Published for the Clients of Loaves & Fishes Community Pantry
CommunityConnections UPCOMING PROGRAMS AND OPPORTUNITIES Parking Client Parking will open 30 minutes before pick-up. El registro termina 30 minutos antes del cierre. 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.
DAY WITHOUT HUNGER Friday, June 14, 2013 Noon to 10 pm UN DIA SIN HAMBRE Viernes, Junio 14, 2013 Medio dia asta las 10 de la noche A DAY OF FREE FAMILY ACTIVITIES FOR EVERYONE: Noon-7pm Free Community BBQ Children’s Activities Musical entertainment Exhibits, demos & raffles 7 – 10pm Concert: Hix Bros Captains (of Industry)
All food and entertainment FREE!
Free Preschool – 2013-2014 School Year Your child may qualify for FREE preschool at the Naperville District 203 Ann Reid Early Childhood Center through the statefunded Preschool For All Grant or Head Start Program. Preschool is available for families with children age 3-5 living within Naperville District 203 boundaries who meet designated program criteria. For more information call Isabel Navarro at 630-420-3081. Su niño puede calificar para pre-kínder
June • Community Calendar
GRATIS en la escuela preescolar Ann Reid Early Childhood Del Distrito 203 de Naperville ia través de la beca estatal de una Subvención Preescolar para Todos o el Programa de Head Start! Pre-Kínder está disponible a familias con niños de 3-5 años de edad que residen dentro de las fronteras de los límites del Distrito 203 de Naperville. ¡Llame ahora para más información! Isabel Navarro: 630-420-3081.
FREE Food for Kids in the Summer Comida GRATIS para niño durante el verano Visit a summer meal site for FREE meals open to all children during the summer months. For details about when sites start serving and which meals are offered call Katie Kowalczyk at 630-443-6910. Visita las siguientes locaciones por comida gratis para todos los niños en los meses de verano. Para los detalles de cuando empezara a servirse estos alimentos puedes llamar a Katie Kowalczyk al 630-443-6910. DuPage County Meal Sites: Anne M. Jeans Elementary School 16W631 91st Street, Willowbrook Henry Hyde Resource Center 199 Michael Lane, Addison Warrenville Park District 3S260 Warren Ave., Warrenville Woodridge Community Resource Center 8274 Janes Ave., Woodridge York Community Resource Center 1S071 Luther Ave., Lombard
No Cost Dental Services The Chicago Dental Society Foundation (CDSF) Dental Clinic provides primary dental care including oral examinations, prophylaxis, inter-oral and panoramic x-rays, basic restorations and extractions 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
June • News & Reminders Driver Safety Class for Drivers Aged 50+ years
one with a disability. Call 630-585-7510 for more information and to apply.
The Naperville Police Department is offering a classroom, driver refresher course to help participants drive safer and therefore keep their licenses longer. Classes will be held on Monday, June 10 and Tuesday, June 11 from 8:30 am to 12:30 pm at the Naperville Police Department. Participants must attend both days. The fee is $14 ($12 for AARP members). For further information call Community Education Specialist, Mary Browning, at 630-420-6731 or Marcia Schild at 630-420-6667.
Hands & Feet Outreach
Need Legal Advice? If you have a legal issue and could use some free legal advice, we may be able to help you get some answers. We will forward your information to the Naperville CARES’s “Ask A Lawyer” Program. A local law firm specializing in a variety of legal issues including Real Estate, Family Law, Bankruptcy, Traffic and Juvenile Law will review the information you provide and answer questions and provide guidance.
Need a Car to get to work? 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.
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 630-4166699 and tell them that Loaves & Fishes sent you.
Home Safety Modifications
Rebuilding Together Aurora offers nocost, home safety and accessibility modifications for lowincome homeowners who are seniors, living with a disability or caring for a loved
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.
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.
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Medical Care (Access DuPage)
L&F ART Contest Will you draw us a picture? Loaves & Fishes would like some children’s drawings to use in our 2014 CALENDAR, decorate our lobby, use on holiday cards, and to help people know about us. Any child 5 to age 18 can participate. See the Reception Desk for more information and a submission form. Deadline is June 30. Loaves & Fishes gustaría dibujos de algunos niños para tilizarlos en nuestro CALENDARIO 2014, decorar el lobby, el uso de tarjetas de vacaciones, y ayudar a la gente nos conozca. Todos los niños de 5 a 18 años de edad pueden participar. Fecha límite: 30 de junio 2013.
Access DuPage provides medical care to DuPage residents with no health insurance. Make an appointment to fill out an application at the reception desk. • 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. • Access DuPage proporciona atención médica a DuPage residentes sin seguro de salud. Haga una cita para llenar una solicitud en la recepción
Add more vegetables to your day! Tips to help you eat more veggies! It’s easy to eat more vegetables with some planning! Eating vegetables is important because they provide vitamins and minerals and most are low in calories. To fit more vegetables in your meals, follow these simple tips. It is easier than you think.
Stock up on veggies Canned vegetables are a great addition to any meal, so keep on hand canned tomatoes, kidney beans, garbanzo beans, mushrooms, and beets. Select those labeled as “reduced sodium,” “low sodium,” or “no salt added.”
Discover fast ways to cook Cook fresh or frozen vegetables in the microwave for a quick-and-easy dish to add to any meal. Steam green beans, carrots, or broccoli in a bowl with a small amount of water in the microwave for a quick side dish.
Check the freezer aisle Frozen vegetables are quick and easy to use and are just as nutritious as fresh veggies. Try adding frozen corn, peas, green beans, spinach, or sugar snap peas to some of your favorite dishes or eat as a side dish.
Make your garden salad glow with color Brighten your salad by using colorful vegetables such as black beans, sliced red bell peppers, shredded radishes, chopped red cabbage, or watercress. Your salad will not only look good but taste good, too.