Helpful resources for those with coronavirus questions

Below is a list of local, state and federal resources for those with questions about the many different aspects of the ongoing coronavirus emergency. Check back, as this list will likely be updated as more information becomes available.

GENERAL – Current detailed information

State of Illinois main website: Coronavirus.Illinois.gov
Toll-free statewide coronavirus information hotline: 1-800-889-3931
State Rep. Tom Bennett’s website: repbennett.com/covid-19

ALL IN ILLINOIS

State leaders are asking Illinoisans to share their stories about how they are filling the hours staying at home, while encouraging others to do the same. The “All In Illinois” campaign has videos from celebrities and everyday Illinoisans talking about what they are doing while heeding the advice to stay at home during the outbreak.

NEWS FROM STATE AGENCIES

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ASSISTANCE/INFORMATION FOR:

THOSE WHO ARE UNEMPLOYED

Call the Illinois Department of Employment Security at 1-800-244-5631
Illinois Unemployment Insurance Benefits Handbook
If you have been a victim of unemployment fraud

BUSINESSES

Emergency Resources for Business (from DCEO)
Small Business Administration Customer Service Center: 1-800-659-2955
SBA Loan Applications: https://disasterloan.sba.gov
Questions about essential businesses: CEO.support@illinois.gov; 1-800-252-2923
Illinois Department of Labor Employer Benefits: (217) 782-6206 or dol.questions@illinois.gov
Small Business Administration COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan Program
Paycheck Protection Program (loans for small businesses to meet payroll)
Illinois Small Business Emergency Loan Fund

CHILD CARE PROVIDERS AND ESSENTIAL WORKERS IN NEED OF CHILD CARE

Updates for facilities regulated by the Department of Children and Family Services: https://www2.illinois.gov/dcfs/brighterfutures/healthy/Pages/Coronavirus.aspx
Directory of emergency providers of child care: https://emergencycare.inccrra.org/ Enter your location and find out about providers nearby, or call the early learning helpline at 1-888-228-1146 between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. for more information.

FARMERS

Guidance from the Illinois Department of Agriculture: https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/agr/Pages/Covid-19-Essential-businesses-guide.aspx

HEALTH CARE INFORMATION

Federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: http://www.cdc.gov
Illinois Department of Public Health: www.dph.illinois.gov
Submit questions via email: DPH.sick@illinois.gov

HUMAN SERVICES PROVIDERS AND CLIENTS

Illinois Department of Human Services: 1-800-843-6154

INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

The Division of Rehabilitation Services (DRS) assists those with disabilities in living independently, through such services assistive technology, occupational rehabilitation and in-home services. But because so many state offices have been closed, the agency has set up a new toll-free number for Illinoisans to use during the coronavirus outbreak. Call 1-877-581-3690 or visit the DRS website for assistance.

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