Dear Friends, Friends, family, and supporters came out on a beautiful sunny morning on Saturday, September 3rd, 2016, for the 5K For Labor Day. The race was held at beautiful Independence Grove in Libertyville, IL. Thanks to everyone who Patricia Jones, M. Ed came or helped spread the word. We had Waukegan Township an unbelievable time with over 200 Supervisor participants! Due to your generosity, we were able to raise funds to continue the mission of providing high quality services to seniors. All participants received a complimentary medal for finishing the course. Congratulations to the main award winners: Fastest male, female runner/walker and oldest/youngest runner/walker. We would like to thank our 5K for Labor Day volunteers and Senior Citizen’s Service Committee members. Many thanks to our dedicated sponsors; Adspace & Westfield Mall, (Gold - NRG & Gideon Missionary Baptist Church), (Silver - City of Park City, Great Lakes Credit Union, North Chicago Community Bank, City of North Chicago, Harbor Lites Inc., Christian Valley Church, & Greater Faith Church), (Bronze - Lake County Civic Organization, Lake County Board, Coleman Wrecking, Puerto Rican Society, NorStates Bank, Consumers Credit Union, Vista Healthcare System, & Rust Oleum), (Friend - Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc., Itoya Oda, Korean Christian Church, & Cunningham Insurance) and Lake County Journal & Great Lakes Bulletin. If you weren’t able to attend the 5K For Labor Day, but still want to show your support, you can still make a donation. Call 847-2449242 or visit our website at www.waukegantownship.com. Mail donations to 149 S Genesee Street, Waukegan, IL 60085. Proceeds go toward providing services to adults 55 and better. We can’t wait to see everyone at next year’s 5K For Labor Day on Saturday, September 2, 2017! For many families, fall can be a great time to start something new. With school and work schedules buckling down, families decide that this is a great time to pick up a new instrument or skill. Park Place provides a variety of services and our programs attract seniors with diverse backgrounds and interests. If you are recently retired, or simply want a delightful place to remain active, healthy, and enjoy good fellowship, please stop by to check out what we have to offer.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with “Taste of Latin America” Saturday, October 22, 2016 - 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Bring your appetite - you won't leave hungry! Enjoy tasty cuisine from several Latin American countries. Attendees will also enjoy live music and entertainment. Saturday at Park Place will be the best place to grab a bite while seeing a great band or singer perform. This is an event you do NOT want to miss!!!! Complimentary entrance to the public, fantastic giveaways, and fun contest. Food is available for purchase from a number of vendors.
Caregiver’s Expo - Wednesday, October 26, 2016 - 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. Are you a caregiver? Join us for this complimentary conference designed to provide information and resources to help you effectively care for a loved one and lower stress by taking care of yourself. Pre-registration required. Please register by emailing: jnieves@waukegantownship.com or calling Park Place at: (847) 244-9242 x 216 no later than October 21st. A complimentary lunch will be provided for all attendees. Exhibitors will provide resource information about products and services that are available to assist caregivers in Lake County. Caregivers will have the opportunity to meet with agency representatives and learn where and how they can get the help they need. Event co sponsored by Dimensions Home Health Care and BrightStar Care. Thanks in part from the Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County grant.
Cancer Awareness Month Event Thursday, October 20 2016 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Theme: When someone you love becomes a memory, the memory becomes a treasure - “No one sits alone”. Complimentary Event at: Cancer Treatment Center 2520 Elisha Ave, Zion, IL The event will include: Keynote Speaker, testimonials, exhibitors on hand providing information on Breast Cancer, light refreshments, balloon release, giveaway’s & raffle prizes. For more information & to RSVP call 847-2449242 or email jnieves@waukegantownship.com. Hosted by: Waukegan Townsip Park Place and YWCA of Lake County
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Travel by spacious Motor Coach to Our Nation’s Capital. Experience an exciting fun filled vacation! You will attend the National Cherry Blossom parade, which celebrates the blooming of the Japanese Cherry trees planted around the Tidal Basin. Visit the Smithsonian Institution and the Arlington Cemetery. Witness the Changing of the Guards. Take a panoramic illumination tour of Washington D.C. and explore the city of Pennsylvania! Trip includes other tours to museums and National Parks!
Monday, October 24 2016 5:30pm at Park Place Come hear the details of the 2018 South African trip! You can start making payments today.
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Martin Miller suffered from a heart problem and passed on August 14, 2016. Prior to his death, Martin volunteered with the Park Place Computer Technology program for 7 years as an instructor & coach. He also spent his time volunteering for the Waukegan Public Library, Center for Independent Living and the Zion Public Library. He spent every Monday assisting anyone with technology questions during our Help Desk session of Troubleshooting and more. Martin will truly be missed. Our prayers and condolences go to his family.
