Resources

https://www.antiochtownshipil.gov/

http://www.lakevillatownship.org/

http://granttownshipcenter.org/

https://www.avonil.us/

https://www.ziontownship.org/

https://www.waukegantownship.com/

http://bentontownship.com/

https://www.mchenrycountyil.gov/county-government/county-yearbook/township-offices

https://richmond-il.com/

http://burtontwp.com/

https://www.adrc.racinecounty.com/

https://www.kenoshacounty.org/155/Aging-Disability-Resource-Center

https://www.co.walworth.wi.us/376/Aging-Disability-Resource-Center

https://www.101mobility.com/chicago/?utm_source=GMB&utm_medium=organic&utm_campaign=Elgin

https://mooreaccessibility.com/

https://www.assuredhealthcare.com/

 Medicare Plans in Illinois | Affordable Health Insurance 

https://www.retireguide.com/medicare/coverage/state/illinois/

www.seniorhousingnet.com

...also alot of great articles on senior care, housing options, and a toll-free number to talk to a local advisor

 MemoryCare.com - Dedicated to wellness and consumer education | MemoryCare.com 

I really like that there are links to websites & phone numbers for IL agencies that will help you with Medicaid, Adult Protective Services, and Senior HelpLine

http://nvisioncenters.com/education/vision-care-guide-for-veterans/

http://nvisioncenters.com/education/stress-and-vision/

Offers resources to find vision care in the Chicagoland area. Procedures include LASIK, cataract surgery, lenses, among others

 Free Grants for Veterans - Find the list of Free Grants for Veterans 

Information for Chicago and some other areas and provides links to applications for financial assistance.

https://www.caring.com/best-long-term-care-insurance/

Long-Term care insurance is an option that you may consider for your long-term healthcare plans

 What Medicare Advantage Plans Cover Transportation? (payingforseniorcare.com) 

This is a great site - take some time to look at the info regarding Medicare coverage

https://www.visioncenter.org/conditions/anxiety/

Interesting read about how anxiety can affect eye conditions.

 http://www.remindercall.com/resources/thanks-for-the-memories-brain/ 

This link was recommended to us by students researching memory problems, many good tips on maintaining memory function

https://www.seniorhomes.com/bullying-in-senior-living-communities/

I hope people read this article - bullying is a problem everywhere, including in places where seniors congregate

 Elderly Slips and Falls Guide - Brown & Crouppen (brownandcrouppen.com) 

What to do if a senior slips & falls

  Nursing Home Abuse Law Firms - Choosing the Right Firm (nursinghomeabusecenter.com) 

A legal resource looking into if a senior has had problems with their nursing home care

 Wheelchair accessible van - Wikipedia 

We get alot of questions about what types of modified vans are available - a decent wikipedia page 

 https://www.asbestos.com/cancer/senior-cancer-guide/ 

 https://www.asbestos.com/mesothelioma/diagnosishttps://www.asbestos.com/mesothelioma/prognosis/
 

It wasn't until recently meeting a 90 year old gentleman affected by asbestos exposure that I realized the importance of this issue

 Does Medicare Cover Rehab? - Rehab Spot
 

Medicare can be confusing to navigate - a good resource on how long coverage will last for rehab services

 Senior Alcoholism: The Signs and Symptoms - Rehab Spot
 

Seniors & Addiction

 How Age Affects Weight Gain: 7 Factors You Need to Know - Renew Bariatrics
 

Seniors & Weight gain

https://www.caring.com/senior-living/assisted-living/assisted-living-for-seniors-with-disabilities/
Offers information to read about choosing assisted living options. 

Comprehensive Guide to Elderly Community Resources (ecdol.org)   Offers a helpful directory to nursing/elderly facilities in IL. The company's name is Excellent Care, Decency, and Optimal Living.

 Nursing Home Abuse | Common Signs of Elder Abuse (lawfirm.com)
This is a resource that will help to guide you if you suspect an elder is a victim of abuse at a nursing home. Not only informational, but offers free legal consultation.

https://www.assistedliving.org/illinois/

Guide to assisted living resources- Illinois