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COVID-19 Resources

  • Macomb Food Pantries and Meal Sites

    List of pantries and free meal options for students in the Macomb area.

  • McLean County District Unit 5 Meal Distribution

    Providing grab-and-go breakfast and lunch.

  • Meal Distribution for Bloomington School District 87 Students

    District 87 will provide grab-and-go meals to any student in need at several locations in the community using school buses.

  • Medicaid Coverage for COVID-19 Home Test Kits

    The Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) will allow Medicaid-participating pharmacies to prescribe and bill for COVID-19 home test kits.

    This coverage went into effect on Jan. 1, 2022, and applies to Medicaid fee-for-service and HealthChoice Illinois managed care plans.

  • Menard County Housing Authority – Housing Choice Voucher Program

    The Menard County Housing Authority will begin accepting pre-applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Tenant-Based Vouchers).

    The letter waitlist will open Feb. 15 and close at 3 p.m. on March 1, 2021.

    The areas covered include the following counties: Alexander; Bond; Casey, IL; Clinton; Coles; Crawford; Douglas; Fayette; Jackson; Jasper; Livingston; Macoupin; Massac; Menard; Monroe; Moultrie; Perry, Pulaski; Randolph; Scott and Wabash.

    For more information and to apply, visit www.menardcha.org/. Contact (217) 632-7723, option 3, for additional assistance to apply.

  • Menard County Housing Authority – Housing Choice Voucher Program and Other Programs

    The Menard County Housing Authority provides the Housing Choice Voucher Program, Project-Based Vouchers, Tenant Protection Vouchers, and Emergency Housing Vouchers in Alexander, Bond, Casey, Clinton, Coles, Crawford, Douglas, Fayette, Jackson, Jasper, Livingston, Macoupin, Massac, Menard, Monroe, Moultrie, Perry, Pulaski, Randolph, Scott and Wabash counties.

    The website also includes resources for Menard County residents for help with food, utilities, employment, education, and other programs and services.

    For more information and to apply, visit www.menardcha.org. You can also call (217) 632-7723.

  • Mental Health and COVID-19 – Information And Resources

    Mental Health America has compiled a range of resources and information for parents, caregivers, domestic violence survivors and more.

  • Mental Health First Aid USA COVID-19 Resources

    Tips from the Mental Health First Aid curriculum to help you care for your own and your loved ones’ mental health.

    If you or someone you care about feels overwhelmed with emotions like sadness, depression or anxiety, you can text MHFA to 741741 to talk to a Crisis Text Line counselor.

  • Mental Health Online Screening

    One of the quickest and easiest ways to determine whether you are experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition is to take a mental health screening at mhascreening.org. The screening is free and anonymous.

    Taking a screen can help you to better understand what you are experiencing and get helpful resources. After that, consider talking to someone you trust about your results and seek out a professional to find the support you need.

  • Mental Health Resources for Kids, Teens and Young Adults

    The National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) has resources geared toward kids, teens and young adults. NAMI also provides a coloring and activity book and step-by-step guidance to help parents explore and talk to children about emotional topics or mental health challenges.