Los Tigres del Norte / Mariachi Flor de Toloache Play Ravinia Saturday, September 17, 2016 - Bus will depart The Ravinia season is here! Enjoy easy access to the park as we relax in lawn seats and see some of the season’s most highly demanded performers. Enjoy transportation and lawn seating for $40. Transportation and Pavilion Seats are $88. Purchase a gourmet box meal for an additional $13. Bus departs Park Place at 1:15 p.m.
1893 World’s Fair Tour - Friday September 9, 2016 Hop on this comfortable motor coach for an expert guided tour into history! We will take a close look at one of the most important events in Chicago history. With visual guides and a local historian, we will explore the famous Midway and then continue to the mail buildings in Jackson Park. You will hear the stories behind Daniel Burnham, Frank Lloyd Wright, Buffalo Bill Cody, HH Holmes (Devil in the White City), and many others. We will take a break at the Rockefeller Chapel on the University of Chicago campus and view the Osaka Gardens on the Wooded Isle. Lunch will be at the Piccolo Mondo and Italian restaurant in Hyde Park. Fee is $79 per person and includes transportation and lunch. Shuttle will depart Park Place 414 S. Lewis Ave at 8:00 am. To reserve your place call 847-244-9242 or email Lpable@waukegantownship.com.
Scarecrow Festival - Friday October 7, 2016 Embrace autumn with this journey to St. Charles to enjoy a paddle boat ride and visit to historic St. Charles! We will begin with an hour paddle boat tour and then spend the day exploring the annual Scarecrow Festival. The festival includes live entertainment, activities and a variety of food and craft vendors. Fee is $36 and includes transportation and boat trip. Lunch is on your own. Trip departs Park Place at 8:30 a.m. For more information call 847-244-9242 or email Lpable@waukegantownship.com.
Bill Maher at the Genesee Theatre - Sunday, October 9, 2016 Join us for door to door transportation and main floor seats to Bill Maher! For more than twenty years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television. Maher’s combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him 34 Emmy nominations. Shuttle Departs Park Place at 6:30 p.m. Fee of $75 includes ticket and transportation. For more information call 847-244-9242 or email Lpable@waukegantownship.com.
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo, Michigan - Saturday, October 22, 2016 Climb on a comfy coach bus and enjoy the ride to Four Winds Casino, New Buffalo MI! Enjoy games, and delicious food. At Four Winds New Buffalo, the excitement never stops. You’ll find more than 3,000 of your favorite slot machines, including some hot slots with progressive jackpots starting at $1,000,000! Each person will get $15 in instant slot credit and a $10 credit towards food in your choice of restaurants. Bus departs Park Place at 9 a.m. and returns after 5 p.m. Fee $36 per person. Register in person at Park Place or via credit card at 847-244-9242. Please contact Park Place for additional information.
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ATTENTION GRANDPARENTS! Spring Break will be here before we know it! The next informational meeting for the 2017 Artis Yancey HBCU tour will be 6:00pm on September 27th at Park Place. Early bird special! Register & pay in full before 12/30/16 and receive a 10% discount. Student fee is only $700! For more information call 847-244-4900 or email tsprings@waukegantownship.com.
Wednesday, September 14, 2016 - 11am - 12pm at Park Place Presentation: Facial Hair and Hair Loss Hair loss can appear in many different ways, depending on what's causing it. It can come on suddenly or gradually and affect just your scalp or your whole body. Some types of hair loss are temporary, and others are permanent. Join us for this informative workshop made possible in part from a Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County grant. Wednesday, September 21, 2016 - 11am - 12pm at Park Place Presentation: Fall Prevention Speaker: Mary Demarco, PT -Dimensions Home Health Care Let us share some ideas with your family, friends, company, organization, or group about how to prevent one of the most catastrophic events in the life of a senior citizen. This workshop made possible in part from a Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County grant. Did you know that: 70% of accidental deaths in people over the age of 75 result from falls? 40% of all nursing home admissions are attributable to repeated falls at home? Falling, or the fear of falling, often times leads to loss of confidence, imposed isolation and immobility? Wednesday, September 28, 2016 - 1pm - 3pm at Park Place Presentation: Osteoporosis & Complimentary Bone Density Screening – Speaker: Angela Wilson-Kuerbitz, MS, PA-C, from Rosalind Franklin University Outline: The Building Better Bones Program consists of a 30-40 minute PowerPoint presentation on Osteoporosis that covers bone morphology, risk factors, indications, tests, and treatments. Following the presentation a complimentary bone density screening will be provided. This workshop made possible in part from a Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County grant. Tuesday, October 04, 2016 - 10am - 11am at Park Place Presentation: Music, Mind, Body & Soul Speaker: Mary Helen Ekstam from JourneyCare. They are pioneers in applying sound to ease pain, anxiety and depression. Our board-certified music therapists use a range of musical techniques to help you relax, express feelings and recall significant experiences from your life. Through both instruments and voice, our music therapists work with you, encouraging you to sing along or helping you write a song to leave as a legacy for the people you love. This workshop made possible in part from a Healthcare Foundation of Northern Lake County grant.
