The previous time Heleane Battaglia addressed the Orland Fire Protection District board was in October and she and two members of the seven-member Senior Advisory … Read more ›
Seniors
Township’s May seniors celebration is one for the ages
Orland Township is scheduling a month of activity for its celebration of Older Americans Month in May. The month-long event kicks off Tuesday, May 1, … Read more ›
From the community
Hospitals, Community Agencies Working Together to Reduce Readmissions
AgeOptions and a group of community agencies and hospitals have been awarded funding by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) for programs to … Read more ›
From the community
Social Security's Egg Hunt for You
Eggs have long been a symbol of new life in the spring. In America, the Easter egg hunt finds its roots in the 1700s when … Read more ›
From the community
Public Input Sought on Programs and Services for Older Adults
Suburban Cook County residents are encouraged to take part in community forums and provide input for an area-wide plan for services for older adults. AgeOptions, … Read more ›
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Options Counseling: A Place to Start for Older Adults Making Long-Term Plans
Older adults and their families often don’t know where to start or the options available to them when making plans for the future. AgeOptions now … Read more ›
Plans to give ‘appropriate thank you’ to area Korean War vets in the works
Plans are in the works for various south suburban veterans groups to honor Korean War veterans in a May ceremony in Orland Park. Lt. Col. … Read more ›
From the community
Medicare Part B Deadline Approaching
If you didn’t sign up for Medicare Part B medical insurance when you first became eligible for Medicare, you now have an opportunity to apply … Read more ›
From the community
Seniors Enjoy Girl Scout Visit
Individuals staying at of Alden Estates of Orland Park Rehabilitation and Health Care Center for short-term rehab recently enjoyed the company of 12 girl scouts. … Read more ›
From the community
Closing the Hospital Revolving Door
Returning home from a hospital stay can result in unexpected challenges for many older adults, and as a result taxpayers are spending billions of dollars … Read more ›
