CFCCC Resource Guide |
Seniors
911 Call 911 and the request “Invalid/ Patient Service” will bring the Fire Department with Paramedics and one truck. The emergency personnel will lift a fallen individual, if you cannot get up out of bed, stuck in bathtub, on the floor, etc. Trip to the hospital not mandatory.
AARP (American Association of Retired Persons)
The nation’s leading organization serving the needs of people age 50 and older through advocacy, research, and consumer information.
601 E St. NW Email: member < at > aarp.org
Concierge for Seniors
Gretchen Moore, Will shop, run errands, accompany to hospital, take cat to vet, do some paper work, bill paying, etc. Services offered only in a five-mile radius from Logan Square. Charges $17-25 per hour, depending on job; 3 hour minimum. (773) 227-5549
Illinois CaresRx For seniors and persons with disabilities to reduce out of pocket expenses under the new Medicare plan. Illinois Health Benefits Hotline: 800-226-0768 www.illinoisbenefits.org
Illinois Department on Aging
In-home, community-based services and programs available to older adults and family caregivers.
Ph: 800-252-8966 (Voice/TTY)
Keenager News: A Monthly Service for Seniors and People with Disabilities
A free, monthly publication of the Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
721 N. LaSalle St. Chicago, IL 60610 Ph: 312-655-7425
Lilly Medicare Answers Program Will answer questions regarding prescription drug coverage 877-795-4559 http://lillymedicareanswers.com/index.jsp
National Institute on Aging
Building 31, Room
5C27 Website: http://www.nia.nih.gov/
New Lifestyles
An area guide to senior residences and care options.
Ph: 800-869-9549 Website: http://www.NewLifeStyles.com
Pension Information Effort (PIE)
Acts as an information station and senior advocate for those who have questions about pensions or have problems in receiving pensions that are due to them. For more information, contact the Chicago Department on Aging at 312-744-4016.
Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP)
Volunteer program through the Jane Addams Hull House Association for persons age 55 and over who wish to volunteer to remain active in their communities through volunteer service opportunities.
1030 W. Van Buren Ave. Chicago, IL 60607
White Crane Adult Day Wellness Program 773-878-1052 1306 W. Winona Ave., Chicago, IL 60640
Illinois Department on Aging For questions about services the state offers, such as hot meal delivery and transportation. 800-252-8966 TTY 800-547-0466
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