Waukegan Township
Dear Friends, Friends, family, and supporters came out on the morning of Saturday, September 2, 2017, for the 5K For Labor Day. The race was held at the beautiful Independence Grove in Libertyville, IL. Thanks to everyone who came out or helped spread the word. We had an unbelievable time! Due to your generosity, we were able to raise funds to assist Patricia Jones, M. Ed continueing the mission of providing high quality services to seniors. All participants Waukegan Township received a complimentary medal for finishing the course. Congratulations to the main Supervisor 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; NRG, Gideon Missionary Baptist Church & Rust-Oleum (Gold), Park Place Red Hats Society, City of Park City,, NorStates Bank, Harbor Lite Links, Inc., Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc., and Vista Health Syatems (Silver). If you weren’t able to attend the 5K For Labor Day, but still want to show your support, you can make a donation. Call 847-244-9242 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 1, 2018! Artist Barbara Jones once said, “Think what a better world it would be if we all, the whole world, had cookies and milk about three o'clock every afternoon and then lay down on our blankets for a nap”. In that spirit, please enjoy complimentary cookies at Park Place every Tuesday in the month of September. We are celebrating National Senior Center Month and invite you to visit Park Place to learn more about our programs and services. Park Place provides a variety of services for adults 55 years of age and better 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 during National Senior Center month to check out what we have to offer. Park Place will not be open on Saturdays. Saturdays will remain open only for rentals. The facility will be closed Monday, September 4, 2017 in observance of Labor Day. We join in the recognition of the contributions that laborers make to the United States. We will close on September, 25-30 for building cleaning and Monday, October 9, 2017 for Columbus Day.
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with “Taste of Latin America” $5 ticket and pay at the door Friday, October 20, 2017 - 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 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. This is an event you do NOT want to miss!!!! Fantastic giveaways and fun contests. Food is available for purchase from a number of vendors.
Cancer Awareness Month Event Wednesday, October 25 2017 - 5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Complimentary Event at: Park Place - 414 S. Lewis Avenue. The event will include: Keynote Speaker, testimonials, exhibitors on hand providing information on Breast Cancer, light refreshments, balloon release, giveaway’s, raffle prizes. Wear pink and take advantage of complimentary screenings. For more information call 847-244-9242 or email jnieves@waukegantownship.com .
Waukegan Township also provides complimentary transportation to Waukegan Township residents. Call: (847) 599-2936 or email lnava@waukegantownship.com 3 days in advance.
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Friday, September 8, 2017 Frankie Vallie & The Four Seasons
Waukegan Air Show Saturday, September 9, 2017
Shuttle will depart Park Place at 4:00 p.m. to arrive when the gates open at 5:00 p.m. The concert begins at 7:00 p.m. Hop on our air conditioned bus with your picnic gear for a no hassle round trip ride to Ravinia! For more information call 847-2449242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com.
Join us for a fun filled day of amazing feats of aviation! Ride on our air conditioned bus and enjoy door to door service from Park Place - 414 S. Lewis, to the Air Show. This is an outdoor festival so pack your sunscreen and chairs! Fee ($20 adults & $5 12 & under) includes transportation. Lunch is on your own. For information or to RSVP call 847-244-9242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com.
Scarecrow Fest Friday, October 6, 2017
Cantigny Park Museums and Gardens Tuesday, November 7, 2017
$15 (Lawn) *Special price. Must ride shuttle.
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 $39 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
Visit this historic park and museums created by Robert R McCormick in Wheaton, IL. Step back in time and explore the life, family and passions of the great Robert McCormick. We will enjoy lunch at Le Jardin before returning to Park Place. Fee of $45 includes transportation, lunch, and all exhibits. Register in person at Park Place or via credit card at 847-2449 2 4 2 . F o r m o r e i n f o e m a i l lpable@waukegantownship.com.
Join us for a Homecoming Celebration at Waukegan Township Park Place! Calling all graduating classes from any high school. We invite those 55 and better to bring your school memorabilia like pennants, letter jackets and yearbooks to display. Come and enjoy celebrating your life and accomplishments with appetizers, beverages and dancing. We will crown a King & Queen for the evening. Also a special award recognition for the oldest yearbook and graduate. Tickets available for $8 resident and $10 nonresident. Transportation provided to and from Senior Buildings (10 or more registered attendees). To RSVP or for more information call 847-244-9242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com.
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South Africa & New York - 2018, Jerusalem - 2019, Italy - 2020, Turks - 2021, & Greece - 2023 Remember The Waukegan Township administrative office located at 149 S. Genesee Street is a certified Passport & Picture site.
