Dates of the 2020 Toy Drive
Now until November 30th: Accepting donations
Nov 30th - Mid December: Toy Order is being processed
Mid December: Toys delivered to HNA
Post Dec 15th: Toy distribution to schools + organizations
Free Mercado Saturday 9/5 at Kelvyn Park
Free Mercado Saturday Sept 5th 12-4pm -Kelvyn Park
Free Clothes & Shoes for the Community / Ropa y Zapatos Gratis por la Communidad
Free Mercado at Kelvyn Park (Park District)
Sponsored by the Kelvyn Park Advisory Council at kelvynpark.org
4438 W Wrightwood Ave, Hermosa, Chicago
We are offering a free mercado / store for clothing, shoes and limited school supplies.
- Limit: 1 bag per person
- Masks required while in shopping area
Raffle for free Fire Tablet - tickets $1 for 1 or $5 for $6
Estamos ofreciendo un mercado / tienda gratis para ropa, zapatos y útiles escolares limitados.
- Límite: 1 maleta por persona
- Se requieren máscaras en el área de compras
Rifa para tableta Fire gratis - boletos $ 1 por 1 o $ 5 por $ 6
Free Covid Testing 7/27, 28 + 30 at Kelvyn Park
Free Family Covid Testing at Kelvyn Park Tues + Thurs, 10-4pm
Prueba familiar gratuita de Covid en Kelvyn Park
Tuesday + Thursday, July 28th+ 30th, 2020, 10am - 4pm
Where: Kelvyn Park Fieldhouse entrance, 4438 W. Wrightwood Ave, Chicago, IL 60639, Walk up / Camine
Preregister for reduce wait / Registrarse para espera reducida https://chicagocovidtesting.com
HNA in the News - WTTW PBS Interviews Rupert Medina during Coronavirus at Kelvyn Park
WTTW PBS reporter Brandis Freedman interviews Rupert Medina, of the Hermosa Neighborhood Association, on the COVID-19 pandemic, July 2020 in Kelvyn Park, Hermosa in Chicago.
Watch Video + Like on Facebook
HNA in the News - Covid-19 Top 4 Zip Codes in Illinois are Chicago Latino Communities (Copy)
Maria Inés Zamudio of WBEZ.org interviews HNA’s Executive Director Lee Helmer in response to April 2020’s high Covid rates as the top four zip codes in the state of Illinois. Transcript below.
Four zip codes in mostly Latino neighborhoods have the highest numbers of COVID-19 cases in Illinois a WBEZ analysis of state data shows. WBEZ’s Maria Inez Zamudio reports:
Three of the top zip codes include majority Latino neighborhoods in Chicago like little village in Chicago Lawn the highest number of cases were found in Belmont Cragin and Hermosa. Lee Helmer is with the Hermosa Neighborhood Association. “We will be getting signs made to put in the parks in English and Spanish to remind people that they shouldn't be playing on the playground or playing, let's say, in Kelvyn Park at a volleyball match.” Helmer said she doesn't want to report people who aren't following social distancing guidelines instead she wants to focus on educating them. Maria Inés Zamudio, WBEZ News.
Hermosa Restaurants + Breweries Open For Pickup and Delivery During Coronavirus
Support Local RESTAURANTS + Breweries To Keep Workers Employed
// Apoya a los RESTAURANTES locales + cervecerías para mantener a los trabajadores empleados
Local businesses struggle to keep people employed while large chains can absorb the financial hits. To help our community, we’ve put together a list of Hermosa area restaurants and breweries that are taking orders for pickup and delivery. Support local businesses while enjoying a delicious meal or beverage!
// Las empresas locales luchan por mantener a las personas empleadas mientras que las grandes cadenas pueden absorber los impactos financieros. A continuación hay una lista de restaurantes y cervecerías del área de Hermosa que están tomando pedidos para su recogida y entrega. ¡Apoye a las empresas locales mientras disfruta de una deliciosa comida o bebida!
Health + Safety First
// Salud + seguridad primero
Be sure to order and handle pickup or delivery safely. Here are some tips + articles to reduce the spread or no-contact transactions:
Delivery: be sure to select "no-contact" or "leave-at-my-door" option if available // Entrega: asegúrese de seleccionar la opción "sin contacto" o "dejar en mi puerta" si está disponible
All transactions: Pay online if possible through a debit or credit card // Todas las transacciones: pague en línea si es posible a través de una tarjeta de débito o crédito
Pickup: Call the restaurant to check for no-contact pickup options (ex: call from car when you’re ready, ask the restaurant to place your order outside the door) // Recogida: llame al restaurante para verificar las opciones de recolección sin contacto (por ejemplo, llame desde el automóvil cuando esté listo, solicite al restaurante que haga su pedido fuera de la puerta)
ARTICLES:
Do you want to add or edit a listing? Click the edit button below // ¿Quieres agregar o editar un listado? Haga clic aquí para editar.