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The Illinois Department on Aging Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) @ Park Place Provides assistance with any questions pertaining to Medicare Parts A, B, C, & D. Appointments will be scheduled in advance. The benefit access program hours are M-F 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Call 847-244-9242 for more information and appointment.
Tuesday, November 29, 2016 Join your Park Place friends for holiday shopping! Ikea / Woodfield Mall, Schaumberg, Il. Depart Park Place at 8:45 am for Ikea. Enjoy their bargain breakfast and shop until 1:00pm. Depart Ikea for Woodfield. 3:00pm Depart Woodfield. $12.00 fee includes transportation. Registration Required
Waukegan Township Ban/No Trespass Policy When it is determined that residents or non-residents of the Township as an employee, visitor or client, presents an ongoing threat to the Township, the Township may issue a “No Trespass Notice” restricting that person from any property owned or controlled by the Township for a period of time to be determined on a case-by-case basis. Failure to comply with the notice will result in arrest pursuant to 720 ILCS 5/21-5, or any applicable city ordinance. For more information please contact the Supervisor’s office at 847-244-4900.
Wednesday, October 19, 2016 10:00 am – 11:00 am Presentation: “Meet Your Leaders” Speaker: U.S. Congressman Bob Dold, 10th Congressional District U.S. Congressional Offices receive a large number of questions from seniors regarding concerns with possible changes in Medicare, Social Security, health care, long term care coverage, veterans’ care and resources available to seniors. To respond, Congressman Dold has been visiting the senior residential communities and senior centers to give Legislative Updates. The Congressman is seeking input from those he is elected to represent, giving seniors the opportunity to ask questions and share concerns face-to-face with their Congressman. They also use this face to face visit to request a follow-up on a problem they are experiencing.
Please join us at Park Place for a Candidate Forum on Sunday, October 9, 2017 at 2:00pm. All County wide candidates have been invited including congressional candidates from the 10th District. Event sponsored by the Lake County League of Women Voters.
Flu and Pneumonia Vaccines offered by Walgreen's - Wednesday, October 26 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Call 847-244-9242 for fees and bring your Medicare/Medicaid or insurance card along with you. Non insurance – cost: $31.99 • Flu Vaccine. cost: $109.99 • Pneumonia Vaccine.
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License Plate Sticker Notices Illinois Secretary of State Jesse White announced Aug. 1 his office will resume mailing license-platerenewal reminders. Funds from the stopgap budget passed June 30 will allow White’s office to mail reminder notices to vehicle owners starting in August.
NACA Homeowner’s Workshop Saturday, September 17, 2016 - 10am - 2pm at Park Place The first step in NACA’s "Ten Steps To Home Ownership" is to sign up for a free NACA workshop near you. At the four-hour workshop you will learn the details about the NACA program and the home buying or refinancing process. The workshop provides detailed information for a participant to become NACA Qualified or mortgage-ready. You must attend a workshop before you can participate in the NACA program. For more information call 847-244-9242 or email cpwhite@waukegantownship.com. Know Your Medicare A, B, C’s Friday September 16, 1:00 p.m. and Monday September 19, 5:30 p.m.
Lost in the Medicare maze? Confused about your coverage? Come to this session to learn the basics of Medicare Parts A, B, and C. Learn how to select the coverage that best meets your needs. This course is complimentary, Please call to register. Call 847-2449242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com. Understand Medicare Part D - Prescription Drug Coverage Friday September 23, 1:00 p.m. and Monday September 26, 5:30 p.m.
Learn about Medicare Part D, the famous donut hole coverage gap, your options, and how to select the best policy for your needs! Most people benefit from reevaluating and selecting new coverage each year. Learn how to streamline this process and save money. This course is complimentary, Please call to register. Call 847244-9242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com. Understanding Medigap Coverage and Policy Options Friday September 30, 1:00 p.m. and Monday, October 3 at 5:30 p.m.
