Cooling Centers offer residents air-conditioned refuge from oppressive summer heat. Agencies that volunteer their facilities as Cooling Centers, work to make visitors comfortable.
Archive for the Category ‘Safety & Prevention’
Find Hot Weather Relief in Chicago
Safety & Prevention Jul 26, 2010
Bats and Rabies
Safety & Prevention May 17, 2010
On Tuesday, May 11th a bat was found in the vicinity of Damen and Summerdale.
Protect Yourself from Identity Theft
Safety & Prevention May 17, 2010
The FTC estimates that as many as 9 million Americans have their identities stolen each year.
Safe Passage Program
Safety & Prevention Apr 5, 2010
Safe Havens include municipal properties such as police stations, fire houses, and libraries; but, they also include businesses as well…
Extreme Weather Notification
Safety & Prevention Mar 2, 2010
Chicagoans can register themselves or a friend or relative for the service online, by calling 311, or by completing a registration form…
Identify Fake Census Takers
Safety & Prevention Jan 8, 2010
Cooperate with Census Workers, but be on the Lookout for Imposters…
Sidewalk Snow Removal Campaign
Safety & Prevention Jan 7, 2010
The Chicago Department of Transportation is launching this year’s campaign to encourage greater compliance among businesses and residents…
Shoveling Snow Safely
Safety & Prevention Dec 28, 2009
People tend to think of snow removal as just another household task, but it really involves a lot of bending and heavy lifting…
Don’t Wait for Cold Weather to Arrive
Safety & Prevention Aug 30, 2009
CEDA wants to ensure that homes occupied by the elderly and disabled are safe and warm in time for winter. Apply Now for Home Energy Utility Bill Payment Assistance [...]
