New – Helpline for Victims of Domestic Violence
The role of the Illinois Department of Human Services’ Domestic Violence Helpline is being expanded in order to create a one stop access point for shelter needs. People experiencing domestic violence may directly call the Helpline at 1-877-TO END DV (1-877-863-6338 voice or 1-877-863-6339 TTY) and be connected to shelter through existing local domestic violence shelters or they will be connected to emergency shelter through available hotels and motels. Transportation assistance is being offered as well.
New! – Stay at Home Executive Order Frequently Asked Questions
New! – Child Welfare Staff Resources
New! – Coronavirus Aid, Relief & Economic Security (CARES) Act: How to Apply for Non-Profit Relief Funds
New! – Families First Cornoavirus Response Act Paid Sick and Expanded Federal Leave
New! – Phone and Virtual Visit Guidance and Consent – March 25
Mental Health Services available through our Employee Assistance Program
Forbes Article – How To Preserve Your Mental Strength When Everything Is Uncertain
Fun Activities for Parents to do with their Children
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) COVID-19 Information and Resources
Thinking About Your Investment Strategy – Fidelity Infographic
Communicating Through the Coronavirus Crisis – Harvard Business Review
How to Actually Work When You’re Working from Home – Harvard Business Review
Children’s Home & Aid Working from Home – Dos and Don’ts
Guide to Adjusting Your Voice Mail on the Toshiba Phone System
If Coronavirus has you stressed and anxious, consider using our Employee Assistance Program as a resource – SupportLinc Program Flyer.
Make Sure You Are Set Up to Receive Agency Emergency Alerts
If you didn’t receive a test text from the agency’s emergency response system, you don’t have a valid Emergency Notification cell phone number set up in Ultipro. Please follow these instructions:
- Log into Ultipro
- Go to Menu – Myself – Personal – Name, Address, and Telephone
- Add a new Emergency Notification number to the Alternative Phone area.