Springfield Resources
Advice for Parents Experiencing Stress Over COVID-19
The American Academy of Pediatrics advises parents facing stressors over COVID-19 to practice self-care, to reach out to others for help, and to use healthy discipline techniques, such as time-outs.
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.
Laundry Service at All in One Laundry Center
$1 per load wash n’ fold laundry service, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.
801 South Grand Avenue East
Springfield, IL
(217) 544-5058
Kumler Ministries
(217) 523-2196
Springfield-area senior citizens living alone or isolated during the COVID-19 pandemic can safely connect with family, friends and essential services with the help of the Illinois Assistive Technology Program’s free iPad loan program.
WIC has services to support families during the COVID-19 outbreak.