Free Laundry Nights Return to Rockford, Seniors and Students Stay Fresh

A local healthcare partnership will be providing weekly laundry services at no cost for local students and seniors throughout February to support hygiene and wellness.

A Small Service Making a Big Impact in Rockford

Having clean clothes may seem simple, but for some Rockford famalies, access to laundry facilities can be a weekly challenge.

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That's why Molina Healthcare of Illinois is again teaming up with the Rockford Police Department's R.O.C.K. House, Inclusive Public Service Communities (IPSC), and 5 Alarm Coin Laundry to continue a popular program offering free laundry services to local students and seniors through February.

Students Get Extra Help After School

Through the Fresh for Learning Program, students in the Rockford Public School District 205 can wash and dry two free baskets of laundry three days a week.

• Fresh for Learning at 5 Alarm Coin Laundry:
• 3939 W Riverside Blvd. Fresh for Learning Riverside Sign-Up
• 3110 S Alpine Rd, Fresh for Learning Alpine Sign-Up
• 290 N Mulford Rd, Fresh for Learning Mulford Sign-Up

Registration is required and closes at 3 pm daily, as space is limited to 15 students per time slot, which creates a structured but welcoming environment after the school day ends.

Seniors Stay Supported Midweek

The Fresh for Seniors Program offers residents age 60 and older two free loads every Wednesday from 7 am to noon at the 2910 N. Mulford Road location, where no registration is needed, just a photo ID.

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According to the press release, organizers say the goal of this program is simple: dignity, hygiene, and confidence.

Molina Healthcare hopes to strengthen overall wellness for Rockford and communities across Illinois, one wash cycle at a time.