Making decisions regarding long-term care can be a challenge, so Arlington Heights has several programs and agencies that help older adults understand their options. The following table features free and low-cost resources that provide advocacy, outreach and information services.
Resource
Contact
Service
Senior Center
(847) 797-5341
Arlington Heights’ Park District facilitates special events, trips and classes for older adults in the community. It operates the Active Adult Program and a senior center where older adults participate in games, fitness classes and art classes. The center is open on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Senior Service Coalition of Lake County
(630) 330-7716
Arlington Heights seniors living in Lake County obtain a broad range of services through the Senior Service Coalition of Lake County. This nonprofit agency has numerous support groups for common age-related issues. It also has information specialists who provide referrals to services and programs in the community.
AgeOptions
(708) 383-0258
AgeOptions is a local nonprofit organization that serves Arlington Heights seniors living in Cook County. This agency administers a broad range of services, including legal assistance, health insurance options counseling and benefits information and enrollment.
VA Chicago Regional Office
(800) 698-2411
The VA Chicago Regional Office is located about 25 miles from Arlington Heights and provides in-person and over-the-phone assistance with accessing benefits and services in the community. At this location, specialists help qualifying veterans apply for Aid and Attendance, disability compensation and pension programs, which may help cover care expenses.
Legal Aid Chicago
(312) 341-
1070
Legal Aid Chicago serves as the long-term care ombudsman for Arlington Heights and the surrounding region. Its legal professionals help residents resolve issues such as unmet care needs, intake and discharge procedures, billing errors and quality of care. It can also help advocate on seniors' behalf in cases of abuse, neglect or exploitation.