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CommunityConnections UPCOMING PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES
September 2013 • Community Calendar
Parking
Need a Car to get to work?
Client Parking will open 30 minutes before pick-up. El registro termina 30 minutos antes del cierre.
If you have a child under 18 years old and have a job, you may qualify for the Salvation Army’s Ways to Work program. This loan program can provide up to an $8,000 loan at 8% interest even if your credit is not good. Call 877-601-2769.
Clients may not park in lots of surrounding buildings. Parking in unauthorized areas may result in being towed. Los clientes no pueden estacionarse en los lotes de los edificios circundantes. El aparcamiento en zonas no autorizadas puede resultar en ser remolcado.
Do You Know About the New Health Law? Find out about your new expanded health insurance choices with help from the Loaves & Fishes “Enroll DuPage” team. Make an appointment to get assistance with your application beginning October 1, 2013.
Are things out of control? Attend Catholic Charities FREE “Out of Poverty” Program and take control of your goals, time and money. Work against hunger, homelessness, unemployment and low self-esteem. Classes are held Mondays, September 9th to October 28th, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm at St. Isidore Parish Office, Bloomingdale, Illinois. To register call Yvonne Morrongiello, 630-495-8008 ext. 2122.
No Cost Dental Services The Chicago Dental Society Foundation (CDSF) Dental Clinic provides primary dental care at no cost to patients who demonstrate need and reside in Cook, Lake and DuPage counties. Patients must provide proof of residency, must be unable to get insurance and must show proof of qualifying income. The clinic is in the Wheaton Oaks Professional Building at 416 E. Roosevelt Road in Wheaton. For more information contact the Dental Clinic at: 630-260-8530.
Affordable Health Care For ALL Your Health Care Needs VNA Health Centers are federally qualified health centers that provide comprehensive primary and preventative care, including oral, mental health and substance abuse services to persons of all ages, regardless of their ability to pay or health insurance status. Walk-ins are welcome, but appointments preferred.
Disponible Cuidado Medico Para Todos VNA Clinicas estan calificados en el cúidado de la salud la cual provee cuidado medico primario y preventivo incluye asistencia dental problemas mentales y abuso de sustancias para todas la edades con disponsibildad de pago de acuerdo a sus ingresos sin importar su aseguranza no necesita cita pero es preferible si puede hacer una cita previa. VNA Health Center Locations Aurora 400 N. Highland Avenue 630-978-2532, Dental 630-859-9124 Bensenville 28 N. York Road 630-482-8170 ext. 3000 and 3001 Bolingbrook 396 Remington Blvd, Suite 230 On the campus of Adventist Bolingbrook Hospital 630-378-1344 ext. 3201 Carol Stream 350 Schmale Road, Suite 150 630-482-8172 ext. 3100 and 3101 Elgin – East 801 Villa Street 630-482-8193 ext. 8193 Elgin – West 620 Wing Street 847-717-6455 ext. 6000 For an appointment at any VNA Health Center, call: 630-892-4355 or 847-717-6455
Early Childhood Community Resource Fair Over 35 community organizations will be providing information about services and resources for children ages 0 to 5 in the Naperville/Aurora area. Saturday, September 21, 2013, 9 am to 12 pm. Ann Reid Early Childhood Center, 1011 South Naper Blvd, Naperville.
Feria de Recursos Comunitarios de Intervención Temprana Más de 35 organizaciones comunitarias estarán brindando información y acceso a una variedad de servicios para niños pequeños en el área de Naperville/Aurora. Sábado, 21 de septiembre 2013, 9 am – 12 pm. Ann Reid Early Childhood Center, 1011 South Naper Blvd, Naperville.
Tutoring in English Would you like to improve your English speaking, reading and writing skills, but find it impossible to attend classes? Literacy DuPage offers tutoring schedules that are customized to meet your needs. Contact Literacy DuPage at 630-416-6699 and tell them that Loaves & Fishes sent you.
Home Safety Modifications
Rebuilding Together Aurora offers nocost, home safety and accessibility modifications for low-income homeowners who are seniors, living with a disability or caring for a loved one with a disability. Call 630-585-7510 for more information and to apply.