Hermosa Mutual Aid Fundraiser for Families in Need - 2020
The Hermosa Neighborhood Association collaborates with Hermosa Mutual Aid to help families in need with food, supplies, and expenses. Providing these essentials to our community members helps strengthen housing and food security, overall health of stability of our residents and creates bonds when neighbors are helping neighbors.
Please consider donating $5, $50 or whatever you are able, to help combat inequities this pandemic has spotlighted. Any amount is appreciated, and all donations are tax deductible.
Chicago - Hermosa Community Resources During Coronavirus
Do you or a neighbor need help? The HNA has compiled a list of services that are available to help you navigate a change in lifestyle during this challenging time.
If you would like to help as a volunteer / block club captain, you can lean more here.
Sickness / CORONAVIRUS
Free Covid Testing: chicagocovidtesting.com
Emergency medical care - call 911
Routine doctor visits: if you are a senior, call your doctor to check if the appointment should be postponed to practice social distancing out of caution
If you are experiencing possible symptoms (cough, fever) , READ the RECOMMENDED INSTRUCTIONS FROM the HEALTH DEPARTMENT FIRST.
If you need general help understanding the recommendations, contact info@ourhermosa.org
FOOD/MEAL DELIVERY
Food for CPS Students: Free meals are available, see CPS.edu/coronavirus
Food Pantries
Greater Chicago Food Depository, various locations, 773-247-3663
60641 only: Irving Park Food Pantry: 4256 N. Ridgeway Avenue, 773-283-6296 INCLUDES PET FOOD 🐶🐱
All pet food pantries Anticruelty.org/pantries
TRANSPORTATION
Low cost: The CTA remains open, check for outages on their website or call 312-836-7000
Order car service online (prices vary) - Uber.com or Lyft.com
Taxi Service:
Wheelchair Access Cab: 312-701-4559
Checker Cab: 312-243-2537
Yellow Cab: 312-744-2244
INTERNET / WIFI / LIBRARY
Comcast
Internet Essentials low cost internet
1-855-846-8376 or https://www.internetessentials.com/covid19
Xfinity free wifi hotspots: go to your wifi settings and look for the "xfinity" network
Libraries: Open
Library eCards: Apply for an eCard at the Chicago Public Library
UNEMPLOYMENT / UTILITY SHUTOFF / EVICTION
Utilities
People’s Gas: trouble paying bills - 1-866-556-6001
Comed: 1-800-334-7661
If you’re struggling to make your energy bill payments contact the Northwest Side Housing Center to apply for energy assistance programs https://form.jotform.com/nwshc/liheap or call 773-283-3888.
Employment/Job
Unemployment Support: https://www.arisechicago.org/unemployment_benefits
Unemployment Benefits- If you are out of work, you may be eligible for benefits > Start here or call IDES at 1-800-244-5631
Housing
Emergency Rent Assistance:
First, call your landlord to discuss options and explain your situation
Call 311 and they can route you to a Community Service office
Landlord Guidance -- Metropolitan Tenants Organization: 773-292-4988 - Monday-Friday, 1:00-5:00pm.
Eviction - City of Chicago Social Services: 312-603-3337
Mortgage/Rent/Shelter/General Housing Needs: Northwest Side Housing Center - 773-283-3888
Shelter: La Posada Family Shelter - Casa Central - 3209 W. Evergreen - 773-782-8820
PARENTS / CHILDREN / CPS STUDENTS
For complete details, go to CPS.edu/coronavirus
Meals for ALL CHILDREN
For in person pickup: go to ANY CPS SCHOOL, M-F, 9am-1pm. Hermosa area school locations are listed here
For delivery call 773-553-5437 or familyservices@cps.edu
Need-Based Childcare
SitterCity.com is offering free access to their trusted childcare worker database
MENTAL HEALTH
Domestic violence hotline: 1-877-863-6338
National Suicide Hotline - online chat or 1-800-273-8255
Suicide: Youth Suicide + Bullying - The Trevor Project
hotline 1-866-488-7386
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NEED ADDITIONAL HELP?
AuntBertha.com has many resources from mental health to local health services
Fill out this form and tell us what you need help with, and a volunteer will contact you.
Chicago - Recursos Comunitarios de Hermosa Durante el Coronavirus
¿Usted o un vecino necesita ayuda? La HNA ha compilado una lista de servicios que están disponibles para ayudarlo a navegar un cambio en el estilo de vida durante este momento difícil.
