Posts – Oak Park Mutual Aid

HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED

by Kris Stokes on August 15, 2020 7:26 pm on August 15, 2020

HELP YOUR NEIGHBORS IN NEED
DURING THE ONGOING COVID-19 CRISIS!

Oak Park Mutual Aid is a volunteer group helping those affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in and around Oak Park. We do this by providing food assistance, limited financial support, and referrals to other aid sources in our community.

If you or someone you know need help, please visit our … Read the rest

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State to host drive-thru, walk-up testing in Oak Park on Dec. 28

by Kris Stokes on December 28, 2020 4:48 pm on December 28, 2020

The Illinois Department of Public Health will host a drive-thru/walk-up COVID-19 testing site from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., Mon., Dec. 28 in the parking lot of Fenwick High School, 505 Washington Blvd. Access to the testing site will be from East Avenue, just north of Madison Street. The testing event, arranged by the Oak Park Department of Public Health, … Read the rest

Oak Park and River Forest Social Services Resource Guide

by Alana Murphy on July 6, 2020 11:13 pm on July 6, 2020

Oak Park and River Forest Townships have updated and published a COVID-19 Social Services Resource Guide linked here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fAK-N6X2rWy4qe_7fwRB42byX3kSridp/view

This guide was compiled with the the help of the Community Mental Health Board and seeks to make information more readily available during this difficult time. The guide includes information about mental health and psychiatric services, on-site services for COVID-19 testing, … Read the rest

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Eviction Moratorium Extended

by Alana Murphy on July 6, 2020 11:01 pm on July 6, 2020

Governor Pritzker has extended an Illinois moratorium on evictions until July 31st, and has also announced that a new state grant program will begin in August to help those who are behind on rent.

The rental program will be run by the Illinois Housing Development Authority offers grants of up to $5,000 to provide emergency rental assistance. Assistance will be … Read the rest

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Chicago Resiliency Fund

by Alana Murphy on June 29, 2020 5:52 am on June 29, 2020

Open Society Foundation and the Resurrection Project (TRP) have joined forces to support the City of Chicago in creating a “Resiliency Fund” – a cash assistance program to support Chicago residents who were excluded from federal stimulus aid in response to COVID-19.

The fund was launched on June 22nd, and provides $1,000 per household for eligible Chicagoans, which includes undocumented … Read the rest

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Help For Illinois Families

by Alana Murphy on June 26, 2020 1:26 am on June 26, 2020

Does your family or someone in your community need emergency assistance to help cover costs for utility bills, rent, temporary shelter, food, and other household necessities? 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 … Read the rest

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Mutual Aid Healthcare Working Group

by Alana Murphy on May 21, 2020 12:12 am on May 21, 2020

If you are a healthcare professional and want to help support local community groups in the Chicago area during the COVID-19 crisis, please consider joining the Mutual Aid City-wide Healthcare Working Group. They are looking for volunteers to help with setting up a phone triage and providing medical expertise. You can sign up via the form below.

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1JN1zjfnEmVve6Aj7okblfN2zUOk2lToJZ0LZqdxlR98/viewform?edit_requested=true

Chicago COVID-19 Resource Finder

by Alana Murphy on May 19, 2020 2:33 am on May 19, 2020

As we head into month three of lock-down measures, it can feel really overwhelming to stay up to date on COVID news and find the resources you need to support family members and loved ones during this time! Check out the Chicago COVID Resource Finder pulled together by the City Bureau. The website lists over 1,300 resources including information about … Read the rest

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Housing Forward Looking For Volunteers!

by Alana Murphy on May 7, 2020 4:44 am on May 7, 2020

Housing Forward recently put out a call for volunteers. If you are looking for further ways to get involved and support our local community during this time, please check out the link below.

Housing Forward is dedicated to reducing homelessness! They have a variety of programs and are looking for volunteers who can help with meal delivery and meal provision. … Read the rest

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If you are a healthcare worker in need of a mask

by Nivedita Gunturi on March 23, 2020 10:03 pm on March 23, 2020

Please fill out this form if you are a healthcare worker in need of a mask – the community will do their best to make one for you!

If you are interested in making masks, see this post.

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Tired of cooking? Want to support a local business?

by Nivedita Gunturi on March 23, 2020 9:45 pm on March 23, 2020

Click here for a list of local businesses still doing takeout and delivery

FAQ on Masks

by Mary Anne Mohanraj on March 22, 2020 5:50 pm on March 22, 2020

FAQ ON MASKS, HOME-MADE AND OTHERWISE

NOTE: I am not a doctor, but I have two sisters and a father and a best friend who are, and I’ve spent much of the last week researching these questions in depth.

ARE HOMEMADE MASKS EFFECTIVE?

Somewhat. The recommendations re: their use have shifted in the last week; the CDC has recently relaxed … Read the rest

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Governor Pritzker orders a statewide stay-at-home directive

by Nivedita Gunturi on March 21, 2020 3:40 pm on March 21, 2020

The order takes effect at 5 p.m. Saturday. It will be in effect until the end of the day April 7.

The Oak Park order will defer to the statewide order.

Local roads will remain open, as will public transit. As with the Oak Park order, outdoor activities like walking, running and hiking are allowed. Playgrounds are closed.

Although essential … Read the rest

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U.S. orders up to a yearlong break on mortgage payments for those hit by coronavirus

by Nivedita Gunturi on March 20, 2020 2:54 pm on March 20, 2020

Homeowners who have lost income or employment because of the coronavirus outbreak may be eligible to have their mortgage payments reduced or suspended for up to 12 months.

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How long does COVID-19 live on various surfaces?

by Nivedita Gunturi on March 19, 2020 5:55 pm on March 19, 2020

A major study recently discovered how long COVID-19 stays alive outside the human body.

COVID-19 was applied to the surfaces of air, copper, cardboard, stainless steel, and plastic at 21 to 23°C, 40% relative humidity, and over 7 days.

COVID-19 was found alive on the following surfaces for the following hours:

Airborne: 3 hours
Copper: 4 hours
Cardboard: 24 hours… Read the rest