ADULT DAY SERVICES Alternative offers a structured environment and therapeutic programming for senior adults who require supervision, support and stimulation during the day.  Call (847) 480-2727 for additional information.

AFFORDABLE HOUSING The City of Highland Park Housing Commission has contracts to manage several affordable housing units in the community.   For information about eligibility requirements, property locations and waiting lists, contact the City of Highland Park.  Call (847) 432-0800.

DENTAL CARE The Illinois State Dental Society matches volunteer dentists with patients for the purpose of providing dental care.  Persons with limited income directly related to a disability, advanced age or a serious medical condition that restricts access to needed dental care may qualify.  Call the Illinois Foundation of Dentistry for Handicapped at (800) 893-8976.

The Dental House Call program from the Illinois State Dental Society transports dental equipment directly to the home of patients who are homebound or in a care facility.  Dentists charge for services but may offer discounts.  Call (312) 440-8976.

FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE Contact Moraine Township (847)432-3240) to determine your eligibility for financial assistance.  Options include:  

General Assistance and Emergency Assistance are state-regulated functions of the Office of the Township Supervisor. Help may be granted to resident individuals requiring financial aid to assure basic life necessities such as shelter, food, utilities, drugs, health and safety. 

Low-Income Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) provides credits towards electric and/or gas bills

Circuit Breaker Grants provide low-income seniors and disabled residents with yearly grants to help pay property taxes, license plate fees and pharmaceutical expenses. 

FOOD & NUTRITION Mobile Meals are available for delivery 5 days a week through Highland Park Hospital.  Mobile Meals available for purchase include a hot lunch, plus a sandwich for dinner.  Call 847-480-2727. 

The Moraine Township food pantry is available year-round for needy residents. Hours are Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:00 AM to Noon and 1:00 to 3:00 PM. Flexible times and days provide for emergencies. (847)432-3240

EMPLOYMENT HIRE Senior is an employment referral service for seniors who seek employment. Call the HP Senior Center for additional informationm (847) 432-4110.

EYECARE Seniors EyeCare services is available for adults 65+ who have not seen an ophthalmologist in three or more years and who do not have eyecare insurance.  Eligible persons may receive a comprehensive medical eye exam and up to one year of treatment for any condition diagnosed during the initial exam, with no out-of-pocket expenses.  Call 800-222-EYES.

Glaucoma EyeCare services is available for adults 65+ who have not seen as ophthalmologist in three or more years, are at increased risk for glaucoma and do not have eyecare insurance.  Eligible persons receive a glaucoma eye exam and the initiation of treatment if necessary. Call 800-222-EYES.

FREE DELIVERY OF LIBRARY BOOKS The Highland Park Library offers free delivery of books for the mobility impaired (847) 432-0216. 

HANDICAPPED PERMITS The Highland Park Police Department provides temporary handicapped permits. Applications for a permanent handicapped placard are obtained through the Office of the Illinois Secretary of State.

HEALTH & WELLNESS The Lake County Health Center in Highland Park provides a wide variety of patient care, consultation & assessments for qualified residents. 

The Illinois Department of Public Aid offers financial assistance for Medicare premiums, deductibles as well as co-insurance to low income Medicare beneficiaries. Call IDPA at (847)338-5212 for an application.

Medical equipment and supplies are available for loan through the HP Senior Center Loan Closet.  Items include walkers, canes, commodes, bath benches, and more (847) 432-4110 .   

Free Blood Pressure checks are available:
HP Fire Stations daily from 8am-12pm and 2-5pm
HP Senior Center the 1st Monday of the month from 10:45am-11:45am

INDEPENDENT LIVING The Highland Park Senior Center can refer homebound seniors to resources that can help with the normal activities of independent living such as transportation, grocery shopping, social support and handyman chores(847) 432-4110 .

LEISURE The HP Senior Center offers a wide variety of educational lectures, social events, luncheons, special interest classes, exercise programs, trips and tours, and intergenerational programs throughout the year (847) 432-4110.

