Here are some key resources in Illinois for senior support and assistance: ### Senior Helplines and Support Services - **Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Senior Helpline** Provides information and referrals to senior services across Illinois, including health, financial, and social services. - Phone: 1-800-252-8966 - TTY: 1-888-206-1327 - Website: [www.illinois.gov/aging](https://www.illinois.gov/aging) - **Area Agencies on Aging (AAA)** Illinois has 13 regional Area Agencies on Aging that coordinate services and programs for older adults. You can find the agency for your region through the IDoA website. - Website: [www.illinois.gov/aging/Services/Pages/AAA.aspx](https://www.illinois.gov/aging/Services/Pages/AAA.aspx) - Services include meal delivery, transportation, caregiver support, and more. - **Senior Helpline (AARP)** Offers general information, resources, and guidance for seniors, including those looking for assistance with Medicare, benefits, and other senior-focused programs. - Phone: 1-888-687-2277 - Website: [www.aarp.org](https://www.aarp.org/) ### Health and Wellness Support - **Illinois Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC)** Helps older adults and people with disabilities find the support they need. - Phone: 1-800-252-8966 - Website: [www.illinois.gov/aging/](https://www.illinois.gov/aging/) - **Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)** Provides free, impartial counseling on Medicare and health insurance to seniors. - Phone: 1-800-548-9034 - Website: [www.illinois.gov/aging/](https://www.illinois.gov/aging/) ### Crisis and Emergency Support - **Illinois Elder Abuse Hotline** Provides assistance for reporting elder abuse or neglect. - Phone: 1-866-800-1409 - TTY: 1-888-206-1327 - **National Domestic Violence Hotline** Supports individuals experiencing violence, including seniors. - Phone: 1-800-799-7233 - Text: “START” to 88788 - Website: [www.thehotline.org](https://www.thehotline.org/) - **Senior Crime Prevention** Provides resources for preventing scams and fraud targeted at seniors. - Website: [www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov](https://www.illinoisattorneygeneral.gov/) ### Legal and Financial Assistance - **Illinois Legal Aid Online (ILAO)** Offers legal information and assistance for seniors on issues such as housing, benefits, and elder law. - Website: [www.illinoislegalaid.org](https://www.illinoislegalaid.org/) - **Legal Assistance Foundation (LAF)** Provides free civil legal services to low-income seniors in Illinois. - Phone: (312) 341-1070 - Website: [www.lafchicago.org](https://www.lafchicago.org/) - **Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)** Helps seniors understand and protect themselves against Medicare fraud. - Phone: 1-800-699-6220 - Website: [www.smpresource.org](https://www.smpresource.org/) ### Social and Community Support - **Illinois Community Care Program (CCP)** Offers home-based services to help seniors remain independent and in their homes. - Website: [www.illinois.gov/aging/](https://www.illinois.gov/aging/) - Contact through your local AAA for assistance. - **Meals on Wheels (Cook County)** Provides meal delivery to seniors in need. - Phone: (312) 744-9000 (Chicago area) - Website: [www.mealsonwheelschicago.org](https://www.mealsonwheelschicago.org/) - **Senior Centers and Senior Services in Illinois** Many local communities offer senior centers providing activities, classes, and social services. Contact your city or county government for local programs. ### Mental Health and Counseling - **NAMI Illinois (National Alliance on Mental Illness)** Offers support and education for seniors dealing with mental health issues or isolation. - Phone: 1-800-950-NAMI (6264) - Website: [www.namiillinois.org](https://www.namiillinois.org/) - **Elder Mental Health Resources** Access to community and health services that support the mental health of older adults. Contact local mental health clinics or senior service centers for more information. --- If you need additional details about specific resources, assistance with finding a local program, or more information about senior services in your area, let me know!