COVID-19 Resources
Sacred Heart Food Pantry Rock Island
The Sacred Heart Food Pantry and Distribution Center is managed and run by volunteers. The pantry is open daily from 9 to 11 a.m. at the Rock Island Township Hall, 2827 7th Avenue, in Rock Island. Area residents can pick up food once a month (Scott County residents can come to the pantry once and will be given a list of agencies and food pantries in Iowa). Food is provided based on the number of people in the household.
For more information, please call (309) 794-0660.
Salvation Army in Decatur
The Salvation Army of Decatur’s Social Service Center remains operational to serve those in need during these turbulent times. We currently offer services through our Food Pantry on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday mornings. Our Pantry Manager and dedicated staff have converted to pre-boxed distribution as part of our coordinated response to COVID-19. Prescription Vouchers are available for those who struggle to cover the costs of their prescribed medications.
Pre-boxed distribution plan drive through.
29 W. Main St.
Decatur, IL(800) SAL-ARMY
Salvation Army in Decatur and Macon County
The Salvation Army of Decatur and Macon County offers services including a food pantry, youth programs, the Pathway of Hope program for single parents, homeless prevention emergency support, a men’s transitional shelter and more.
Contact the Salvation Army of Decatur at (217) 428-4672.
Salvation Army in Marion
The Salvation Army is providing a drive-through pantry Wednesdays and Fridays from 9 to 11:30 a.m. at the former Fred’s Location in Marion during the COVID-19 outbreak.
The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration’s (SAMHSA) National Helpline is a free, confidential, 24-hour, seven-days-a-week, 365-day-a-year treatment referral and information service (in English and Spanish) for individuals and families facing mental and/or substance use disorders.
(800) 662-HELP (4357)
TTY: (800) 487-4889
Sangamon County Health Department
The Sangamon County Health Department protects, promotes and works to improve the health and well-being of all individuals and families in Sangamon and Menard Counties. Programs and services include vaccination clinics and other health services for children and adults, a discount card for medications, medication and sharps disposal, and more.
Sangamon County Health Deptmartment
Information and resources for Sangamon County during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Sangamon County Resource Guide
The Sangamon County Department of Community Resources strives to improve the quality of life for people in-need in Sangamon County through department programs, services and referrals that promote economic stability and/or self-motivation.
The department provides several resource guides that cover financial assistance, food pantries, health care, housing and more for the residents of Sangamon County.
Sangamon Mass Transit District’s Free Rides
The Springfield Mass Transit District is extending its suspension of the collection of bus fares. Riders do not need to pay to ride the bus. For the latest information, visit www.smtd.org/news.
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