Meet Your Leaders Wednesday, October 18, 2017 10:00 am – 11:00 am Speaker: Lake County Housing Authority Executive Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. David A. Northern Sr. Waukegan Township Park Place invites you to meet the Executive Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Lake County Housing Authority, Mr. David A. Northern Sr. This informal gathering will include a few short remarks from David Northern, followed by time for an open question and answer period. David Northern will also discuss the new property located at the corner of 14th Street and Dugdale. There will be a senior section located within that property.
ATTENTION GRANDPARENTS! Spring Break will be here before we know it! The next informational meeting for the 2018 Artis Yancey HBCU tour will be 6:00pm on Thursday, September 21st at the Waukegan Library. $750 - Waukegan Township Resident $800 - Outside Waukegan Township/Lake County Resident - $900 - All Other Students For more information call 847-244-4900 or email jhernandez@waukegantownship.com.
AARP warning to seniors...Watch out for unwanted magazine subscriptions. AARP just issued a new warning to seniors to watch out for another scam that’s targeting them. The old magazine scam is alive and well, and the scammers have set their sights on seniors’ life savings. Magazine companies are calling seniors and selling them magazines they don’t want. And sometimes they even scam people who are calling to cancel subscriptions to magazines. In one instance, an unnamed senior called a magazine company to cancel two magazines. This person was moving to a new home and didn’t want to receive the magazines anymore. But the magazine company representative instead scammed this senior. She talked very fast to this person just to cause confusion. Then she had the senior go through some steps with her bank card. At the end of the call, the senior asked if the magazines were canceled. Unfortunately for this person, the representative hadn’t actually canceled the subscriptions. In fact, the representative simply said, “Oh, those are not our magazines.” A few weeks later, the senior started receiving eight magazines! And the company charged a ridiculous amount for them. The senior was ripped off by the magazine company. This individual tried to stop the subscriptions by canceling their bank account, but then debt collectors got involved. For more information visit www.learnprogress.org/aarp-issueswarning-seniors.
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Wednesday, September 13 - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Fall Prevention Speaker: Vista Health System 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. Did you know? 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 20 – 11:00 am – 12:00 pm - Carbon Monoxide Safety and What to Do If You Need Help with Your Bill Speakers: Andrea Danks, North Shore Gas Did you know? More than 150 people in the U.S. die every year from accidental non fire-related carbon monoxide poisoning. Carbon monoxide or CO is a colorless and odorless gas. CO poisoning can occur when a fuel-burning appliance or machine, such as a furnace, heater or generator, is not working or vented properly. Breathing in CO at high levels can be fatal. Learn what you can do to protect your family from the dangers of CO.
Tuesday, October 17 – 11:00 am – 12:00 pm - Solar 101: Power Your Home with Solar Energy Presenter: Karen Ahlers, Community Outreach - Director – Blue Raven Solar Topics include: Why Go Solar? The Environmental and economic impact of non-renewable (fossil fuel) energy in US, Lake County and Waukegan. Benefits of renewable energy specific to Illinois and Waukegan. How the Future Energy Job Act impacts local economy, environment and health of local community. Refreshments will be provided.
Wednesday, October 18 – 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm - Pain Management Conservative and Assertive Approaches Used in Health Care Speaker: Jay Jay Montenegro OTR/L - Administrator/CEO Meridian Palliative & Hospice Care Services, LLC. Topics include: What is pain? Assertive/ Aggressive approaches to alleviate pain. Meridian Care. Q and A 5-10 min with Raffles. Goodie Bag and Handouts. Refreshments will be served.
Tuesday, October 24 - 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Preventive Visits & Yearly Wellness Speaker: Lizel Granada, NP-C – Vista Health System Learn the importance of visits and how they can include a review of your medical and social history related to your health: Certain screenings, shots, and referrals for other care, if needed Height, weight, and blood pressure measurements A calculation of your body mass index An offer to talk with you about creating advance directives A written plan letting you know which screenings, shots, and other preventive services you need.
Flu Vaccines Tuesday, October 17 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM & Wednesday, October 26 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Presented by: Amy Nedic, PharmD - Pharmacy Clinical Services Manager, Walmart Health & Wellness Call 847-244-9242 and bring your Medicare/Medicaid or insurance card along with you. Non insurance – cost: $20
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Are you turning 65 soon, or preparing to retire or simply curious about your Medicare options? Know Your Medicare A, B, C’s Wednesday, September 13, 10:00 a.m. (English) / 12:00 p.m. (Spanish) 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 registration. Call 847-244-9242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com.
Understand Medicare Part D - Prescription Drug Coverage Tuesday, September 19, 11:00 a.m. (English) & Wednesday, September 6, 2:00 p.m. (Spanish) 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 registration. Call 847 -244-9242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com.
Understanding Medicap Coverage and Policy Options Wednesday, October 4, 2:00 p.m. (English) 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 registration. Call 847-244-9242 or email lpable@waukegantownship.com.