Hands & Feet Outreach St. Paul Lutheran Church is sponsoring an outreach program at 537 S. Ardmore in Villa Park to help those in DuPage County who need item which cannot be purchased by food stamps (soap, toothpaste, diapers, shampoo, toilet paper, laundry detergent, and more). Hands and Feet will be open the first Sunday of the month from 2-4 pm. Call 630-832-5580 if you have questions. Bring ID or lease to show address.
September 2013 • News & Reminders Public Benefit Assistance If you are facing an emergency, or need help in understanding the community assistance that might be available to you or your household, meet with a representative from Loaves & Fishes while you are at the pantry. •
Illinois Supplemental Nutrition Assistance program (SNAP)
Submit your application online for additional food for your family. Benefits are provided on the Link Card, an electronic card that can be used at most grocery stores.
Medical Care (Access DuPage)
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Access DuPage provides medical care to DuPage residents with no health insurance. Make an appointment to fill out an application at the reception desk.
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Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
This assistance program helps eligible households pay winter gas or electric bills. An overdue bill or disconnect notice is not required to receive LIHEAP assistance. Applications will be taken at Loaves & Fishes starting September 1 according to the following restrictions: September 1 appointments only for: • Households with disconnected services • A household member receiving Social Security Disability • Senior (60+) household member October 1 appointments only for: • A household member receiving Social Security Disability • Senior (60+) household member • A household member under the age of 5 • A household with a disconnected utility November 1 – Any household that is income eligible.
Did you eat breakfast today?
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SNAP El programa de asistencia de nutrición suplementaria de Illinois puede ayudarle con los costos de la comida. Los beneficios se proveen a través de la tarjeta Link– una tarjeta electrónica que puede ser usada en la mayoría de las tiendas de alimentos . Nuestro representante trabajará con Ud durante para enviar la aplicación.
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ACCESS DUPAGE proporciona atención médica a DuPage residentes sin seguro de salud. Haga una cita para llenar una solicitud en la recepción
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El PROGRAMA DE ASISTENCIA DE ENERGIA PARA HOGARES DE BAJOS INGRESOS (LIHEAP por sus siglas en Inglés) ayuda a hogares elegibles a pagar costos eléctricos o de gas durante el invierno. Nuestro representante trabajará con Ud durante para enviar la aplicación.
Community Clothes Closet The first Saturday of each month from 9 am – 12 pm, St. John United Church of Christ operates a Clothes Closet. Infant to adult sized clothes are available at no cost. The Community Clothes Closet is located in the Community Room of St. John United Church of Christ, 309 5th Street, Aurora 60606, 630-892-1932.
El Roperor para la Comunidad Ropa Gratis en tallas para Bebé hasta Adulto. Venga para recibir ropa en: Sábado. 9 am – 12 pm. Primer Sábado del mes. St. John United Church of Christ, 309 5th Street, Aurora 60606, 630-8921932.
Safety and Wellness Fair for Seniors and Veterans Naperville and Lisle Townships TRIAD is hosting the fourth annual FREE Safety and Wellness Fair for Seniors and Veterans on Friday, October 11, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Celebration Community Life Center, 919 S. Washington St., Naperville. Fair attendees will have the opportunity to receive flu shots, a variety of health screenings, legal counseling, estate planning, and information about veterans’ benefits, volunteer opportunities, community services, recreation, and much more. For more information, please contact Jenny Dawley, Naperville Township Office, at (630) 355-2786.
Nutrition Tip provided by Katie Davis MS, RD, CSSD, LDN, Member Loaves & Fishes Nutrition Advisory Council
Like filling a car with gasoline, breakfast fills your body with the fuel it needs to run all day! Eating breakfast increases focus and concentration, improving performance both at school and work. It also enhances weight loss and maintenance efforts. Include grains, protein and fruit or vegetables with breakfast every day. No time to make breakfast? That’s okay! All of these breakfasts are quick, easy and tasty!
1. Low-fat vanilla yogurt topped with fresh fruit and cheerios 2. Whole wheat bagel with peanut butter and an apple 3. Oatmeal made with low-fat milk and topped with dried cranberries 4. Half of a honey and nut butter sandwich paired with a banana 5. Scrambled eggs with veggies and low-fat shredded mozzarella cheese (hint: scramble everything together in a coffee mug and microwave for 1-2 minutes.)