Senior Citizens

Adult Protective Services

The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) will handle all reports of alleged abuse against persons with disabilities aged 18-59 who live in domestic (non-institutional) settings. Pursuant to Public Act 98-0049, this responsibility transferred to IDoA from the Illinois Department of Human Services (DHS) Office of the Inspector General. In addition, IDoA continues to respond to reports of alleged abuse, neglect or financial exploitation of persons 60 years of age and older living in the community. Adult Protective Services Program.

Reporting suspected abuse, neglect or exploitation of people with disabilities ages 18-59 and seniors living in your community
To report suspected abuse, neglect or financial exploitation, please call the statewide 24-hour Adult Protective Services Hotline: 1-866-800-1409, 1-999-206-1327 (tty). http://www.state.il.us/aging/1abuselegal/abuselegal-main.htm

Caregiver Interfaith Volunteer Services (CIVS)

Provides volunteers to assist in the following:

Caring companionship and visits; Transportation and escort for the appointments and shopping; Shopping for persons no longer able to leave home; Minor home repair and home maintenance help; Respite Care - Relieving a primary caregiver 2-3 Hours a week or on occasion.

Located at St. John's North - 2N35
801 E. Carpenter St.
Springfield, IL
217 757-6621

Driver Services for Seniors - Rules of the Road Classes

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Elder Abuse and Neglect Program

To report elder abuse and neglect Abuse hotline: 866-800-1409

Refer to list Caregivers Support Program by counties: http://www.state.il.us/aging/1caregivers/caregivers-main.htm

If You Suspect Fraud, Error, or Abuse Related to Health Care, gather the facts and notify the Suburban Area Agency on Aging at 1-800-699-9043 or tdd: 1-708-524-1653. Also the Attorney General's Health Care Helpline: 1-877-305-4145 or tty: 1-800-964-3013

Independent Living and Other Resources (for seniors)

http://www.payingforseniorcare.com. Searchable database of financial assistance resources for independent living, home modifications and assistive technology.

Logan County Senior Resources

Healthy Communities Partnership
200 Stahlhut Drive • Lincoln, IL 62656
Phone: (217) 605-5008 • Fax: (217) 732-7481
email: info@healthycommunitiespartnership.com

Memory & Aging Network

SIU Memory and Aging Network providers serve as consultants to individuals, families and family physicians. After an evaluation, and only if the patient consents, a report and recommendations are sent to patient's physician. Individuals then continue with their own physician for ongoing medical care. Website: http://www.siumed.edu/alz or call 217 545-7181.

Memory Resources: Dementia or Alzheimer