Senior Services Portal
The Village of Westchester is committed to making our community a desirable place for older adults to live and thrive with independence and dignity.
Primary Referral Sources
AgeOptions
Area Agency on Aging serving suburban Cook County since 1974. Connects residents with vital services including meals, information assistance, caregiver support, and health programs.
Solutions for Care
Westchester's Care Coordination Unit providing assessment, case management, and Adult Protective Services.
Proviso Township Senior Services
Township services including transportation, handyman program, and benefits assistance.
Alzheimer's Association Chicago
24/7 Helpline with information, emotional support, caregiving tools and referrals.
National Council on Aging (NCOA)
Resources, tools, and advocacy for healthy aging regardless of income or zip code.
Home & Community Based Services
PeopleCare
Volunteer-based organization providing socialization and transportation to homebound elderly.
Aging Care Connections - Aging Well Neighborhood
Free health, wellness, fitness, educational, and social programs for Westchester residents.
Nutrition & Food Services
Community Nutrition Network & Senior Services
One of the largest senior meal providers in the nation serving suburban Cook County.
Westchester Food Pantry
Local food assistance for Westchester residents.
Meals on Wheels Foundation of Northern Illinois
Supports home delivery of meals to eligible older adults.
Government Services
Social Security Administration
Retirement benefits, disability benefits, Medicare enrollment, survivors benefits.
CMS/Medicare
Federal health insurance for people 65+ and certain disabled individuals.
Illinois Department on Aging Senior Helpline
State services and advocacy for older Illinoisans and caregivers.
Transportation Services
PACE Bus
Fixed route bus system accessible to seniors and people with disabilities. Free rides for those enrolled in Benefit Access program.
Community Assisted Rides (CARS)
Community Assisted Rides champions older adults by providing them with safe and accompanied ride services and supportive, friendly community care
Proviso Township Senior Transportation
FREE curb-to-curb transportation for residents 60+ to medical facilities and approved locations.
Caregiver Support
Aging Care Connections Caregiver Support
Professional support for primary caretakers including counseling, support groups, and respite care.
Senior Centers
West Suburban Senior Services
Senior center offering meals, programming, and resources for Westchester seniors.
Community Adult Day Care
Adult day services for those who cannot be home alone during the day.
Village of Westchester
Westchester Public Library
Local library services and programs for seniors.
Senior-Only DMV
DMV services specifically for seniors.
Emergency Services
Additional Resources
Helpful external websites and organizations
Advocacy Organizations
State Resources
Area Agency on Aging
Local Resources
Health Programs
Medicare Resources
Educational Resources
Planning Resources
Need Assistance?
The Village of Westchester is here to help connect you with senior services and resources.
