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Programs for Older Adults Brochure
The Evanston Commission on Aging has advocated on behalf of older Evanstonians since 1976. The Commission on Aging consists of 15 individuals who are appointed by the Mayor, and whose mission is to identify the needs of older residents and to develop programs to meet those needs.
The Evanston Commission on Aging has established housing and transportation programs that enhance the ability of seniors to remain in their own homes and advocacy programs that protect the rights of long-term care residents. The Commission sponsors educational forums and provides information about the array of senior services available in Evanston.
Commission staff respond to over 1,000 requests for assistance annually.
Services include:
Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Provides advocacy on behalf of long-term care facility residents to resolve complaints. Program staff and volunteers provide information about resident rights, long-term care options, and information about community resources.
Handyman Program
Basic home maintenance repairs offered to qualifying Evanston seniors living in their own homes.
Subsidized Taxicab Program
Low-cost transportation is available to qualifying seniors and mobility-impaired residents. Coupons cost $2.50 per trip and can be purchased through the City Collector's Office, the Levy Center and the Evanston United Way.
Senior Citizen Discount Card
Seniors ages 65 and older and fulfilling income requirements are eligible to get a Senior Citizen Discount Card. The card currently can be used to receive a 50% discount on Evanston vehicle stickers. Seniors can apply for the card at the Civic Center.
These seniors must have filed their 2006 income taxes returns either singly with an income of $30,000 or under, or jointly with an income of $50,000 or under. Seniors applying for the Discount Card must bring their 2006 tax returns on these dates for income verification. Questions regarding this discount should be directed to the Evanston Commission on Aging at 847-866-2919.
You may also be eligible:
State of Illinois Circuit Breaker Program 
This state program which refunds to eligible senior citizens and persons with disabilities some of the money they paid in property taxes, mobile home taxes or nursing home charges. It also helps
pay for certain prescription medicines.
For more information and income requirements about this program contact:
Circuit Breaker/Pharmaceutical Assistance Division
Dept. of Revenue
P.O. Box 19003
Springfield, Illinois 62794-9003
Phone: 1-800-624-2459
In addition to these programs, information may be obtained about Durable Powers of Attorney and Living Wills from the Commission on Aging. Contact 847-866-2919 for assistance.
HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES 
Aging/Senior Services