How to Use this Guide

For quick navigation and understanding, we have organized this guide by category, county location (based on address), and the counties served. Please reference the images to the right for a visual representation of how to use this guide.

Visit https://www.aurora-il. org/402/Senior-DisabilityServices to learn about other services/programs and to view an interactive version of this guide!

Service Counties

● DuPage County

■ Kane County

▲ Kendall County

♥ Will County

Disability Services..................................................................... 6

This section supplies persons with disabilities with resources to meet their needs and enhance their quality of life. Included are listing for prescriptions, therapy, caregivers, and independent living.

Keywords: therapy; medication; caregivers; empowerment

Food Resources .......................................................................

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This section details organizations that assist with providing low-cost, nutritious meals to aid in ending local food insecurity. Included are food pantries, soup kitchens, and meal deliveries.

Keywords: meal delivery; low-cost; low-income; food pantries

Healthcare Services ................................................................

This section can be of use to those seeking primary and/or preventative care, critical aid for medical or psychological illnesses, rehabilitation, and more.

Keywords: mental illness; medical care; prevention; rehabilitation

Housing & Shelter ....................................................................

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This section includes resources for temporary housing, financial advising, home repairs, and counseling to help increase independence. Also, there is a sub-section that lists senior living facilities/communities.

Keywords: homelessness, finances; repairs, counseling, living facilities

Legal Services ......................................................................... 46

This section provides legal support for those navigating immigration and citizenship and extends support throughout retirement and estate planning.

Keywords: legal; immigration; citizenship; retirement; estate taxes; bills; Social Security; health section includes organizations related to physical activity and wellness, protection services, and places to enjoy live entertainment. recreation, public safety, leisure, activities, entertainment

This section offers a range of information and contacts for inquiries on taxes, bills, Social Security, health, etc.

This section details resources that cater to the travel needs of seniors and individuals with physical and cognitive limitations, prioritize accessibility, and provide means of transit overall accessibility; accommodations; transit veterans, stability; shelter; benefits

This section encompasses organizations that work to ensure the stability, shelter, and well-being of individuals who have served in the US military.

This section supplies professional tools to explore a career, enroll in a college course, and find employment.

Keywords: employment; college; careers; skills