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SENIOR SERVICES
VETERANS AFFAIRS
- Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
Robert Iverson was called back to active duty. James Lopez is now available at the Des Plaines Community
Senior Center to meet with veterans and their families.
Please call (847) 294-4664 for an appointment.
Veteran’s
Roundtable
10 AM - Frisbie
4th Friday.
You do not have to be a war hero to join in the discussion. All that is required is a dog-tag number. There are no dues just a Thank You Can for the coffee.
A Very Special Thank you to The Members of The Rotary Club of Des Plaines That Helped to Build Our New Medical Closet at Frisbie
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Programs and Services
The following services are offered at the Senior Center on a regular schedule throughout the month. These services are provided in privacy through the
cooperation of community members who volunteer their time and expertise.
See below for days and times. Call (847) 391-5717 for an appointment. Also, check out our Ongoing Activities. (PL) Prairie Lakes Location (FC) Frisbie Center
- Don't like to cook? Tired of eating meals by yourself?
Want to make new friends? Like a daily meal cost that won't break your bank?
Then contact Jill Salinas, Program Manager, at the Frisbie Senior Center to join our daily program. Our delicious, cost - controlled meals are served Monday through Friday at Cumberland Café inside the Frisbie Senior Center. Just call (847) 768-9505to get started “Meeting & Eating”.
We are always trying to improve the Meet & Eat Program. If you would like to learn more about the program or offer ideas for continued improvement, we invite you to attend a meeting of the Cuisine Team. The Cuisine Team are participants of the program who are interested in sharing their ideas. They meet the 2nd Tuesday of every month at the Frisbie Senior Center from 2:30 - 3:00 pm. We hope you can join us.
ASK A NURSE - The first Friday of each month 9 - 10 a.m. - Sponsored by Best Care Home Health. A nurse will be available to answer your personal questions about your medical concerns. The nurses name is Bridgette Oparah. No appointment necessary.
ASK THE NATURAL DOCTOR - last Friday of each month - 11:00 AM to 12:00 noon
A doctor from the Des Plaines Chiropractic Center will answer your questions about natural health care and perform screenings. No appointment necessary.
ASK A BANKER Every 1st & 3rd Monday of each month at 9am. You’re welcome to come and ask the banker any banking question you may have and never had the opportunity to ask. Your session will be confidential with a banker you can trust. No RSVP needed, free service. Sponsored by America United Bank.
BLOOD PRESSURE CHECK - every 1st and 2nd Thursday (PL) every 3rd and 4th Thursday (FC)- 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
A Public Health nurse is available to check blood pressure. No appointment necessary.
Companion Service ADT (Formerly) - now - LIFELINE PROGRAM - Pelase contact Megann or Melissa at the Senior Center for information on this service.
COMMUNITY INFORMATION - second Thursday each month - 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Information on Des Plaines City Services plus assistance with Medicare and Circuit Breaker forms. Taxi cab discount cards can also be obtained.
Call Community Outreach Coordinator Kathy Puetz at (847) 391-5492 .
DENTAL CONSULTATION AND EXAM - third Wednesday each month
- 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM Dr. Barry will be at the center providing dental exams.
FINANCIAL PLANNING - 1st and 3rd Friday of each month - 10:00 AM
Free service. No obligation financial planning options and advice provided.
HEARING AID CLEANING AND CONSULTATION - third Friday each month - 9:30 AM to 11:00 AM Pre-registration suggested.
LEGAL COUNSEL - second Friday of each month - 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM Greg MacDonald, Attorney at Law, will discuss
options in personal and financial matters or make arrangements for drawing up wills or trusts.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program - The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program is again available to adults over 60 who qualify.
This refers to help with your heating bill. Income guidelines are as follows:
| Family Size | 30 Day Income | Help in applying may be obtained at either |
| 1 | $1,123 | Maine Township
1700 Ballard Rd.
Park Ridge,IL
847/297-2510 | CEDA Northwest Self-Help
1300 W. Northwest Hwy.
Mt. Prospect, IL
847/392 2332 |
| 2 | 1,515 |
| 3 | 1,907 |
| 4 | 2,299 |
| 5 | 2,691 |
MEDICAL CLOSET - (PL) Monday thru Friday - 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Rent a variety of medical equipment from the Frisbie Center for only a $10 fee. Equipment can be rented for up to three months and includes canes, crutches, toilet
risings, and walkers. Wheelchairs are also available for $10 per month, $30 for three months.
NOTARY PUBLIC - Notary service will be available at the (PL) Senior Center Monday, Tuesday & Thursday from 10 AM to 2 PM.
PERSONAL COUNSELING - Every Thursday, Linda Kruse, a licensed social worker is available to talk confidentially regarding loneliness, ill health, family problems, stress or other difficulties. Call 847-784-6043 and ask for Linda Kruse. Arrangements will be made to meet you at the Senior
Center from 9:00 AM to Noon. Home visits can also be arranged.
PODIATRIST - Dr. Kibrit is available at the (PL) Center on the 3rd Wednesday of every
month, 8:30am to 10:45am, to trim toenails, corns & calluses. Members pay $25 directly to Dr. Kibrit. Non-members will pay $28.
SENIOR EMPLOYMENT -
Operates at the Senior Center on a regular 2-days-a-week basis. The service is being staffed through CEDA Northwest employment counselor Sam Cory (Tuesdays 12pm to 4pm) and (Wednesdays 9am to 12pm). Contact: Senior
Employment Service at 847-768-5944 ext. 236.
SHARED HOUSING - Please call Eva at the Center of Concern for an appointment - (847) 823-0453 .
VETERANS AFFAIRS - Tuesdays & Thursdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm
James Lopez is available at the Des Plaines Community
Senior Center to meet with veterans and their families. Please call (847) 294-4664 for an appointment.
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