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Senior Centers and Senior Services Information and Assistance Call Center - City of Chicago - DFSS SSD - Englewood Community Service Center

1140 West 79th Street, Chicago, IL 60620

This resource is for City of Chicago senior residents.
Mon 9:00am - 5:00pm Tue 9:00am - 5:00pm Wed 9:00am - 5:00pm Thu 9:00am - 5:00pm Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm
https://www.chicago.gov/city/en/depts/fss/provdrs/senior/svcs/information_and_assessment.html

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Free

Chicago, IL

Description

DFSS provides centralized information and assessment via a Senior Services Hotline and also via in-person locations including City Hall and five regional senior centers. By going in person or placing a call, an older person or caregiver receives information about the services offered by DFSS and other eldercare service providers available to them. Programs and services include:Benefits EligibilityCheckup list and ApplicationCarrier Alert ProgramChore/Housekeeping ServiceCaregiving ResourcesGrandparents Raising Grandchildren ProgramsEmployment ServicesFoster Grandparent ProgramGatekeeper Chicago/Well-Being ChecksGolden Diner Nutrition ProgramHome Delivered MealsLife Enrichment ProgramsMedical Transportation AssistanceOmbudsman ProgramRespite CareSenior Companion ProgramSenior Shuttle TransportationChicago Fitness PlusLegal AssistanceSenior Housing Information

Date of Last Formal Update

Unknown

Data provided by

211 Metro Chicago

Providing organization

City of Chicago Department Of Family And Support Services - Senior Services Division

The DFSS Senior Services Division provides support services throughout the City of Chicago to address the diverse needs and interests of older adults, from those who are active and healthy, to those residing in long-term care facilities and seniors who are fragile and may be confined to home.

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