Senior Services Associates invites everyone to for our Aging Advocacy Day Wednesday, May 28, a pivotal event that underscores the power of community engagement in advocating for senior rights and support services. As significant changes to the Older Americans Act loom on the horizon, we find ourselves at a critical juncture where the funding and scope of essential services for our cherished older residents and their caregivers are at risk.
Senior Services keeps a neutral stance with regard to politics. This cause is not partisan; it’s imperative. We are sending a profound call to action that directly affects the well-being of our neighbors. Regardless of political affiliation, when it comes to protecting the rights of seniors, we can all stand united.
On this important day, AgeGuide and our dedicated leadership team from Senior Services will be present at various locations (noted below) to discuss the urgent matters at hand and outline how our community can make a difference. We invite you to attend one of our sessions and lend your voice to this vital cause – together, we can shape a brighter future for senior services in our community.
•McHenry County, 9 a.m., 1407 Three Oaks Road, Crystal Lake. Phone: 815.356.7457.
•North Kane County, 11 a.m., 101 S. Grove Avenue, Elgin. Phone: 847.741.0404.
•South Kane County, 11 a.m., 2111 Plum Street, Aurora. Phone: 630.897.4035.
•Kendall County, 2 p.m., 908 Game Farm Road, Yorkville. Phone: 630.553.5777.
“The impending statewide changes to the Older Americans Act represent a pivotal moment that could significantly impact the lives of seniors in our community. With the funding and scope of this crucial legislation under threat, we must recognize the potential consequences that could ripple through our neighborhoods. At Senior Services Associates, we are committed to advocating for the rights and needs of older adults, and we believe that together, we can ensure their voices are heard and their needs met.” Micki Miller, executive director, Senior Services Associates
— Senior Services Associates