How to use MyMedicare.gov Wednesday, October 11, 1:00 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 in the costs of your plan AND the costs of your prescription. This course is complimentary, but registration is required. Call 847-244-9242 to register.
Saturday,
September 23, 2017 - Vista Health System at Park Place, 414 S Lewis, Waukegan, IL (10 am- 1 pm).
Saturday,
October 21, 2017 - At Nuestra Senora de Guadalupe, 2415 N Butrick St. Waukegan, IL (10 am - 1 pm)
Interactive Exhibits providing information on Health & Wellness and other services available throughout Lake County, Complimentary Health Screenings, Workshops, Exercise & Food Demonstrations, Light Refreshments, Giveaways and Raffle Prizes. Free Admission – Open to the Public
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. - 12:00 p.m. Call 847-244-9242 for more information and appointment.
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LGBT Group Upcoming Meetings September 9th - Creating Community Introductions, expectations and ideals for direction of the group
Cancer Survivors and their Love Ones Meets 2nd Thursday - 2pm Kidney Disease Prevention & Discussion Meets 4th Thursday - 1pm *No meeting 9/28
October 14th - Halloween - Treats No Tricks! (Optional costumes) Discussion topic: Who we are inside vs. who we show the world we are.
Readers Delight Book Club - Meets 1st Monday - 1pm *No meeting 9/4
Grandparents Taking Care of Grandchildren & Other Relative Caregivers Upcoming Meetings September 11th - Presented by Catholic Charities October 25th - Presented by Prairie State Legal Service
Grandparents Taking Care of Grandchildren & Other Relative Caregivers - Meets 2nd Monday - 5:30pm., & 4th Wednesday - 11am *No meeting 9/27 and 10/9
Lollie Drew Low Vision Upcoming Meetings September 12th - Presented by Catholic Charities October 10th - Presented by Oak Street Health
Spanish Speaking Resource Group - Meets 2nd Friday - 11am Lollie Drew Low Vision Group - Meets 2nd Tuesday - 10am Red Hat Society - Meets 3rd Thursday Noon Caregivers for those with Memory Loss Meets 4th Tuesday - 10am *No meeting 9/26 LGBT - Meets 3rd Friday - 6pm Coping With Grief Group - Meets 2nd Wednesday -10am
Do You Medically Need That? Are you or somebody in your home suffering from back or knee pain? Most people have some type of pain, and when a scammer calls you, they expect that you will answer "yes." Then they will tell you about the "wonderful Medicare benefit to which you are entitled-free back and knee braces." This is not the way Medicare benefits work. Find out more information by calling 800-699-9043 or visit http://www.ageoptions.org.
Rosalind Franklin Community Care Connection Complimentary Health Screenings Tues, September 5th & October 10th 10:00 am - 1:00 pm.at Park Place. AARP Safety Driving Mon, September 18th & Tues, September 19th Tues, October 31st & Wed, November 1st 10:00 am - 2:00 pm RSVP - 847-244-9242. At Park Place. AARP Members $15 Non Members $20 AARP monthly meeting Wed, September 20th & October 18th - 1:00 pm Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine Park Place complimentary foot care Tues, September 19th, October 3rd, & October 24th 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm by appointment. At Park Place. Secretary of State - Super Seniors On the Go Wed, October 25th - 10:00 am - 11:00 am - Reservations are required in advance for the “Rules of the Road.� @ Park Place.
September & October 20% Off All Items $5 and over. Excludes clearance and craft items. One coupon per person. Unique gift ideas, fitness clothing, unusual purses, scented candles, fragrant lotions, fun jewelry, handmade Afghans and much more!
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Smart Phone 101: Understanding and Using your Device: Tuesday, Tuesday, September 19 - 9:30 a.m. iPhone 101: Tuesday, August 22 - 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. $10 fee Tablets 101: Basics of Tablet Use and Operation: Thursday, October 12 - 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. $10 fee
*Register with a credit card or stop in to Park Place to pay in person.
Trouble Shooting & More: Help Desk at the Tech Center! Every Monday from 1:30 – 3:00 p.m. Complimentary
Thank you to everyone who participated in the 2nd annual Waukegan Township Park Place Coloring Contest. This year's winners: 1st - Alice Perez , 2nd - Sabrina Duncan Runner up - Evelyn Bailey & Evelyn Correa
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. Complimentary
Class every Thursdays from 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm at Park Place. Cost: $4.00 per class. Sign up in advance at Park Place. 10 participants needed for class to be held. Wear Comfortable Clothing. Cardio Drumming is a full body exercise but it's a lot of dancing and fun beating to the music. All participants must complete an exercise form at Park Place . Instructor: Terry Shebenik.
Ms. Sabrina Duncan has been volunteering with Waukegan Township for the past year and a half. She is an active participant in our monthly newsletter distribution and the 2nd place winner of our 2017 Stress Relieving Coloring Contest.