Si desea ayudar como voluntario / capitán del club de bloque, puede obtener más información aquí.
Enfermedad / Coronavirus
Comida / Entrega de Comida
Transporte
Internet / Wifi / Biblioteca
Ayuda de Apagado / Desalojo de Utilidades
Padres + Estudiantes de CPS
Salud Mental + LBGTQIA
Enfermedad / Coronavirus
Pruebas de Covid Gratis: chicagocovidtesting.com
Actualizaciones del Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago
Atención médica de emergencia: llame al 911
Visitas médicas de rutina: si usted es un anciano, llame a su médico para verificar si la cita debe posponerse para practicar el distanciamiento social por precaución
Si experimenta posibles síntomas (tos, fiebre), LEA LAS INSTRUCCIONES RECOMENDADAS DEL DEPARTAMENTO DE SALUD PRIMERO.
Si necesita ayuda general para comprender las recomendaciones, comuníquese con info@ourhermosa.org
Comida / Entrega de Comida
Necesidades alimentarias de emergencia: https://hermosamutualaid.org
Comida para estudiantes de CPS: Hay comidas gratis disponibles, ver CPS.edu/coronavirus
Despensa de comida
Greater Chicago Food Depository, varios lugares, 773-247-3663
60641 solo código postal: Irving Park Food Pantry: 4256 N. Ridgeway Avenue, 773-283-6296 , incluye comida para mascotas 🐶🐱
TRANSPORTE
Bajo costo: el CTA permanece abierto as of 3/15, verifique si hay interrupciones en su sitio web o llame 312-836-7000
Solicite servicio de automóvil en línea (los precios varían) - Uber.com or Lyft.com
Servicio de taxi:
Cabina de acceso para sillas de ruedas: 312-701-4559
Checker Cab: 312-243-2537
Yellow Cab: 312-744-2244
INTERNET / WIFI / BIBLIOTECA
Comcast
Internet Essentials internet de bajo costo
1-855-846-8376 or https://www.internetessentials.com/covid19
Xfinity gratis wifi: vaya a su configuracion wifi la busque la red “infinity”
Bibliotecas: cerrada
AYUDA DE APAGADO / DESALOJO DE UTILIDADES
Hipoteca / Alquiler / Refugio / Necesidades generales de vivienda: Northwest Side Housing Center - 773-283-3888
Desempleo: si no tiene trabajo, puede ser elegible para recibir beneficios> Comience aquí o llame a IDES al 1-800-244-5631
Desempleo Ayuda: https://www.arisechicago.org/unemployment_benefits
Problemas del Propietario -- Metropolitan Tenants Organization: 773-292-4988 - Lunes-Viernes, 1:00-5:00pm.
Desalojo - Servicios Sociales de la Ciudad de Chicago: 312-603-3337
Refugio : La Posada Refugio Familiar - Casa Central - 3209 W. Evergreen - 773-782-8820
Servicios Públicos
People’s Gas: problemas para pagar las facturas - 1-866-556-6001
Comed: problemas para pagar las facturas 1-800-334-7661
Communiquese con el Northwest Side para solicitar programas de assistencia de energia https://form.jotform.com/nwshc/liheap o 773-283-3888
PADRES / ESTUDIANTES DE CPS
Para obtener detalles completos, vaya a CPS.edu/coronavirus
Comida por
Para recogida en persona: ve a tu escuela
Para entrega llame 773-553-5437 o familyservices@cps.edu
Cuidado de niños basado en la necesidad
El Departamento de Salud Pública de Chicago sugiere que los estudiantes se queden en casa si es posible, pero entiendan que esto no siempre es una opción, ver a continuación
SitterCity.com está priorizando el cuidado infantil para los trabajadores médicos
SALUD MENTAL + LGBTQIA
Línea directa de violencia doméstica: 1-877-863-6338
Línea directa de suicidio en español - 1-888-628-9454
Suicidio: suicidio juvenil + intimidación - The Trevor Project
Línea directa de crisis 1-866-488-7386
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Helping Neighbors in Hermosa During Coronavirus
If you would like to help your neighbors, even in a completely remote fashion, we first say, thank you, as it does take compassion and awareness in order to make an effort to help reduce cases or severity of viruses, and aide our most vulnerable get the care they need. If you would like to donate to the HNA which could be used for neighbors in immediate need, DONATE HERE, please note the donation for “mutual aid” which will be earmarked for food + supplies that go directly to Hermosa residents.
Are you interested in getting involved in helping your neighbors? Please contact us to learn more about volunteering opportunities.
Questions? Contact info@ourhermosa.org or message on Facebook or text us at 773-295-7790