Come to clear the fog and get a clear picture of what kinds and types of policies are available! Learn how to prioritize costs and features of available policies, and the BEST time to choose your coverage. This course is complimentary, Please call to register. Call 847-244-9242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com. How to use MyMedicare.gov Friday, October 7, 2016 at 1:00 p.m. and Monday, October 17, 2016 at 5:30 p.m.
Did you know you can save hundreds on your prescription drug plan? Medicare Part D Open Enrollment begins October 16, 2015, and plans change every year. This free session will show you how to use MyMedicare.Gov to save money on the costs of your plan and prescription. This course is complimentary, but registration is required. Call 847-244-9242 to register.
Legislation to Help Caregivers Wednesday, October 12th - 1:00p.m. - 2:00p.m. SPEAKER: Terri Worman ASD - Advocacy and Outreach AARP Illinois This workshop tells you about the current status of state and federal legislation that can help and support caregivers and the amazing work you do.
Rosalind Franklin Community Care Coach Free Health Screenings Tuesday, September 6th - 10:00a.m. - 1:00p.m. At Park Place. AARP Safety Driving Tues, September 20th and Wed, September 21st 10:00a.m. - 2:00p.m. RSVP - 847-244-9242. At Park Place. AARP Members $15 Non Members $20
Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Park Place complimentary foot care Tuesday, September 20th, Tuesday, October 4th, Tuesday, 1:00 p.m. by appointment. At Park Place.
Secretary of State Super Seniors On The Go Wednesday, October 26th Renew your Driver’s License. Need an Illinois State Identification Card? The Secretary of State will offer the following services: Rules of the Road 9:30am - 11:00am, Mobile Unit 10:00am 2:00pm, & Vision Screening 10:00am - 2:00pm. Reservations are required in advance - Call 847-244-9242. AARP Monthly Meeting Wednesday, September 21st, Wednesday, October 19th, 1:00 p.m. at Park Place.
LGBT Support Group Meeting: Wednesday, September 21st and Wednesday, October 19th at Park Place.
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Smart Phone 101: Understanding and Using your Device: Tuesday, September 13, 9:30 a.m., Thursday October 6, 1:00 p.m.
Tablets 101: Basics of Tablet Use and Operation: Tuesday, September 20, 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Thursday October 13, 1:00 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.
Roaming? 4G? Confused about your phone? Come to this session to explore the basics of using and enjoying your cell phone. This session is $10. Pre registration is required and seating is limited. Call 847-244-9242 to register with a credit card or stop in to Park Place to pay in person.
See what the fuss is about! Delve into tablet use with your own device or using the Amazon Fire. Learn how to connect to popular apps, e-mail, and e-books using these portable wireless devices. This session is $10. Pre registration is required and seating is limited. Call 847-244-9242 to register with a credit card or stop in to Park Place to pay in person.
iPad 101: Basic Use: Tuesday, September 27, 9:30 a.m., Thursday October 20, 1:00 p.m.
Trouble Shooting & More: Help Desk at the Tech Center! Every Monday from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Complimentary.
Use our iPad or bring your own! We will explore the basics of these fun mobile devices. Learn how to connect to popular apps, e-mail, and e-books using these portable wireless devices. This session is $10. Pre registration is required and seating is limited. Call 847-244-9242 to register with a credit card or stop in to Park Place to pay in person.
Open Lab at the Tech Center Park Place has six computers for use by those 55 and better during open hours when classes are not in session.
How to Use Technology in Your Job Hunt Wednesday October 12, 1:00 p.m. Everything is online- even job hunting! Learn strategy and methods for conducting your job search using technology with Chris Liske from the Lake County Jobs Center. This session is complimentary; please call 847244-9242 to register in advance.
Exercise Achievement Awards Ceremony - Sunday, October 2, 2016 - 3:00 PM These awards celebrate and honor participants from the Park Place Fitness program. Tickets are $15.00. Please RSVP at Park Place or call 847-244-9242. Come celebrate with us!
Complimentary Exercise Room at Park Place. Take advantage of our Certified Exercise instructor and our exercise equipment. Train every Tuesday & Thursday 11:30am -1:30pm. Fitness Center Hours: Mon 9am - 7pm. / Tues, Wed, Fri 9am - 4:30pm. / Thurs 9am - 8pm & Sat 9am - 3pm
MONDAY
TUESDAY
Coach to 5K - 6:30 a.m.
*Walk Fit 9:00 a.m.
*SeniorSize - 9:15 a.m. *SeniorSize -10:15 a.m. *Chicago Soul Dancing - 5:30 p.m. ($2) *Yoga/Meditation 5:30 p.m.
*Country Line Dancing 10:00a.m.
WEDNESDAY THURSDAY Coach to 5K - 6:30 a.m.
