COVID-19 Resources

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COVID-19 Testing

State of Illinois Community-Based Testing Sites. Tests are free and open to all regardless of symptoms. Sites may close due to weather conditions. For locations and hours, please visit: https://www.dph.illinois.gov/testing

Illinois COVID-19 Virtual Care Program

Governor Pritzker recently announced the Illinois COVID-19 Virtual Care Program that serves Illinoisans potentially infected with novel coronavirus. This virtual program helps individuals recover from the safety of their homes and serves to reduce barriers to physical and mental health services in all communities for those who do not have a primary care physician.

Virtual care is available in every region of Illinois. This care includes COVID-19 virtual screenings, virtual visits, and remote patient monitoring. Patients will receive daily virtual visits by health care workers & receive wellness kits which include thermometers, pulse oximeters, blood pressure cuffs & alcohol wipes. These resources are available for anyone in the state, no matter what form of insurance they have.

If you're recovering from a mild version of COVID-19 from the safety of your own home – like most people who get infected – please take advantage of this fully expanded telehealth program covering the entire state.

The Central Illinois program is provided by OSF Healthcare. Individuals interested in this program should contact OSF Healthcare at 833-673-5669. For more information, click the files below, or visit: https://coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/telehealth

ore information on Restore Illinois visit: https://www.dph.illinois.gov/restore

State of Illinois Executive Orders Related to COVID-19

For ALL executive orders related to COVID-19, visit State of Illinois Coronavirus Response.
Executive Order Number 44 — Reissues most executive orders, extending a majority of the provisions through July 26, 2020. Amends a few previous executive orders, such as EO-2020-07, in-person meeting requirements, and EO 2020-40, the resumption of limited in-person instruction at schools.
Executive Order Number 43 - Phase 4 Reopening - The community revitalization phase safely resumes and expands activities that were paused or limited as COVID-19 cases rose exponentially. Outlines requirements for various businesses and industries. Individuals must continue to practice social distancing and wear a face covering in public places or when working. This supersedes EO 2020-38
Executive Order Number 38 - Phase 3 Reopening
Executive Order 32 - Stay at Home Extension
Stay at home order frequently asked questions
Restore Illinois Phase 3 Frequently Asked Questions for Businesses
Enforcement of Executive Orders 2020-10 and 2020-18

Financial Assistance for Individuals, Families, and Businesses Impacted by COVID-19

For Businesses

On March 25, Gov. Pritzker announced a new package of emergency assistance programs for small businesses in need of additional capital, totaling more than $90 million. https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/coronavirus/Resources/Pages/For-Business.aspx
COVID-19: Emergency Resources for Businesses
U.S. Small Business Administration Coronavirus Relief Options

For Individuals and Families

Help for Illinois Families: Relief for Households Across the State - The Pritzker Administration, in partnership with the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), has launched a new initiative to help Illinois families access and afford home energy assistance and other essential services during COVID-19. Eligible Illinoisans seeking emergency assistance to cover costs of utility bills, rent, temporary shelter, food, and other household necessities should visit: www.helpillinoisfamilies.com
For current economic assistance programs available to Illinoisans visit: https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/coronavirus/Resources/Pages/EconomicAssistance.aspx
The Illinois Housing Development Authority is coordinating Emergency Rental Assistance and Emergency Mortgage Assistance programs. For Emergency Rental Assistance, they are awarding up to $5,000 to applicants. Applications can be made starting August 10. For Emergency Mortgage Assistance, they are awarding up $15,000 to applicants. Applications can be made starting August 24.

