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State Department on Aging Hosts Governor’s Conference on Aging
Annual conference brings together professionals who serve older adults CHICAGO — The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) kicked off the first day of the Governor’s Conference on Aging. The three…
Quinn on Aging lease: Don’t ‘hold your breath’
Calling a new lease for the state Department on Aging a mistake, Gov. Pat Quinn Wednesday essentially closed the door on the idea that the agency will move to new…
Aging lease resolution stalled in House
House Republicans were rebuffed Friday in their efforts to have a formal review of a new office lease for the cash-strapped Department on Aging. Republicans and a handful of Democrats…
Illinois Department on Aging focuses on oral history to document stories and learn lessons
Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) director Charles Johnson announced today that oral history is this month’s theme for the year-long campaign 2010: Year of the Engaged Older. Director Johnson is…
Illinois Deptartment on Aging Urges Seniors and People with Disabilities to Apply Online for Circuit Breaker
A new state law has raised income eligibility, so more people qualify for benefits The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) Director Charles D. Johnson announced this year’s online application is…
Deptartment on Aging Urges Civic Involvement and Commitment; Planning Underway for Monthly Events
The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is kicking off efforts for the year-long campaign 2010: Year of the Engaged Older Adult. Last month, Governor Pat Quinn made the call to…
Department on Aging to Assist with New Law to Locate Missing and Endangered Seniors
A new law takes effect Jan. 1 that beefs up the state’s system to help locate elderly people who go missing in Illinois The Endangered Missing Person Advisory Program will…
Department on Aging Provides Tips to Keep Seniors Safe and Warm This Winter
Find how to “Keep Warm” at 1-877-411-WARM or keepwarm.illinois.gov On this first day of winter, Illinois Department on Aging Director Charles D. Johnson is encouraging older people and their families…
State Recognizes Advocates for Outstanding Service to Older Adults
Awards Ceremony Held During 2009 Governor’s Conference on Aging The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) today hosted an awards ceremony to celebrate the efforts of individuals and organizations providing the…
Gov. Quinn Launches Statewide Campaign to Increase Older Adults’ Community Participation
Announcement Made At Annual Governor’s Conference on Aging Gov. Pat Quinn today detailed plans for a year-long campaign that will encourage older adults to engage in community activities. 2010: The…