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About the EHSC
Elgin, IL, June 2023 – News release content:
“Who are the human service agencies in Elgin?” “What do they do?” “How can I get connected?”
The Elgin Human Services Council (EHSC) is a coalition of over 20+ social service agencies in Elgin. The EHSC promotes individual, family, & community wellness through tools, resources, & opportunities.
The EHSC is an inclusive coalition that brings together nonprofits, government agencies, businesses, and community leaders. They aim to create sustainable solutions and ensure equitable access to essential services. With a mission to enhance residents' quality of life, they address social challenges and provide vital support services to those in need. Their goal is to empower communities, improve well-being, and create a brighter future for all in Elgin.
The EHSC advocates for Elgin by raising awareness of community issues and mobilizing collective actions. They focus on equity and racial justice through consistent support and education, aiming for a more inclusive community. The EHSC develops resources and content to create a connected Elgin and solve problems together. To connect and access their services, visit www.elgincares.org. For more information, email hello@elgincares.org or find them on Facebook and Instagram @elgincares.
The EHSC welcomes the participation and support of individuals, businesses, and organizations who share their vision for a thriving community. Together, you can help build a more resilient and compassionate Elgin
The COVID-19 pandemic brought several unprecedented challenges, including the need to provide continuous healthcare coverage to Medicaid patients. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) responded to this challenge by automatically re-enrolling individuals with Medicaid insurance. However, with the coming end of the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency, all Illinois Medicaid and Medicaid Managed Care patients will have to regularly re-enroll to continue to receive Medicaid health insurance coverage.
Help to Literally Change Someone's Life
The Literacy Connection, an organization dedicated to adult literacy, is currently seeking local volunteers to tutor adults in Basic Reading or English as a Second Language. To learn more, attend a free one-hour orientation delivered synchronously over Zoom followed by tutor training. The tutor training is instructor-led remotely, with both online and out-of-classroom assignments and fulfills the 12-hour requirement to become a Literacy Tutor.
To register or for more information, call 847-742-6565, visit our website at elginliteracy.org to complete a Volunteer Interest Form, or email info@elginliteracy.org.