To apply, visit www.ihda.org or call (312) 836-5200. Click here for flyer.
Statewide Resources and Supports for Families

Coronavirus Tax Relief

The IRS is committed to helping you get your Economic Impact Payment as soon as possible. The payments, also referred to by some as stimulus payments, are automatic for most taxpayers. No further action is needed by taxpayers who filed tax returns in 2018 and 2019 and most seniors and retirees. https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/economic-impact-payments
Economic Impact Payment for "non-filers" - https://www.irs.gov/coronavirus/non-filers-enter-payment-info-here?fbclid=IwAR0mKuFisAhJa5sxFtFnZqnLZgaCXJp4A7f-oCCM6qcZNQ4EE4dmT-mqGTU
New Guidance about COVID-19 Economic Impact Payments for Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) Beneficiaries from Social Security Commissioner Andrew Saul - https://www.ssa.gov/news/press/releases/2020/#4-2020-2

Health Insurance

Individuals and families who have lost health insurance coverage have options, including: COBRA if they want to keep their current plan, a new plan through ACA, Medicaid and CHIP if they qualify, or a short-term plan. - https://republicans-waysandmeansforms.house.gov/news/email/show.aspx?ID=U2WBGIBQJYILK52BNLZWLCHGM4

COVID-19 Hotlines

Illinoisans can dial 1-800-889-3931 twenty-four hours a day, seven days a week or email [email protected] to get their questions answered.
Additional hotlines for specific geographic areas

Guidance for Specific Audiences

Food and Beverage Establishments

Health Care Professionals

Oral Health Providers

IDPH Oral and Dental Care Guidance

Funeral homes

Funeral Home Guidance

Childcare providers

Schools

Illinois State Board of Education COVID-19 Updates and Resources
STARTING THE 2020-21 SCHOOL YEAR (ISBE) (June 23, 2020)
What Parents Need to Know (ISBE) - Back to school Fall 2020
Illinois Department of Public Health Interim Guidance for Pre-K-12 Schools and Day Care Programs (8/17/20)
Interim COVID-19 Music Guidance (9/29/20)
Frequently Asked Questions for Schools (8/20/20)
COVID-19 Planning Considerations: Guidance for School Re-entry (American Academy of Pediatrics)
CDC's Interim Considerations for K-12 School Administrators for SARS-CoV-2 Testing
CDC's new resources and tools to support opening schools in the fall
Illinois Guidelines for Youth and Adult Recreational Sports

Businesses and Retailers

Hotels

Children and Pregnant Women

Cancer and COVID-19

Community Organizations

Illinois Department of Public Health Community Organizations Guidance

Faith-Based Facilities and Houses of Worship

Victims of violence and abuse

Intimate Partner Violence, Sexual Violence, and Child Abuse and Neglect Prevention/Support Resources

Swimming Facilities

General public

How to Make Your Own Face Covering

U.S. Surgeon General How to Make Your Own Face Covering (YouTube) - https://youtu.be/tPx1yqvJgf4
CDC DIY Cloth Face Coverings – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/diy-cloth-face-coverings.html
Easy No-Sew Shop Towel Mask (YouTube) – https://youtu.be/mai-UqdNRi8
Coronavirus Tips: How to make a mask without sewing (YouTube) – https://youtu.be/t7oE65D4jGkCoron

Mental Health Resources During COVID-19 Outbreak

COVID-19 How to Cope
Supporting Your Emotional Wellbeing During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Taking Care of Your Behavioral Health - Tips For Social Distancing, Quarantine, And Isolation During An Infectious Disease Outbreak
Community Resource and Counseling Center (CRCC) - CRCC is continuing with services. CRCC transitioned to phone/video sessions Monday, March 23. New clients welcome! Please call (217) 379-4302.
Gibson Area Hospital and Health Services Mental Health Services
The Pavilion Behavioral Health System
Call4calm, a free emotional support text line, is now available to all Illinois residents by texting TALK to 552020, HABLAR, for Spanish speaking services. You can also text UNEMPLOYMENT, FOOD, or SHELTER to the same number to receive information on accessing available resources.
Addiction Resources - Attached, find a helpful Fact Sheet from the White House Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) outlining efforts and resources to ensure that prevention, treatment, recovery support services, and safe and effective pain management remain available nationwide.