Why pay expensive fitness center prices to stay healthy when you can use the Park Place Fitness Room? We have treadmills, elliptical machines, stationary bikes and weight equipment available for you. Please Note: Advance sign up for classes & a medical release form must be on file. Form must be renewed yearly. Fitness Center Hours: Mon 9am - 7pm. / Tues, Wed, Fri 9am - 4:30pm. / Thurs 9am - 8pm & Sat 9am - 3pm
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. MONDAY *SeniorSize - 9:15 a.m. *SeniorSize -10:15 a.m. *Chicago Soul Dancing - 5:30 p.m. ($2) *Yoga/Meditation 4:30 p.m.
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
*Walk Fit 9:00 a.m.
*Advanced SeniorSize 9:15 a.m.
*Country Line Dancing 10:00a.m.
*Yoga/Meditation 10:15 a.m.
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
*Advanced SeniorSize 9:15 a.m.
*Zumba 9:00 a.m.
Floor Mat Exercises 9:15 a.m.
*SeniorSize -10:15 a.m.
Floor Mat Exercises 10:00 a.m.
*Walk Fit 10:15 a.m.
Park Place Senior Citizen’s Services Committee:
PRESORT STANDARD US POSTAGE PAID
Chair: Larry Eaker Vice Chair: Gloria Carr Members: Pat Barker, Scott Grubnau, Katie Strawder, and Jeanette Keyes
PALATINE P & DC PERMIT NO. 418
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 Open only for rentals Closed
PARK PLACE 414 S. Lewis Ave. Waukegan, IL 60085 Phone: 847-244-9242 Fax: 847-244-9258 www.waukegantownship.com
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS & CONDOLENCES - Our Thoughts Are With You.
We Remember Seniors who’ve passed away 6/03/17 - 07/30/17 Kenneth Rebholz Voltaire Hawkins 7/14/2017 Bradley Funeral Home Dr. Lucille M. Johnson 6/9/2017 Mary Ann Shinsky 6/21/2017 Bradshaw & Range Funeral Home Jean Patterson-Curry 7/24/2017 Tommie Cosby 7/17/2017 Judith Light 7/10/2017 William Stitt 6/12/2017 Nathaniel M. Johnson 6/14/2017 Juanita Massie 6/19/2017 Florence Bailey 6/21/2017 Michael A. Hooks 6/26/2017 Isaiah Cook 7/7/2017 Mildred L. Garland 7/14/2017 Charlie Mae Foster 7/24/2017 Jean H. Curry 7/24/2017 Jacqueline E. Cunningham 7/30/2017 Congdon & Company Funeral Home Lawrence Angelos 7/17/2017 James Johnson 7/14/2017
Deisler Funeral Home Isabel Hernandez 7/19/2017 Marsh Funeral Home James M. McCann 7/27/2017 Rosa Maria Garcia 6/12/2017 Kaliope Karanikolas 6/13/2017 Kent L. Bristol 6/16/2017 Joan C. Dunn 6/24/2017 Patricia J. Delabre 6/27/2017 Daryl H. Ostrander 7/1/2017 Betty A. Weitendorf 7/9/2017 Martin Paul Johnson 7/14/2017 Cora Sue McDonald 7/17/2017 N.H Scott & Hanekamp Funeral Home Charlotte Cahill 7/20/2017 Peterson & Patch Funeral Home Catherine Kidder 7/5/2017 Thaddeus V. Killian 6/9/2017 Elena Diaz Kidder 6/19/2017 George Samuelin 6/30/2017 Fresia Castillo Soto 7/10/2017 Jean H. Krikorian 7/18/2017 Agnes Matijevich 7/26/2017 Salata Gurnee Funeral Home Robert Podolski 7/17/2017 Robert Deram Walter John Sczygieski 6/5/2017
Gloria Klinesmith 6/22/2017 Kathleen Debevic 7/6/2017 Melvin Nelson 7/13/2017 Frank Sekulich 7/15/2017 Robert C. Podolski 7/17/2017 Robert J. Deram 7/22/2017 The Memorial Chapel of Waukegan Maria Margarita Cheverez-Gracias 6/5/2017 Agustina Santellano 6/15/2017 Jose Rovirosa 6/24/2017 Walter Milton Alvarez 7/18/2017 Adela Adelina R. Rogel 7/25/2017 Westgate Funerals and Tributes Patricia Yolanda Freeman 6/19/2017 Mr. Franklin Everett Jr. 7/10/2017 Bonita Hayes 7/17/2017 Lizzie Lee Scott 7/20/2017 Sharon Epson 7/23/2017 Coping With Grief Group Meets the 2nd Wed of each month 10am - 11am at Park Place