on Jun 18th, 2006Chicago Senior Citizens Information and Resources
For those residents living in Chicago and the surrounding metro area, here’s a list of senior citizen resources available through the government.
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Domestic Violence Help Line
Toll Free. 24 hour. Confidential. Multilingual.
Information, Options, Counseling, Legal and Shelter Services
Telephone: 1-877-863-6338 TTY: 1-877-863-6339
Fast Track Immunization Clinics
Contains a listing of, the hours of operation, and contact information for the Chicago’s “fast, free, and friendly” Fast Track Immunization Clinics.
Office of Violence Prevention
The Office of Violence Prevention (OVP) was created in 1995 to apply a public health approach to Chicago’s violence epidemic.
Elder Abuse
The actions or inactions of caretakers can place the health and well-being of an elderly person in jeopardy and may constitute abuse. Elder abuse affects thousands of Illinois senior citizens every year.
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
Chicago seniors are redefining their role as grandparents
Pension Information Effort (PIE) Program
Pension Information Effort (PIE) Program has assisted Chicago seniors locate, better understand and obtain their pension benefits
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Regional Senior Centers
Each Regional Center reflects the cultural diversity of the City of Chicago
Additional Pension Information
What should you know and do now to start planning for your retirement?
What You Can Do About Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is a terrible problem facing every community, but there are steps that we can take to help stop this crime in our neighborhoods. Here are some ways you can raise awareness and communicate to others that violence is never acceptable.
About the I-SaveRx Program
Answers to frequently asked questions about the new State of Illinois program for purchasing prescription drugs by mail order from Canada, Great Britain, and Ireland.
AccessNotes Newsletter
AccessNotes is a bi-weekly newsletter published by the Mayor’s Office for People with Disabilities promoting a variety of programs, services and other timely information of interest to people with disabilities, their friends and families.
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Benefits CheckUp
The Chicago Department on Aging links Chicago residents age 60 and older to more than 70 city, state and federal benefits to which they may be entitled
CHA Resident Service Coordination
In collaborative efforts with the Chicago Housing Authority (CHA), the Chicago Department on Aging provides direct social services and social activities to residents in 10 CHA senior housing developments.
Caregiving Assistance Services
Innovative government outreach initiative that addresses the essential needs of family caregivers
Chicago Senior Citizens Hall of Fame
Every year, the City of Chicago honors fifty seniors during the Chicago Senior Citizens Hall of Fame recognition ceremony
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City of Chicago Managed Care Protection Ordinance
Passed in 1997, this Ordinance empowers CDPH to provide consumers with info on managed care, take complaints, and monitor the public health impacts of managed care on Chicagoans and the City’s health care delivery system.
Emergency Preparedness Study Guide
Emergency Preparedness Certificate for Fire Safety Director and Deputy Fire Safety Director Study Guide
FAQs (Frequently Asked Questions) for Seniors and Caregivers
Most Frequently Asked Questions
Fitness Plus
Chicago Fitness Plus
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GUAVA Club
The GUAVA Club (Grandparents United Against Violence and Abuse) was established to support the special needs of grandparents raising their grandchildren.
Golden Diners Program
Many older adults do not want to eat alone. The Golden Diners Program offers them a way to get a healthy meal each day and enjoy the company of friends.
Home Delivered Meals
Program provides nutritious meals
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Hot Weather Safety
Extreme heat and high humidity can be dangerous to anyone, but particularly to the elderly, infants and young children, the disabled, and people on medication for chronic health problems. Here are some common sense tips for handling the heat.
Information and Assessment Unit
Accessing information on all the programs CDoA has to offer
Information and Assistance
Information and Assistance is the key element to accessing all programs and services for senior citizens, a “one stop link” to eldercare service providers in the City of Chicago and throughout the nation.
Life Enrichment Programs — Annual Events
Join the FUN! The Chicago Department on Aging hosts a wide variety of exciting special events and programs throughout the year.
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Light Up Chicago Volunteer Program
Mayor Daley’s Light Up Chicago Volunteer Program
Medical Transportation Assistance
In cooperation with the Chicago Transit Authority (CTA), interim transportation assistance is provided to medical facilities for mobility-limited seniors with life threatening conditions who have no other means of getting to life sustaining treatments.
Office of Health Care Access CAREline (312) 745-CARE [2273]
The CAREline can help when you need information about health care or have a problem with your health care plan.
Ombudsmand Program for Seniors
The Ombudsman Unit works to protect the rights of institutionalized older persons who reside in Chicago’s long-term care facilities.
Personal Protection from Mosquito Bites
The mosquitoes that spread West Nile virus generally are not a major nuisance to humans. However, you should be alert to public health recommendations about avoiding mosquito bites, even if you don’t notice mosquitoes when you are outside.
Rental Developments Supported by DOH
Looking for an apartment? Check map for contact information of developments supported by Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. Click on a location of interest and call the number listed to learn about current availability. Check back for additions to the map.
Repellents & Other Methods of Mosquito Control
This page contains answers to frequently asked questions about Anvil, Methoprene, Vectolex, DEET and other related chemicals. It also contains a listing of repellents that contain DEET.
Senior Companion Program
The Senior Companion Program was established in 1974 to provide older adults with limited incomes a way to serve their communities in their retirement years
Senior Exemptions
The City of Chicago Department of Water Management offers Senior Citizens a savings on their water bills.
Senior Transportation Programs
Mayor Daley’s Senior Grocery Shopping Shuttle offering seniors free transportation to nearby grocery stores. In addition, seniors are offered several other transportation programs for individuals with special needs.
The Chicago Tax Assistance Center
A vigorous outreach program to educate and assist Chicago’s families with available tax relief programs.