COVID-19 Scams

Website Links

State of Illinois Coronavirus Disease Response - https://coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/
Daily Illinois COVID-19 Press Briefings - https://dph.illinois.gov/covid19/resources-information/daily-press-briefings.html
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
Illinois Department of Public Health - https://www.dph.illinois.gov/covid19
Long Term Care Facility Outbreaks COVID-19 in Illinois - https://dph.illinois.gov/covid19/data/long-term-care-covid-19-facility-level-data.html
Illinois Department of Human Services (public aid) Coronavirus Information - http://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=123118
For Communities - https://dph.illinois.gov/covid19/preventing-spread-communities.html
For Community & Faith-Based Leaders - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/organizations/index.html
For Travelers - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/index.html
For Child Care Providers and Families with Young children https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/OECD/Pages/COVID-19.aspx
For Pet Owners - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/daily-life-coping/animals.html
COVID-19 Frequently Asked Questions - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
Prepare Your Health: Have You Planned Ahead? - https://www.cdc.gov/cpr/prepareyourhealth/index.html
Clean & Disinfect - Interim Recommendations for US Households with Suspected/Confirmed Coronavirus Disease 2019 - https://stacks.cdc.gov/view/cdc/90453
Products that meet EPA’s criteria for use against SARS-CoV-2, the cause of COVID-19 - https://www.epa.gov/pesticide-registration/list-n-disinfectants-use-against-sars-cov-2
Volunteer opportunities - https://coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/volunteer-opportunities

Flyers and Other Resources

Resources for Parents and Children

Tips on Face Masking for Children During COVID-19
American Academy of Pediatrics Guidance on Cloth Face Coverings for Children
Cloth Face Covering for Children Tips
The Lutheran Church Charities (LCC) K-9 comfort dogs are offering free virtual visits. If you or someone you know may benefit from this unique service, visit the link to request a Virtual Visit from an LCC K-9 Comfort Dog. https://lcc.ccbchurch.com/goto/forms/1255/responses/new
Wash Your Hands Video Tutorial - CDC’s Fight Germs – https://youtu.be/eZw4Ga3jg3E
CDC’s Happy Handwashing Song (for younger children) - https://youtu.be/kHPQrYthn6M
Are you a flu fighter? Coloring Book - https://www.nfid.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/flu-coloring-book.pdf
The Germ that Wears a Crown: A Story About the Coronavirus - The FSU Center for Child Stress & Health created a story, coloring & activity book to help children cope with COVID-19. The book teaches children about the virus, social distancing and how to express and manage strong emotions triggered by the outbreak. Children will enjoy reading the story, coloring the pages and completing several activities. Caregivers can use the book as a tool to help them have conversations with children about the virus and any related fears they may have. http://fsustress.org/Activities.html
It’s a Snap Tool Kit - This toolkit provides activities for school administrators, teachers, students, and others to help stop the spread of germs in schools. https://itsasnap.org/snap/pdfs/SNAP-Information.pdf
Scrub Club - Kids can learn about health and hygiene at the Scrub Club™. The site features a fun and educational animated Webisode with seven “soaper-heros” who battle nasty villains representing germs and bacteria. Kids learn the six key steps to proper handwashing through a webisode, a handwashing song, interactive games, and activities for kids. Educational materials for teachers are also available to download. https://www.scrubclub.org/
Talking to Children about COVID-19
PBS Kids When Something Scary Happens - https://pbskids.org/learn/when-something-scary-happens/?fbclid=IwAR13i3wFX8B9-gi63vLjYOVzon_b14vzshlkmNh13PzPnALdLDyHjEC4avc
CDC's Talking with children about Coronavirus Disease 2019 - https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/schools-childcare/talking-with-children.html
Coping after a disaster coloring book
University of Illinois Extension Office Resources for Responding to COVID-19 - https://extension.illinois.edu/global/resources-responding-covid-19
Recognizing Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C)