Chicago State hosts event to protect communities from COVID-19

 

Join Chicago State University's event focused on giving you the facts and tips you need to stay healthy during the pandemic. It will be held virtually on Thursday at 5 p.m. Learn more and register here: https://bit.ly/csuhealthevent

Open enrollment for ACA Health Insurance through Dec. 15

Every Illinoisan deserves quality, affordable health care. The ACA Health Insurance Marketplace is open now through Dec. 15, and @CoveredIllinois offers tools to help you find the coverage you need to stay healthy: GetCovered.Illinois.gov #OpenEnrollment

Small Business Relief

Is your business facing revenue losses as a result of the pandemic? The BIG program is offering grants of up to $150K to use for payroll, rent and other operational costs. Learn more and apply: https://bit.ly/35HHF4p

Preparing unemployed Illinoisans for in-demand jobs

The State of Illinois has partnered with Coursera to offer virtual career training to unemployed workers. Using an Illinois workNet account, job seekers can register for free courses in high-demand fields like information technology from top institutions—such as the University of Illinois—to learn new skills, earn certificates and make themselves more attractive to employers. More than 3,000 residents have enrolled, and over 430 classes have been completed since June. Register here by Oct. 31.