Effingham, IL-(Effingham Radio)- A Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) will be open for residents impacted by the recent tornado to connect with recovery resources and support services in one convenient location.
Organized by the Red Cross and Effingham County Emergency Management Agency (ECEMA), the MARC will be hosted at the Hearts Rock Café, Effingham High School, 1301 W. Grove Avenue, Effingham, on Thursday, June 25th from 1:00 p.m. to 7:00p.m. and Friday, June 26th 9:00 a.m. to Noon.
Participating agencies include:
- IDHS
- IDOA
- Illinois Office of Attorney General
- USDA (only Thursday 1-3:30pm)
- Salvation Army
- Illinois Department of Insurance
- American Red Cross
- Catholic Charities
- ECHD
- Effingham County Case Managers (at Effingham Library)
- Heartland Human Services
- United Way Effingham County
- Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation
- FISH
- Veterans Affairs
- Summit Township
The MARC is designed to bring state agencies plus local organizations and resources together in one place, so individuals and families affected by the tornado can learn about available resources, ask questions, and receive help navigating the path forward.
For more information call the ECEMA at 217-540-1669, or email ema@effinghamcountyil.com with any questions.
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