ELDERCARE - Friendly Visitor Program

Address

410 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085

(847) 406-4683

www.eldercarelakecounty.org

Service Hours
Hours vary based on clients and volunteers' schedules

Administrative Hours
Monday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Description:

Offers friendly visits from volunteers for older adults who live alone or are seeking companionship. Offers in-person visits and phone calls.

Eligibility:

Must be Lake County residents ages 60 years or older

Languages:

Spanish

Program Fees:

Set Program Fee:
$10.00 one-time application fee

Intake Process:

Call or visit website to apply. Application and waiver form can be provided by mail or printed from the website.

Documents Required:
- Application, waiver, and application fee (may be submitted by mail or online)

Contacts

Nancy Alongi

Primary Contact

Program Director

Database Contact Person

(847) 406-4683

info@eldercarelakecounty.org

Program Contact Information

Program Contact Information

(847) 406-4683

info@eldercarelakecounty.org

Phone Numbers

Primary Program Phone

(847) 406-4683

Address Listings

Physical (Primary)

410 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085

Mailing

410 Grand Avenue
Waukegan, IL 60085

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

1. Transportation Volunteers - Take elders to medical appointments.
2. Grocery Shopper - Pick up list, to shopping and bring back groceries and help put away.
3. Friendly Visitor - Commit to one hour per week visiting an elder over the phone or in their home.

Contact Name for Volunteer Opportunities: Nancy Alongi at 847-406-4683 or info@eldercarelakecounty.org

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Date of Official Change:

May 9, 2025

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