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Family Voices Coronavirus Information and Resources
Family Voices has put together COVID-19-related resources that are relevant to families of children and youth with special healthcare needs.
The resources page includes information on the virus itself, housing resources, resources for parents and caregivers, information regarding children and youth adults with complex medical conditions, mental health resources and information in multiple languages.
Family Caregiver COVID-19 Articles and Resources
The Family Caregiver Alliance provides links to coronavirus-related resources and articles that will be of interest to caregivers and those in their care.
COVID-19 SERIES, Part 1: Put On Your Own Oxygen Mask First
This Family Voices Resources eBlast shares resources for self-care and asks us to consider what happens if we get sick, with related types of emergency planning to consider in order to be prepared.
Are You Ready? Preparing for Emergencies: Tips for Families
Information from Family Voices on how families of children with special healthcare needs can prepare for emergencies.
Teaching kids hand washing during COVID-19
Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics
United Way of Central Illinois and The Community Foundation for the Land of Lincoln have joined together to create the COVID-19 Response Fund to deploy resources to community-based organizations at the front lines of a coronavirus spread in Illinois’ greater capital region.
(217) 535-3120
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Important Information about Social Security Services
Information from the Social Security Administration
COVID-19 resources for families and individuals in Illinois.
Information from the Shriner Center on Poverty Law
The Salvation Army of Decatur’s Social Service Center remains operational to serve those in need during these turbulent times. We currently offer services through our Food Pantry on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Our Pantry Manager and dedicated staff have converted to pre-boxed distribution as part of our coordinated response to COVID-19. Prescription Vouchers are available for those who struggle to cover the costs of their prescribed medications.
Pre-boxed distribution plan drive through.
29 W. Main St.
Decatur, IL
(800) SAL-ARMY
National Domestic Violence Hotline – Staying Safe During COVID-19
Information on how COVID-19 could uniquely impact intimate partner violence survivors and safety tips for survivors.