Northeastern Illinois
Will County resources
Fast-growing county with expanding senior services in Joliet, Plainfield, and Bolingbrook.
Area Agency on Aging: AgeOptions
County seat: Joliet. Your Area Agency on Aging is the single best first call for in-home services, caregiver support, and benefits screening.
Listings serving Will County
- Caregiver supportSenior services
Alzheimer's Association — Illinois Chapter
Statewide
24/7 helpline, care consultations, support groups, and education programs for families across Illinois.
Eligibility: Open to anyone affected by dementia
Cost: Free
Verified August 2026
- Senior servicesArea Agency on AgingFinancial assistance
Illinois Department on Aging — Senior HelpLine
Statewide
Statewide entry point for benefits, in-home services, the Community Care Program, and referral to your Area Agency on Aging.
Cost: Free
Verified August 2026
- Legal assistanceSenior services
Illinois Adult Protective Services Hotline
Statewide
24-hour hotline for reporting suspected abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation of an older adult.
Cost: Free
Verified August 2026
- Senior servicesMealsTransportationCaregiver support
Senior Services Center of Will County
Joliet, IL 60432
Meals on Wheels, transportation, caregiver programs, and benefits assistance in Will County.
Cost: Free or donation-based
Verified August 2026
- Legal assistance
Illinois Legal Aid Online
Statewide
Free plain-language legal information and referrals on powers of attorney, guardianship, and long-term care in Illinois.
Cost: Free
Verified August 2026
- Legal assistanceAssisted livingMemory care
Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program
Statewide
Advocacy for residents of nursing homes, assisted living, and supportive living facilities, including complaint resolution.
Cost: Free
Verified August 2026
- Financial assistanceSenior services
Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP)
Statewide
Free, unbiased counseling on Medicare, supplements, drug coverage, and long-term care insurance.
Cost: Free
Verified August 2026
- Financial assistanceTransportation
Illinois Benefit Access Program
Statewide
Income-based benefits including reduced-fare transit and license plate discount for eligible older adults.
Eligibility: Age 65+ or qualifying disability, income limits apply
Cost: Free to apply
Verified August 2026
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