Author: Intern Rep Hirschauer

Flu Season is Here: Find Local Opportunities and Stay Protected!

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Flu Season is Here: Find Local Opportunities and Stay Protected!

It’s flu vaccine season, and local organizations are providing several options to get your shot. Some locations are offering free flu shots, while others may require proof of insurance and have a limited number of free shots available for uninsured individuals. Additionally, the DuPage Health Coalition is providing vouchers for free flu shots at Jewel-Osco, contact Joel at jjara@accessdupage.org to obtain yours. Share this information to help keep our community healthy!

If you have any further questions, please reach out to us at (331) 465-9661, or email us at office@repmaura49.com.

Es la temporada de vacunas contra la gripe y las organizaciones locales ofrecen varias opciones para vacunarse. Algunas ubicaciones ofrecen vacunas gratuitas contra la gripe, mientras que otras pueden requerir prueba de seguro y tienen una cantidad limitada de vacunas gratuitas disponibles para personas sin seguro. Además, DuPage Health Coalition está proporcionando vales para vacunas contra la gripe gratuitas en Jewel-Osco; comuníquese con Joel en jjara@accessdupage.org para obtener la suya. ¡Comparta esta información para ayudar a mantener saludable a nuestra comunidad!

Si tiene más preguntas, comuníquese con nosotros al (331) 465-9661 o envíenos un correo electrónico a office@repmaura49.com.

AddressTimeAdditional Requirements
Health Fair at St. Andrew’s Lutheran Church
155 N Prince Crossing Rd, West Chicago, IL 60185		Sunday, September 22, 2024
12:00 pm to 4:00 pm		Please bring your insurance card. A limited number of free vaccinations are available for those without insurance.
Northwestern Medicine
Tampico Supermarket
516 Main Street		Monday, September 23, 2024 11:00 am to 1:00 pmShots are free of charge
Timberlake Apartments
1200 Kings Cir, West Chicago, IL 60185 (near the Hub/pool)		Thursday, September 26, 2024 4:00 to 5:30 pm
Neighborhood Food Pantries West Chicago
(Fremont Food Pantry)
123 Fremont St, West Chicago, IL 60185		Wednesday, October 9, 2024 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
Puente del Pueblo, Main Apartments
809 Burr Oak Dr. West Chicago, IL 60185		Thursday, October 10, 2024, 4:00 to 7:00 pm

Temporary Visitor Drivers Now Eligible to Apply for Standard Driver’s License
(Haga Click Aqui para Espanol)

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Temporary Visitor Drivers Now Eligible to Apply for Standard Driver’s License (Haga Click Aqui para Espanol)

Starting July 1st, 2024, the Temporary Visitor Driver’s License was discontinued, and all previous holders are eligible to apply for a Standard Driver’s License/State ID in its place. Immigrants with a TVDL, whether documented (without an SSN) or undocumented, can visit ILSOS.gov/TVDL or their nearest Secretary of State building in-person to apply. There is no test required, but applicants must have their TVDL card and number on-hand and pay a $5 service fee.

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If you’ve never had a TVDL card, you are still eligible for a First Time Driver’s License by setting up an appointment with your nearest DMV. You will be required to take a vision, written, behind-the-wheel driving tests, and additionally must bring:

  • A current or expired (up to two years)
    passport or consular card
  • Proof you have auto insurance
  • Proof you are a current Illinois resident
  • Proof you have lived in Illinois for at least a year
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If you have any further questions, please reach out to us at (331) 465-9661, or email us at office@repmaura49.com.

Los conductores visitantes temporales ahora son elegibles para solicitar una licencia de conducir estándar.

A partir del 1 de julio de 2024, se suspendió la licencia de conducir temporal para visitantes y todos los titulares anteriores son elegibles para solicitar una licencia de conducir estándar/identificación estatal en su lugar. Los inmigrantes con una TVDL, ya sean documentados (sin SSN) o indocumentados, pueden visitar ILSOS.gov/TVDL o el edificio de la Secretaría de Estado más cercano en persona para presentar la solicitud. No se requiere prueba, pero los solicitantes deben tener su tarjeta TVDL y su número a mano y pagar una tarifa de servicio de $5.

Si nunca ha tenido una tarjeta TVDL, aún es elegible para obtener una licencia de conducir por primera vez al programar una cita con el DMV más cercano. Se le pedirá que realice exámenes de la vista, escritos y de conducción al volante y, además, deberá traer:

  • Pasaporte o tarjeta consular, vigente o vencido (hasta dos años)
  • Prueba de que tienes seguro de auto
  • Prueba de que es residente actual de Illinois
  • Prueba de que ha vivido en Illinois durante al menos un año

Si tiene más preguntas, comuníquese con nosotros al (331) 465-9661 o envíenos un correo electrónico a office@repmaura49.com.

Empowering Transgender and Gender Diverse Communities: A Funding Opportunity in Illinois

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Empowering Transgender and Gender Diverse Communities: A Funding Opportunity in Illinois

This initiative by the Public Health Institute of Metropolitan Chicago (PHIMC) seeks to advance health justice and strengthen public health in the state.

Purpose: The NOFO seeks proposals from eligible organizations to participate in the Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS) Transgender and Gender Diverse (TGD) Wellness and Equity Program.

Goals: The program aims to increase the capacity of organizations to provide culturally and/or medically competent gender-affirming care for TGD/LGBTQ+ populations across Illinois. It also involves recruiting, training, and managing regional Healthcare Navigation Specialists.

Funding Categories: Capacity Building (Continuous Funding or One-Time Funding) and Healthcare Navigation Specialists.

Funding Amount: Approximately $1.5 million across IDHS-identified regions in Illinois.

Important Dates:

Bidders’ Conference: Friday, February 9, 2024

 

Deadline for submitting questions: Friday, February 23, 2024
Deadline to apply: Friday, March 1, 2024

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Scholarships for Dependents of Union Laborers

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Scholarships for Dependents of Union Laborers

 

Chicago Area LECET offers THREE scholarship opportunities for dependents of Union Laborers!

  1. Academic-Based: 10, 2000$ scholarships awarded biased on Academics, Extracurriculars, and an Essay!
  2. Random Drawing: 10, 2000$ scholarships randomly awarded to the dependents of of members in good standing of a Chicago Laborer’s District Council Affiliated Union.
  3. Death/Disability: This Scholarship is only available to dependents of members in good standing who have been permanently disabled or killed as result of an accident on the job. 

Visit http://chicagolecet.org for more information

https://chicagolecet.org/programs-activities/scholarship-program/