Village of Forest
Village of Forest Park Related……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Notification of Cases & Deaths in the Village of Forest Park Update 6/8/2021
CASES IN FOREST PARK = 1265, COVID-19 DEATHS IN FOREST PARK = 29, COVID-19 TESTED IN FOREST PARK = 33348
Source of the information: Cases= Cook County Department of Public Health (“CCDPH”), Deaths= Cook County Department Medical Examiner. The Village of Forest Park will make every effort to provide you with timely, accurate information to the extent possible during this pandemic. Thank you and please continue to wear your masks, regularly wash your hands and maintain “social distancing” consistent with current federal and state guidelines.
COVID-19 Vaccine Administration Plan
IDPH Opened a Vaccination site in Forest Park on 3/25/21. Click here to view the details on the Village website.
Distribution: Phases 1A and 1B IDPH Vaccine Distribution: Phases 1A and 1B – click here to view the Document on the IDPH site
Cook County Vaccination Location: Click on the link for a list of Cook County Mass Vaccination locations and addresses
- Monday – Saturday
- Walk-Ups are welcomed at 7600 W. Roosevelt Road, Forest Park, IL 60130 (8:30AM – 5:00PM)
- Appointments are recommended to secure your dose. Ages 12, 16 & 17 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian
- Register online at vaccine.cookcountyil.gov or
- Call 833-308-1988 (existing cook county Covid-19 Vaccination registration number) Monday – Friday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Click on the link for a list of Cook County Mass Vaccination locations and addresses
Visit us on Facebook Link to 3/25 Press Conference Video – click here to view the Document on the IDPH site
COVID-19 Testing
There are two kinds of COVID-19 tests.
- Diagnostic test which detect virus and tell you if you have a current infection
- Antibody test which might tell you if you had a past infection
There are two types of diagnostic tests: molecular tests, such as RT-PCR tests, that detect the virus’s genetic material, and antigen tests that detect specific proteins on the surface of the virus. For more information about testing and to download posters and infographics, visit the FDA or CDC website.
Testing locations: https://cookcountypublichealth.org/covid-19-testing/
ALERT!!! Scammers during COVID-19 Pandemic
During any natural disaster, scammers attempt to take advantage of people. The same is occurring as a result of the COVID-19 (“coronavirus”) pandemic. The Forest Park Police Department would like to remind you of tips listed on the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) website. Please click here to view the Police Department document or visit the FTC website at consumer.ftc.gov.
District 91 School Updates https://www.fpsd91.org/Page/1
Forest Park Restaurants open for Delivery/Carryout – https://www.facebook.com/forestparkchamber/posts/3512177822186535
County/State/Government Related……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………..COVID-19 4/20/20 Update Who to Call? What to Do? General FAQs –>
–>COVID-19 Resources to Help with Coronavirus
COVID-19 Guide _ The guide from Congressman Danny K. Davis office contains information related to resources, services and deadlines regarding Coronavirus (COVID-19). Click hereto view the document.
IDPH _ The IL Department of Public Health (IDPH), would like to remind everyone of the following:
Want to know more about COVID-19 –> 1-800-889-3931
Not feeling well and have respiratory symptoms –> Stay home for at least 7 days after…
Consult with your doctor if you have –> Fever, cough, trouble breathing, pregnant…
Need Immediate Medical Attention and think –> Call ahead to your health care provider…
Click here to view the full flyer (Who to Call? What to Do – COVID-19_Who to Call_What to Do and State of IL FAQs to view the flyer or visit: https://coronavirus.illinois.gov/s/faqs
State’s Restore Plan for Phase 5 (Business and Venues)
https://www.forestpark.net/dfp/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/20210604-Illinois-Phase-5-Businesses.pdf
Unemployment FAQ
https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/coronavirus/FAQ/Pages/Unemployment-FAQ.aspx
Stay at home FAQ
https://www2.illinois.gov/sites/coronavirus/FAQ/Pages/Stay-At-Home-FAQS.aspx
Families First Coronavirus Response Act – Employee Paid Leave
https://www.dol.gov/agencies/whd/pandemic/ffcra-employee-paid-leave
Illinois Department of Public Health FAQ
3931 – COVID-19 Questions Hotline
Covid-19 Questions
Cook County Department of Public Health
https://www.cookcountypublichealth.org/communicable-diseases/novel-coronavirus/
Centers for Disease Control
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-nCoV/index.html
Interim Guidance for Businesses and Employers – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/guidance-business-response.html?CDC_AA_refVal=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.cdc.gov%
2Fcoronavirus%2F2019-ncov%2Fspecific-groups%2Fguidance-business-response.html
Resources for your home – https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/community/home/index.html
Essential Business –https://www2.illinois.gov/dceo/SmallBizAssistance/Documents/Essential%20Business%20Checklist3-22.pdf
