COVID-19 Updates & Resources

Read on for resources and library service updates related to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Latest Service Update

November 1, 2022

Masks are recommended for all patrons and staff entering the library.
Masks are required for patrons in Book A Librarian sessions.

Thank you for your understanding!

Event Guidelines

Events are subject to change based on Restore Illinois guidelines.

COVID-19 Resources

Employment

Stimulus check calculator
Illinois Helps Volunteer Management System (medical volunteers are badly needed)
How to apply for unemployment benefits if you are out of work during Illinois’ COVID-19 shutdown

Financial Support

Arts for Illinois Relief Fund provides financial relief to workers and organizations in the creative industries impacted by COVID-19

Food & Groceries

Niles Township Food Pantry
Greater Chicago Food Depository
Food Connection - Illinois Department of Human Services
United Way of Metro Chicago Neighborhood Resources
Youth of MCC is providing grocery and medicine delivery services for seniors in Morton Grove and Skokie—call or text 708-859-1483 to apply (learn more)

Restaurants

Morton Grove restaurants that are still open and offering takeout/delivery

Village of Morton Grove
Niles Township
Maine Township
Cook County
State of Illinois
- All In Illinois is an initiative to get people to stay home to keep people safe
- Resources in different languages (Spanish, Chinese, Arabic, Polish, Urdu, Tagalog, and Hindi)
- Unemployment Benefits

Frequently Asked Questions

Blog posts

Coronavirus and You: Facts and Helpful Tips for Staying Healthy

Disability Community Support

Caretaker Resources

Dealing with COVID-19 for Special Educators, Therapists, & Families
Child Mind Institute Supporting Parents During COVID-19
Coronavirus Daily Tip videos
Chicagoland available childcare workers during COVID-19
Plain Language Information on COVID-19

Activities & Entertainment