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COMMUNITY CARE PROGRAM | SENIOR SERVICES OF WILL COUNTY

251 North Center Street, Joliet, IL 60435

Eligibility

Open to ages 60 and older, must be a legal resident of Illinois, score of 29 points on the DON (part of in-home assessment), and have non-exempt assets of $17,500 or less

Required documents

Photo ID, proof of residence, proof of income, Social security card

Hours

Mon 8 am - 4 pm Tue 8 am - 4 pm Wed 8 am - 4 pm Thu 8 am - 4 pm Fri 8 am - 4 pm
https://www.willcountyseniors.org/

Languages

English

Application process

Call for information

Fees

None

Service area

Will County, Illinois

Description

Helps seniors stay in their own homes by providing in-home and community based services. Aims to help seniors maintain their independence as an alternative to nursing home placement.

Services include adult Day Service, respite for family caregivers that include health, medication supervision, personal care, and recreational/therapeutic activities. Nutritious lunches and snacks are provided, including for special diets.

Automated Medication Dispenser Service (AMD) a portable mechanical system to dispense or remind about medications.

Emergency Home Response System (EHRS) 24 hour emergency communication link to outside assistance.

In-Home service assistance with household tasks, such as cleaning, planning and preparing meals, doing laundry, shopping, and running errands. Homemakers can also help with personal care, such as dressing, bathing, grooming, and following special diets.

Senior Companion offers scheduled visits by an older adult to provide friendship, companionship, and social activities.

Date of Last Formal Update

06/30/2025

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Providing organization

SENIOR SERVICES OF WILL COUNTY

Aims to provide essential, quality and responsive service to residents age 60 and older of Will County, their families and caregivers.