Community Resources - COVID-19
marquardt school district 15
Health & Safety
COVID-19 Testing in DuPage County
DuPage County is now offering community-based COVID-19 testing at the DuPage County Complex. Testing is free but limited tests are available per day. This is a drive-thru testing site where individuals will give themselves a nasal swab test with instructions from staff.
Location
The entrance is located on County Farm Road a few blocks North of Roosevelt Road at a stoplight. Follow the signs through the campus to the test site.
COVID-19 Testing Guidelines for Individuals Undergoing Testing
COVID-19 Pautas Recomendadas Para Personas Que Se Hicieron la Prueba
Internet Support and Resources
If you currently do not have in home internet, please contact your child’s principal or social worker.
Community Internet Resources
Internet Essentials Affordable high-speed internet plan https://www.internetessentials.com
Xfinity Wifi A network of out-of-home hotspots in the community that allow you to connect to the Internet for free https://wifi.xfinity.com/#app
AT&T Affordable, high-speed internet plan https://www.att.com/shop/internet/access/index.html#!/
Emotional/Mental Health Support
Tips for families who need online support for mental health/behavior concerns: https://childmind.org/coping-during-covid-19-resources-for-parents/
For anyone feeling emotional distress or in need of emotional support, the DuPage County Health Department Crisis Hotline (630) 627-1700 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
SASS – Screening, Assessment, & Support Services through DuPage County Health Department
If your child is presenting a mental health crisis and is in need of an evaluation to determine the most appropriate level of care. Contact the CARES line at 800-345-9049 or https://www.dupagehealth.org/213/Screening-Assessment-and-Support-Service
211 DuPage County: 211 is an important service used by millions of people across North America and now in DuPage County. Every day, clients contact 211 to access free and confidential crisis and emergency counseling, disaster assistance, food, health care and insurance assistance, stable housing and utilities payment assistance, employment services, veteran services and childcare and family services. (800) 942-9412 or email CSPrograms@dupageco.org)
Meal Support
MSD15 Free Meals for Kids
Please go to https://www.d15foodandnutrition.us/ for the latest information about Marquardt School District 15 meal services for the 2020-21 school year.
Pandemic EBT available
All students who are eligible for free meals at school are now eligible for the Pandemic Electronic Benefit Transfer (P-EBT) program. If you already have a Link card, benefits will automatically be applied. If you don’t have a Link card, apply at https://www.dhs.state.il.us/page.aspx?item=124142 by August 31, 2020. Families can participate in both P-EBT & meal distribution currently available at school.
DuPage County Food Banks
This link will take you to an interactive map that will show where the pantry is, when it is open, and who can use it: https://www.dupageco.org/FoodPantries/
Tri-town YMCA & Northern Illinois Food Bank
Free meals for kids 18 and under are distributed at St. Matthew Parish Tuesday-Thursday 4-6 pm and on Saturday and Sunday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at 1555 Glen Ellyn Rd, Glendale Heights
Contact: 630-629-9622
Bloomingdale Township Food Pantry
Open Pantry Every Wednesday & Friday 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Open pantry is available to qualified individuals living in Bloomingdale Township. You can visit the pantry without an appointment during this time though it is recommended that you arrive no later than 10:45 a.m. to guarantee service. This service is offered twice per calendar month.
Contact: (630) 529-9993
Addison Township Food Pantry
Addison’s food pantry is open on Tuesday’s and Wednesday’s from 8:00 A.M. to 9:00 A.M for residents 60 & older and from 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M. for all Addison Township residents in need of food. The pantry is located at the 50 E. Oak St. entrance. Residents of Addison Township can receive food twice a month. However, anyone who has an emergency need for food can come in at any time. We offer non-perishable food items along with USDA commodities. Donations of food and personal hygiene items are gladly accepted.
Contact: http://www.addisontownship.com/food-pantry/
Family In Faith Food Pantry
Check website for food pantry schedule and updates https://fifcc.org/next-food-pantry-reg-9am-distribution-10-am/ at 1480 Bloomingdale Rd., Glendale Heights
Contact: 630-653-5030
Child Care Assistance
YWCA Childcare Assistance Program
Programs & Back-up Care for Essential Workers
Families may apply for supports by contacting emergencychildcare@ywcachicago.org or 800-781-7247. They will work to link you to a child care provider in the area.
Payments for services will be reimbursed through a grant process to child care providers for qualifying parents. Essential workers who do not qualify for the grant will need to pay the child care provider directly.
Homelessness
DuPage Pads 630-682-3846 or https://dupagepads.org
Homeless Prevention and Re-Housing - 630-407-6500
Domestic Violence Support
Family Shelter Services
Domestic violence resource – hotline & support
If you are a victim of domestic violence, please visit their website http://www.familyshelterservice.org/ or call 630.469.5650 (available 24/7)
Financial Assistance
ComEd
ComEd has bill assistance options available to help those struggling with past-due balances.
If your family could benefit from additional support, we ask that you share this information with them and have them call us immediately at 1-800-EDISON1 (1-800-334-7661), M-F, 7am-7pm.
ComEd customers can also visit ComEd.com/Support to learn more about the following payment assistance options and eligibility requirements.
United Way
For assistance with rent, bills, food call 866-211-9966 and provide zip code
They will give you a list of local agencies able to provide assistance you need
Economic Assistance for Illinois Families
Apply for unemployment insurance if unable to work because of COVID-19
Call IDES at 1-800-244-5631 or visit https://www2.illinois.gov/ides/aboutides/Pages/Contact_IDES.aspx
DuPage County - LIHEAP Program
Assistance with utility bills call 630-407-6500
Legal Information
Public benefits, being laided off or fired, eviction, etc.
https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/about/our-work/blog/legal-issues-during-coronavirus-pandemic
If you have other needs or questions about accessing resources, please reach out to your building Social Worker.
Black Hawk: Kelly Connolly – kconnolly@d15.us
G. Stanley Hall: Linda Bryant-Klaft: lbryant-klaft@d15.us and Erin Dunne - edunne@d15.us
Reskin: Mari Mendez - mmendez@d15.us
Winnebago: Lauren Munch - lmunch@d15.us and Grace Safien - gsafien@d15.us
MMS (6th Grade): Kay Austin kaustin@d15.us
Marquardt Middle School (7th Grade): Kaarin VandenBranden - kvandenbranden@d15.us
Marquardt Middle School (8th Grade) Robin Scantlen rscantlen@d15.us
Glendale Heights Community Outreach Specialist Tanya Macko can help refer families to a variety of social services and programs within the community. The Department attempts to bridge the gap between the identification of the need for social services and the enrollment in outside programs.
Contact: Tanya Macko Email: tanya_macko@glendaleheights.org Phone: 630-909-5459
Virtual Calming Room
Tools from MSD15 Social Workers
www.d15.us/virtual-calming-room
The Virtual Calming Room is a place for all students, families (and teachers too) to find the tools that work best for them as they work to manage their BIG feelings and build resiliency.
Disclaimer: The following links are purely for educational purposes and are not intended as psychological interventions or as a substitute for psychological treatment. If you are in need of psychological help you should seek the consultation of a licensed mental health professional. *Not an endorsement of these services or websites*