SPRINGFIELD, Ill. (WAND) - Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) has introduced a new tool for families to identify free and reduced-cost resources. 

HSHS said in an Aug. 5 press release that Community Connect is a digital database that will help people identify where to get assistance. 

The portal can help people locate financial aid, food pantries, medical care, temporary shelter, needed baby items, transportation and more.

The portal is accessible via the HSHS website. 

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