Affordable Care Act explained at Schaumburg library

The “Be Covered Illinois” program will be outlined and explained at several dates and times at the Schaumburg Township District Library, 130 S. Roselle Road in Schaumburg. A representative of the Illinois Coalition for Immigrant and Refugee Rights will provide a basic understanding of the Affordable Care Act. Topics will include how the health care reform law will affect the way in which people obtain health insurance beginning in 2014. Registration is required for these free programs by calling (847) 923-3347. The first program on Monday, Oct. 7, is full, but registration is open for the following times and locations: 10:30 a.m. to noon, Tuesday, Nov. 26 in the Rasumussen North Room on the second floor; a Spanish-language session from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 9, at the Hanover Park Branch, 1266 Irving Park Road; and 7 to 8:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17, in the Rasmussen South Room.