MEDICAL BILLING & PAPERWORK ASSISTANCE SHIP volunteers at the HP Senior Center 1) help interpret and resolve bills with medical bills, Medicare, Medicare Supplemental Insurance; 2) explain the Medicare supplements available: 3) review and explain long term care policies; and 4) explain the new Part D Medicare Prescription Drug Plan.  Call the HP Senior Center to make an appointment (847) 432-4110 .

IRS-trained VITA volunteers provide assistance completing basic federal and state tax.  VITA is designed to benefit persons with limited income, persons with disabilities and persons 50 years and older.  Call the HP Senior Center to make an appointment (847) 432-4110 . 

NOTARY PUBLIC Notary Publics are available free of charge at Moraine Township and the City of Highland Park.

PERSONAL & HOME SAFETY The Highland Park Police Department offers courtesy well-being checks for elderly and at-risk residents during periods of sustained extreme weather and temperatures.  To register, call the HP Police non-emergency number at (847) 926-1797. 

A joint program between Moraine Township & the Highland Park Fire Department offers free smoke & carbon monoxide detectors to qualified senior, handicapped, and low-income residents. Annual battery replacements for the detectors are also available. While in the house, the Fire Department can also conduct a safety survey and provides suggestions to residents for ways they can improve their safety in the house. Please call the Fire Prevention Bureau at (847) 926-1075.

Eligible residents can get assistance with Personal Emergency Response Systems through Moraine Township. 

REAL ESTATE EXEMPTIONS Contact the Moraine Township Assessor’s office at (847)432-2100 to ensure you are receiving every exemption to which you are entitled. Adults 65+ are eligible for the Senior Exemption in addition to the General Homestead Exemption. Tax Deferral Program allows Adults 65+ to defer payment of part or all of the property taxes on their homes. Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption freezes the real estate assessment for eligible adults  65+.

REDUCED FEES for CITY SERVICES Resident households who qualify under the federal HUD low-income rates are eligible for reduced rates on services such as garbage, sewer, diseased elm tree removal and vehicle sticker fees.  Contact the City of Highland Park (847) 432-0800.  

SOCIAL SERVICES Licensed social workers at the HP Senior Center (847) 432-4110 and Highland Park Police Social Services Department (847) 926-1797 provide short-term counseling for issues related to eldercare, death & loss, aging parent/child relations, substance abuse, housing, etc.  Home visits, referrals and resources for residents in financial need are also available.

Telephone reassurance and a friendly visitor program are available through the HP Senior Center.

The following support groups meet at the HP Senior Center:
Widow/Widowers Group on Tuesdays @ 1:30pm
Low Vision Group on the 2nd Friday every other month @ 10am
Adult Dependent Children on the 2nd Thursday of the month @ 10am.

TRANSPORTATION There are several transportation services available to Adults 65+ and handicapped or disabled residents:

Moraine Door-to-Door vans provide low cost transportation to and from medical appointments for seniors, disabled and low income residents. Moraine Township is also your link to RTA Users Travel Cards that can be used for free travel on RTA-funded transportation.
Lastly, Moraine Township provides a Taxi Coupon Program for seniors and disabled residents, contributing $3 to taxi ride fees. For further information on all Moraine Township tax programs, call (847) 432-3240.

Pace offers transportation for persons with disabilities.  In order to receive service, call (312) 663-4357 to request an application and schedule a site visit.  Upon approval, service may be requested 24 hours in advance.

The Senior Center Shuttle Service is available to and from the Central Ave. parking lot and the HP Senior Center.  A call box at the entrance to the parking lot can be used to request a ride.

The City of Highland Park offers a Senior Connector bus which operates Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. -3:30 p.m. and is available for use by residents 50 years and older.  The bus is handicapped accessible, and the route is a continuous circuit, with stops at most locations every hour.  For further information, call (847) 432-4110. 

For a schedule & further information on Senior Connector, click here

VOTING BY MAIL The Lake County Clerk can explain your options when you are unable to vote in person on Election Day. Call (847) 377-2313 for further information.