This morning I was seeking to continue to assist residents as they clean up following the tremendous rainfall. Staff has compiled a reference list that may be helpful to those seeking information, I applaude their effort and thank them.
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The Village of Hanover Park has prepared this information to help keep you safe and speed your recovery after the recent floods. These resources are meant to help individuals and families affected by disaster get assistance to tend to your basic needs and enable you to resume your normal daily activities independently.
The Hanover Park Police Department social worker is available to help assess your situation and make referrals for care. Contact Tricia Rossi, LCSW at (630) 372-4417.
Residents of DuPage County may call the DuPage County Human Services Department at(630) 407-6500 to speak to a research and referral specialist who will direct you to available help.
DISASTER ASSISTANCE: The websites of the organizations below have reliable information on disaster preparedness, how to clean up after a disaster, and disaster financial assistance. They may also offer emergency assistance on a limited basis.
FEMA: www.fema.gov 1-800-621-FEMA
Red Cross: www.redcross.org (312) 729-6100
Salvation Army: www.salvationarmy.org 1-800-564-9044
EMERGENCY SHELTER:
The Red Cross has established a temporary emergency shelter at the following locations. Shelter, food, healthcare, and auxiliary services are available at these Red Cross shelter sites.
Des Plaines Park District Prairie Lakes, 515 E. Thacker, Des Plaines, IL
Mount Carmel Church 1101 N. 23rd St., Melrose Park, IL
You may also seek shelter using the following P.A.D.S. emergency overnight shelter sites:
Northwest Suburban P.A.D.S. (847) 963-9163
DuPage P.A.D.S. (630) 682-3846
FOOD, CLOTHING, AND OTHER NEEDS:
Hanover Park Community Resource Center (630) 837-2100
Hanover Township (630) 540-9085
Schaumburg Township (847) 884-0030
Bloomingdale Township (630) 529-7715
Northwest DuPage Walk-in Ministry (630) 375-7185
People’s Resource Center (630) 682-3844
FURNITURE:
Used furniture is sometimes available in limited quantities. Please contact the DuPage County Human Services Department at (630) 407-6500 or the Hanover Park Police Social Worker at (630) 372-4417 to get a referral.
MENTAL HEALTH / COUNSELING:
Bloomingdale Township Youth & Family Services (630) 529-7715
Hanover Township Youth & Family Services (630) 483-5799
Spectrum Youth & Family Services (847) 884-6212
WAYS – Wayne Area Youth Services (630) 231-7566
Kenneth Young Center (847) 524-8800
Ecker Center (847) 695-0484
If you have any questions about the information presented on this list, or if you would like additional information, contact Tricia Rossi, Hanover Park Police Department social worker, at (630) 372-4417.
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