.... Serving Stephenson & Jo Daviess Counties
Suite 100
121 N Harlem St
Freeport, Illinois
61032-3803
1.800.424.6696
815.235.9777
Funding for Case Management, Information and Assistance, Jo Davies Transportation, Caregiver Services and Health Management is provided under the Older Americans Act through the Northwestern Illinois Area Agency on Aging
Mission Statement
Assuring access to resources that older adults need to achieve and maintain independence, dignity and quality of life through advocacy, linkage and direct service provision
The Stephenson County Senior Center is a diverse multi-service agency and designated focal point that provides programs and services to persons 55 years and older and their caregivers. Our objective is to help seniors to maintain their independence and quality of life.
We believe that seniors have the right to independence and self-determination.
We can help you to continue to live in your own home, provide ways to meet people and help you to solve problems when you don’t know where else to turn.
Last year over 6,000 people received assistance through the Senior Center. Most of our services are available in both Stephenson and Jo Daviess counties.
Services are confidential and available to everyone, regardless of your income.
Our programs meet the diverse needs of older adults, from those that are constantly on the go to those who now prefer a quieter life. Services are available to people with disabilities.
The Senior Center is not just for the seniors. We are here to assist families, friends and neighbors who are concerned about the older adults in their lives. We can link caregivers with a variety of alternative services available in your community
To help seniors, the Senior Center provides:
For Your Health
Informational meetings on health topics such as Alzheimer’s Disease, Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Cancer and Wellness.
Health Fairs with screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, retinal, hearing and flu shots
Exercise classes such as Dancercize and Fitness Conditioning
NICAA Golden Meals
Information and equipment on adaptive equipment for sight and hearing impairments and other health concerns
Caregiver Support
Assessments, arrangements and referrals for caregivers
Access to respite care for caregivers of seniors and grandchildren
Help with purchase of assistive devices
Computer for use by caregivers to access information from the internet
Caregiver lending library with books, videos, and pamphlets
Monthly caregiver meeting at St Joseph Provena
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support Group
Information and Assistance
Provide current information on available programs and services
Assist in applying for benefit programs
Act as advocates for seniors and caregivers
Provided for:
SHIP (Senior Health Insurance Program) provides counseling on Medicare supplemental insurance and assistance with Medicare and insurance claims
Circuit Breaker for income qualified applicants provides license discounts and possible grants on rent or property taxes
Medicare, state and other prescriptions drug plans
LIHEAP energy assistance
Property Tax Assessment Freeze
Homestead Exemption
Senior housing and long term housing facilities
Information on food pantry programs
Durable power of attorney
Programs and Services to Help Assure Independence and Safety
Assessments, arrangements and referrals for homemaker services and/or adult day services
Pre-screenings for nursing home placement
Limited home repairs
Assistance in making arrangements for medical assistance
Elder Abuse Intervention
Confidential investigation of reports of abuse, neglect or exploitation of seniors
Help develop care plan to stop abuse
Follow up programs
Friendly Visitor Program
A volunteer is matched with a senior for weekly visits
Money Management Program
Volunteers help qualified seniors with bill paying activities
AARP Tax-Aide
Income tax counseling including preparation and submission of federal and state returns
- d travel opportunities
The Senior Center is also available to help those with disabilities.
