Small Accessible Repairs for Seniors (SARFS)
The Small Accessible Repairs for Seniors (SARFS) program provides safety, security and accessibility improvements that help senior citizens to remain in their homes. Repair types are limited to minor repairs that may include, but are not limited to: Grab bars Lever faucets Door repairs Carbon monoxide detectors Smoke detectors Wheelchair ramps SARFS is for Chicago [...]
Senior Life Enrichment Programs
From the Chicago Department of Family & Support Services and Senior Services Area Agency on Aging come these resources for Chicagoans 60 Years and Better! Special events, programs, and outings: Income Tax Assistance, storytelling, tours, history & more. Classes Driving, Road Rules, and Driver Safety Dancing: Line, Belly, Country Western, Salsa, Swing, & more Stretching, Breathing, [...]
Levy Center Senior Services
The Levy Center is a community based Senior Center that offers information and assistance that link seniors to city benefits and services. The center also offers social events, classes, trips and parties as well as fitness and wellness education. The Levy Center is located at 2019 W. Lawrence. For more information, please call 312-744-0784 or e-mail the [...]
Senior Safety
From the National Crime Prevention Council: Financial fraud can be difficult to recognize. This type of fraud can include identity theft, fake check and wire transfer scams, investment and credit card fraud, and bogus online charitable solicitations. Unfortunately, only one in five of these crimes is reported. It’s shrewd, not rude to hang up on a [...]
Illinois Supportive Living Program
llinois developed the Supportive Living Program as an alternative to nursing home care for low-income older persons and persons with disabilities under Medicaid. By combining apartment-style housing with personal care and other services, residents can live independently and take part in decision-making. Personal choice, dignity, privacy and individuality are emphasized. The Department of Healthcare and [...]
Chicago Senior Services Information
Assisted Living Information from the City of Chicago’s Senior Services website Assisted Living/Shared Housing Licensed Establishment Assisted Living: private pay alternative for people needing assistance with activities of daily living but wishing to live as independently as possible. Residents are not able to live by themselves but do not require constant care either. Help with eating, [...]
Medicare.gov
Medicare.gov: the official U.S. Government site for Medicare news and information including: Health & Drug Plan Finder Physician Compare Manage Your Health Medicare Basics Medicare is a national social insurance program, administered by the U.S. federal government, that guarantees access to health insurance for Americans ages 65 and older and younger people with disabilities as well as people with [...]
Medicaid.gov
Medicaid.gov: the official U.S. Government site for Medicaid news and information including: Federal Policy Guidance Medicaid & CHIP Program Information State Resource Center Affordable Care Act Policy Information Medicaid is the United States health program for certain people and families with low incomes and resources. It is a means-tested program that is jointly funded by the state and federal governments, and [...]
Illinois Healthcare and Family Services Medical Benefits
Healthcare and Family Services Medical Benefits: Are you a senior or person with a disability who needs healthcare? If you are, then Healthcare and Family Services (HFS) Medical Benefits may be a program for you. This program is sometimes called Aid to the Aged, Blind, or Disabled (AABD) medical benefits. HFS Medical Benefits is a comprehensive healthcare program [...]
Social Security
SSA.gov: The official website of the U.S. Social Security Administration. Retirement Benefits online application and information Disability Benefits online application Survivors‘ assistance Supplemental Security Income Medicare Benefits Business Services
Illinois Department on Aging
The Illinois Department on Aging helps older people live independently in their own homes and communities. As the population ages, services and programs for older people must evolve as well because longevity means more when quality of life is enhanced. To best serve older adults, we must also serve their families and teach younger people [...]
YouTube videos of interest to Seniors
Medicare channel – a YouTube channel published by CMS.gov (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) What is Medicare & How Do I Use It? YouTube video Stay Smart and Healthy – a YouTube channel published by Humana Inc. including several information videos for seniors about healthcare costs and navigating Medicare
Healthy Aging from the CDC
Helping People To Live Long and Productive Lives and Enjoy a Good Quality Of Life Implications of an Aging Society By 2030, the number of U.S. adults aged 65 or older will more than double to about 71 million. The rapidly increasing number of older Americans has far-reaching implications for our nation’s public health system [...]
Stop Medicare Fraud
What is Medicare Fraud? Most doctors, health care providers, suppliers, and private companies who work with Medicare are honest. However, there are a few who are not. The Medicare Program is prioritizing efforts to find and prevent fraud and abuse by working closely with health care providers and strengthening oversight. Fraud costs the Medicare Program millions [...]
Health.Illinois.gov
Health.Illinois.gov: Our mission is to ensure that in Illinois we have a system of quality, efficient and affordable healthcare. We will work to make Illinois a leader in the implementation of national healthcare reform. Many of the provisions of that law do not take effect until 2014. Some of the important new reforms will give [...]
