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Food Services Home Repair / Renovation Services Housing Park District Programs Senior Clubs Transportation
LOCAL RESOURCES
Aging Care Connections (serving suburban Cook County) Information for senior services, legal sources, Medicare/Medicaid transportation and meals.
Aging Well Partnership Greater Lyons Township partnership dedicated to facilitating strategic plans and groups for aging well initiatives within communities
ASK Ministry: Christ Church of Oak Brook Advocacy, Support & Knowledge: confidential help for seniors, caregivers and those with special needs.
Darien Senior Services Find information on Dial-a-Ride, Meals on Wheels, the Home Maintenance Program, and more.
Downers Grove Township's News for Seniors The Banner News newsletter provides timely information of special interest to seniors in Downers Grove Township.
DuPage County Senior Citizens Resource Directory A “must see” for any senior in DuPage County! A comprehensive, downloadable directory that includes information about available services and assistance, hotlines and helplines, volunteer and recreation opportunities, and more. Call the DuPage County Senior Citizen Services at 630/407-6500 for more information.
DuPage Senior Citizens Council The county agency providing a Home Maintenance Program and a Home Delivered Meals Program for local, eligible senior residents. Get publications and connect to great links. For more information call 630/620-0804.
Hinsdale Community Service Emergency services, food pantry, homeless/transient program, and counseling.
Metropolitan Family Services Supports seniors through individual, family and group counseling, case management, and psychiatric services. They also provide in-home respite and overnight guest house accomodations.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program / Downers Grove Township Helps eligible households pay for winter energy services, gas, heating, and/or electric bill(s). You can apply each year. Call DuPage County Human Services at 630/407-6500 or Downers Grove Township at 630/968-0451 for more information.
Northeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging Contact the nearest Department of Aging field office that covers DuPage County at 630/293-7488.
Tax Relief for DuPage County Seniors / SeniorServe If eligible, get property tax assistance through the Senior Homestead Exemption and Freeze.
Volunteer Center of Oak Park Volunteer for local agencies during your spare time. Call the Volunteer Center at 708/386-3393 for details.
ILLINOIS RESOURCES
Amplified Phones If an Illinois resident has standard phone service in residence and is unable to use the standard phone system, the Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation may be able to provide a free amplified phone through the state. Please visit the ITAC Web site or call them at 800/841-6167 (V/TTY) for details about the program.
Consumer Protection Hotline, Illinois Attorney General (800) 243-5377
Elder Abuse Hotline (866) 800-1409 or (800) 544-5305 (TDD)
Illinois Circuit Breaker Find out how you can apply for a Circuit Breaker Tax grant.
Illinois Department on Aging-Senior Hotline (800) 252-8966 (Voice & TDD)
Illinois Department of Human Services (800) 843-6154 (Information) (800) 252-8903 (Fraud Hotline)
Illinois Secretary of State, Services for Seniors (800) 252-2904
Illinois Senior Olympics Take part in the games, volunteer, or attend their socials.
Prairie State Legal Services Offers free legal services for low income persons and those over age 60 for civil legal problems.
FEDERAL RESOURCES
Medicare Automated HelpLine (800) 633-4227
Social Security Administration (630) 852-3723 440 Providence Drive, Woodridge
Taxpayer Assistance, Internal Revenue Service (630) 493-5291 2001 Butterfield Road, Downers Grove
USA.gov - Senior Citizens' Resources Official information and services from the U.S. government.
FOOD SERVICES
Home Delivered Meals, Aging Care Connections (708) 354-1323 (for Cook County)
Du Page County Senior Services, Home Delivered Meals (630) 407-6500 or (800) 942-9412
Pea Pod (800) 573-2763 Online grocery shopping and delivery.
HOME REPAIR / RENOVATION SERVICES
Du Page County Human Services (630) 407-7500 or (800) 942-9412 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton Assistance program for major repairs; information on deferred or low-interest loans.
Du Page Senior Citizens Council (630) 620-0804 Home Maintenance Program 2200 S. Main Street, Lombard Minor home repairs for 60+ seniors at reduced fees.
PARK DISTRICT PROGRAMS / SENIOR CENTERS
Call for affordable classes and recreational activities:
- Burr Ridge Park District - 630/920-1969
- Clarendon Hills Park District - 630/323-2626
- Darien Park District - 630/655-3336
- Downers Grove Senior Center - 630/963-1314
- Hinsdale Community House - 630/323-7500
- Westmont Senior Center - 630/963-5150
- Oakbrook Terrace Park District/Senior Club - 630/627-6100
HOUSING
Chateau Village C7050 S Madison St. Willowbrook, IL 60527 (630) 323-6380
Emeritus Senior Living 6801 High Grove Blvd. Burr Ridge, IL 60527 (630) 920-290
King-Bruwaert House 6101 S. County Line Road Burr Ridge, IL 60527 Phone: (630) 230-9521
Sunrise Of Willowbrook 6300 Clarendon Hills Rd Willowbrook, IL 60514 (630) 734-9954
SENIOR CENTERS / CLUBS
- Darien Seniors Club
Meets at the Darien Sportsplex - 630/910-0854
- Active Senior Club
Meets at the Darien Sportsplex - 630/985-5538
- Younger Than Ever Seniors
Our Lady of Peace Church - meets at the Darien Sportsplex - 630/964-0363
- Young at Heart Seniors
Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church - 630/852-3303
- The Eagles (55+)
Christ Church of Oak Brook - 630/654-1882
- A+ Active Adults
Community House of Hinsdale - 630/323-7500
TRANSPORTATION
Downers Grove Township Dial-A-Ride (630) 968-6408
Lyons Township Senior Transportation (708) 354-9292
Subsidized Senior Taxi Program, Village of Burr Ridge (630) 654-8181, Ext. 1
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