*SeniorSize -
10:15 a.m.
*Advanced SeniorSize9:15 a.m. *Chicago Soul Dancing *Yoga/Meditation 10:15 5:30 p.m., ($2) a.m.
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
Coach to 5K - 6:30 a.m. *Walk Fit - 10 a.m. *Zumba - 9:00 a.m. *Step Up Aerobics 10:00 a.m.
* Advance sign up for classes & a medical release form must be on file. (renew form yearly)
PRESORT STANDARD
US POSTAGE PAID
Patricia Jones Waukegan Township Supervisor
PALATINE P & DC PERMIT NO. 418
Trustees: Katherine Rothwell-Francis Percy L. Johnson Jeff McBride Chuck Willms Township Clerk: Rose Staben Assessor: Mark Stricklin Park Place Senior Citizen’s Services Committee: Chair: Victor Ruiz Vice Chair: Ray Evelyn Curry Secretary: Opal Rice: Ed Buschbacher, Evelyn Bailey, Larry Eaker & Gloria Carr
Park Place Hours Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday
9:00 AM - 7:00 PM 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM Closed
PARK PLACE PREVIEW 414 S. Lewis Ave. Waukegan, IL 60085 Phone: 847-244-9242 Fax: 847-244-9258 www.waukegantownship.com
Our newsletter is published every two months and sent to our mailing list. If you would like to receive the newsletter via e-mail please call 847-244-4900 or email kwoods@waukegantownship.com
Park Place will be closed Columbus Day October 10th! ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS & CONDOLENCES - Our Thoughts Are With You.
We Remember Seniors who’ve passed away 6/17/16 - 7/28/16 Deborah Billeck 7/20/16 Jean Potter 7/7/16 Peter Boynewicz 6/23/16 Lillie Conkle 7/17/16 Eddie Mitchell Sr. Grace M. Kristan 6/18/16 Bradley Funeral Home Mary Keller 6/29/16 Lucille Mello 6/30/16 Bradshaw & Range Funeral Home Mose Earl Jr. 7/4/16 Phillip Moulton 6/28/16 Mary Tate-Thurman 6/29/16 Eddie Williams Joy AmdersonPendleton 6/19/16 Edith Mallory 6/21/16 E'Zyrah Evans 7/8/16 Sharon Jouett 7/10/16 Carl Martin, Sr. 7/15/16
Linnett Taylor 7/23/16 Arklars Springs 7/26/16 James Gray, Jr. 7/26/16 Ollie Gates 7/29/16 Congdon & Company Funeral Phyllis Hombaker 6/25/16 Robert Kerr 7/20/16 William Peacy Jr 7/25/16 Mary Yates 6/28/16 Jean Fuson 7/23/16 Virginia Hammond 7/14/16 Brenda Sue McCoy Wayne Pierson 7/17/16 Marian Shaffer 6/23/16 David Slovnik 7/24/16 Lillian Trygar 7/4/16 Rev Charles Hofflander 6/20/16 Noreen Sibiski 6/21/16 William Waddle 7/8/16 Marsh Funeral Home Russell Wells 6/17/16
Betty Hawkins 6/19/16 McMurrough Funeral Jane Kidwell 7/11/16 Peterson & Patch Funeral Home Melvin Toyra 6/20/16 Daniel Shield 6/28/16 Annette Watkins 6/28/16 Wayne Luosa 7/9/16 Salata Gurnee Funeral William Cudahy 7/1/16 Claude Salisbury 7/11/16 Shelby Martin 7/1/16 Daniel Kerpan 6/25/16 John Kelly 6/29/16 Lorretta Zaker 7/5/16 Harry Nehls 7/6/16 Thomas Cudahy 7/8/16 Thomas Devine 7/12/16 Esme Rodriguez 7/18/16 The Memorial Chapel Theresa Dove 7/20/16
Enrique Garcia 6/22/16 Manuel Basurto 7/7/16 Victory Denis 7/8/16 Moises Zavala 7/9/16 Barbara Williams 7/12/16 Lois Weigel 7/17/16 Victor Guerrero 7/17/16 Warren Cemetery Josephine Blanton 7/7/16 Vanessa Coleman 6/22/16 Jane Whiting 6/17/16 Angie Triplett 7/24/16 Margaret Miller 7/25/16 Westgate Funeral Home Lillie Cobb 6/27/16 Veletta Branham 7/19/16
Coping With Loss Support Group Meets the 2nd Wed of each month 10am - 11am at Park Place
The mission of Park Place is to encourage the independence and well-being of adults age 55 and better by providing health and fitness opportunities, recreational programs, transportation options, trips, events and support services.