Windy City Seniors
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Call 311 to report non-emergency issues, request city services, obtain information about city programs and events. Report broken street/alley lights and potholes.​
Whether healthy and active or fragile and confined to home, support services are available for older adults through the Department of Family and Support Services.
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Get your free "benefits checkup" today!​
Contact your Alderman for information on CAPS meetings, block parties, street cleaning, recycling and be sure to sign-up for Ward newsletters.
Hours and locations for all satellite and regional senior centers. Learn about activities, meal programs, wellness checks and so much more - at Chicago's Senior Centers.
Do you have a library card? There is so much to do at your local library. You can even get FREE passes to museums!
Download a book today!
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Watch for Windy City Seniors programs at Austin-Irving Library!
Medicare is health insurance for people 65 or older. You may be eligible to get Medicare earlier if you have a disability, End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), or ALS. ​
Many factors impact when and how you sign up for Medicare.
Access information and services, apply for benefits, get your statement of benefits and manage your information.
Older adults may qualify for services such as in-home care, adult day service, emergency home response technology and medication dispensing technology.
Be sure the senior property tax exemption is applied to reduce your property taxes if you are over 65. Do you qualify for a you qualify for a Senior-Freeze? Are your taxes paid? ​​
Affordable housing opportunities are available for older adults. Search available properties online.
Contact Housing and Urban Development for information on housing for low-income individuals aged 62 and older. These properties often include supportive services like cleaning, cooking, and transportation, enabling seniors to live independently longer.
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