Those currently receiving this benefit should see the maximum benefit amount which will be automatically deposited onto their Link card this week. We strongly encourage you to share information about SNAP with your constituency. Since food pantries in the county are seeing higher demand for services, it is important that we are letting people know about the benefits they may be eligible for.
    • Additionally, if someone is low income, they may be eligible for Medicaid. People who are eligible can enroll in Medicaid at any time.
    • You can enroll in SNAP and Medicaid at ABE.Illinois.gov. Even if someone is unsure if they would be eligible, there is a tool on the website called “Check if I should apply.”
    • Also, if someone loses their insurance because they lost their job, they are eligible for a special enrollment period for health insurance. They can explore their options at healthcare.gov.

 

CIOGC COIVID-19 TASK FORCE

The CIOGC Task Force is a collaborative effort of Member & Non-Member Organizations; Relief Organizations, Medical Professional Associations, and Social Service Groups to provide services ranging from COVID-19 screening, Non-Emergency Healthcare, Dental care, Mental Health Crisis Support, Direct food and temporary financial assistance, Unemployment Claims, and Spiritual, as well as Mental Well-being, consultations and assessments to families and individuals.

This broad array of experience and knowledge is focused on helping families and the elderly with the challenges created by the COVID-19 pandemic. These professionals are donating their time to help.

Volunteer Opportunities During COVID-19

United Way

  • United Way is coordinating volunteers to serve meals to people who are homeless, deliver meals to seniors, provide general office support, and much more. Both telework and in person volunteer opportunities exist.
    Additionally, the Lake County Health Department is looking for medical volunteers to help staff alternative care sites.
  • United Way is coordinating volunteer opportunities during COVID-19. Help is requested to assist with grocery shopping and delivery, preparation of meals and food boxes, and there is a shortage of blood donations. The Lake County Health Department is also looking for medical volunteers to help staff alternative care sites.
    https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeHlujrAxtmB21jNJy1cZ3jbr31k-LFbkbjguB7fKNcQpAymA/viewform

MONEY IS AVAILABLE FOR A LIMITED TIME TO IFN MEMBERS IN NEED OF NO-COST MEDICATION RE-FILLS AND MEDICATION-RELATED SUPPLIES

A fund of grant money has been provided to us from the Illinois State’s Attorney’s office for those who may be struggling with the cost of medications and the supplies needed for taking medication safely.

Eligible Items include

  • No-Cost Medication Refills A current prescription or referral to obtain a prescription is required.
  • Insulin Supplies Spending limits may apply
  • Glucometer If you are diabetic and do not have one at home to measure your numbers.
  • Portable Blood Pressure Cuff if you have high blood pressure and do not have one at home to measure your numbers.
  • Other items May be considered by request

A copy of your receipt is needed for reimbursement. Receipts will be kept private and confidentially stored under HIPPA guidelines. Personal information will not be sent to the Attorney General’s office but are maintained for regulatory requirements in the event of a grant spending audit.

***Please contact Nancy by Email or phone for more details or to discuss arrangements before purchases are made.

Email nromanchek@gmail.com with “Medication Access” in the subject line or
Phone or text at 847-239-4077.

  • Do not leave private information.
  • But please do leave your name, the best phone number on which to return your call and say “Medication Access information.”
  • I will make every effort to return your call within one business day

Note: All work is done by volunteers. Assistance is needed in several areas, such as, lawn maintenance, food service, cleaning service, building/maintenance, website maintenance, fundraising events, school activities, social activities, etc. For volunteering, please send an email message using this website or fill out the volunteer form and submit to the Office at IFN.