DuPage County offers a number of programs directed at protecting the lives of DuPage County senior citizens and ensuring they receive the services for which they qualify.

Senior Citizen Services assists DuPage County residents, aged 60 and older, as they are faced by the challenges of aging.  Senior Citizen Services is funded through the Illinois Department on Aging and the Northeastern Illinois Area Agency on Aging to serve as the designated Case Coordination Unit for DuPage County.  The Unit publishes the Senior Citizens Resource Directory, the Long Term Care Facilities Directory and the Senior Housing Directory. 

Please contact the Senior's Unit at 630-407-6500 or 1-800-942-9412 or email seniorsvcs@dupageco.org.

Upcoming Events and Information:

Fairs & other events will be held throughout the Chicago Suburbs in 2009. These events present useful information about services, health related issues, and money saving programs for seniors. See listing below with the name of the legislator or organization that is sponsoring the fair.

November 23rd/Savvy Senior Health & Wellness Fair
Warrenville Park District
3S260 Warren Ave., Warrenville
9 AM - 1 PM

The 2009 Edition of the DuPage County Senior Citizens Resource Directory is now available. The Directory is available here or just click on "Senior Citizens Resource Directory" on the left side of this page to view the Directory in it's entirety or a by specific section. You may print any of the information.  We will provide a copy of the Directory free to senior citizens who we see at our office or on home visits. Also, we will mail it for $2.00 (postage) to interested seniors. Unfortunately, we are unable to provide copies to agencies free of charge due to funding limitations, but they can be purchased by agencies for $3.50 a copy (plus $2 postage, if mailed).

Important Notice regarding Illinois Cares RX (Circuit Breaker)   It is very important that all people currently enrolled in Illinois Cares Rx reapply for next year as soon as possible.  Failing to apply in advance may cause a lapse in coverage.  To apply on-line, go to www.cbrx.il.gov , or if you need additional assistance call 1-800-624-2459 or 1-800-252-8966, or call our office at (630) 407-6500.

Medicare Part D, Prescription Drug Coverage started January 1, 2006.  It is a prescription drug benefit for all Medicare beneficiaries.  Medicare prescription drug plans may vary, but like other insurance programs, enrollees will pay a monthly premium and a share of the prescription drug costs.  Open enrollment for the Medicare prescription drug benefit begins November 15 and lasts through December 31, this is the opportunity to change plans if you are not satisfied with the plan you are on currently. To learn about the prescription drug plan that best fits your needs go to the Medicare Website at www.medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.

Extra help is available to those eligible people who cannot afford the new Medicare drug benefit.  The extra help, called the Low Income Subsidy, could help pay for deductibles, co-payments and premiums.   If you would like to know if you quality for the Low-Income Subsidy or would like to request an application, contact DuPage County Senior Citizen Services at 1-630-407-6500. You can also complete the application on-line at www.socialsecurity.gov , if you need assistance call Social Security at 1-800-772-1213.

Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) assists low-income senior citizens and households with their home energy costs for the winter heating season through direct financial assistance. Sign up must be completed in person. To be eligible you must have a total household income of 150% of poverty or less ($1354 for a household of one/$1821 for a household of two); be the customer of record with the utility company and submit complete documentation of income and proof of Social Security Number. For further information call LIHEAP at (630) 407-6500 or 1-800-942-9412. Home visits to complete the application are available to homebound persons.

2000 Census Data for Seniors in DuPage County:  Number of persons 60 years of age and older: 119,273; 125% of poverty 60+: 5,816; Minority 60+: 11,087; 75+: 43,236; Living alone 60+: 26,111.

Other Resources:

The National Council on the Aging created Benefits Checkup to help older adults to quickly identify programs that may improve the quality of their lives. Family and friends can also obtain facts about benefits that their loved ones may qualify for.

The Illinois Aging Services website will help you perform an online search for over 200 service categories.

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