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Project Lifeline

Description:

Provide information and referrals to seniors for the following services:
- Meal delivery program
- Housing options
- Benefits application assistance
- Transportation services (PACE Dial-a-Ride, FISH, taxi subsidies and non-emergency hospital transport)
- Case management
- Friendly Visitor program and social events
- In-home care assistance and caregiver support

Eligibility:

Must be Barrington resident, ages 55 years or older, or a caregiver

Languages:

None

Program Fees:

No fee

Intake Process:

Call for assistance

Documents required: None

Contacts

Phone Numbers

Address Listings

Handicap Accessible?

Yes

Wishlist:

None

Volunteer Opportunities:

1. Senior Health Insurance Program (SHIP) Volunteer - SHIP counselors are trained by the Illinois Division of Insurance to organize and assist in filing Medicare and Medicare Supplement claims and analyze Medicare supplement and long-term-care policies. Counselors also educate consumers and answer questions about Medicare and other health insurance issues. Volunteers must be 55 years & older.

2. Volunteer Drivers - Volunteers drive seniors to the grocery store, pharmacy or to personal care appointments.

3. Home Maintenance - Seniors can often use a helping hand with home maintenance work such as yard work, removing snow or minor home repairs. Volunteers can provide help on an occasional basis or commit to a regular visit.

4. The Friendly Visitor Program - This program matches seniors with a volunteer who visits on a weekly basis. The visit may include help writing letters, shopping, running errands, or simply a cordial visit and conversation.

Contact Name for Volunteer Opportunities - Call 847-381-5030 or email to info@bacoa.org

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Date of Official Change:

November 13, 2024

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