Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. Senior 700 Hamilton Boulevard, Peoria, Illinois 61603 Telephone: (309) 674-2071, Toll Free: 1-877-777-2422 Website: http://www.ciaoa.net Serving Fulton, Marshall, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, and Gazette Woodford Counties

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Dr. Joanne Thomas, PhD, LPC 12 Reasons Why Adults Need Vaccines

August-National Immunization………1 Vaccines aren’t just for kids. Here’s why For additional information about vaccines, contact your health CIAA Annual Meeting-Dr. Sara Rusch- grown-ups need them, too. The best Keynote Speaker... ………………...... 2 department reasons to get vaccinated are to protect Annual Golf Tournament……………..3 Fulton County Health Department yourself and to protect the people around 700 East Oak Street Send Your Kids Back to School with you. Their Vaccines Up to Date…………...4 Canton, Illinois 61520  You may no longer be protected Children and the Flu……………..……5 Office: 309-647-1134

 Getting vaccines helps protect your Don’t Let Lingo Keep You from the Marshall County Health Department Care You Need………………………..6 kids-especially babies too young for 319 6th Street, P.O. Box 156 vaccines Lacon, IL 61540 Senior and the Flu…………………….7 Office: 309-246-8074  Some vaccines are just for adults Don’t Be the Silent Prey: A Success Story……………………..……………..8  You may need them when you travel Peoria City/County Health Department 2116 North Sheridan Road  Everyone needs a flu vaccine, every Living Smart Fall Series…….……….9 Peoria, Illinois 61604

Information & Assistance Advice Clinic year Office: 309-679-6000 and Cookbook………………………..10  Your kids have set an example Stark County Health Department Using Your Farmers’ Market  You didn’t get fully vaccinated as a 4424 U.S. Highway 34 Bounty……………………………..….11 child Kewanee, Illinois 61443 Do 1 Thing………..……….……..12-13 Office: 309-852-3115  Newer vaccines have been developed EP!C, MSW Health Fair, and Places to  You’re going back to college Tazewell County Health Department Go…, Twitter, & Facebook………....14 21306 Illinois Route 9  You work in the health care Support Groups……………..……….15 Tremont, Illinois 61568-9252 profession Office: 309-925-5511 or 477-2223 U.S. House of Representative, U.S. Senators for IL, IL General  You’re sexually active with a number Woodford County Health Department Assembly, Board of Directors and Council Rosters…………………..….16 of partners 1831 South Main Street

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Office: 309-467-3064 diabetes or other chronic disease.

To Receive Senior Gazette, e-mail Hoangvan (Van) Dinh at Source: www.webmd.com/vaccines [email protected] Fact: People with flu can spread it to others up to about 6 ft. away

through coughs and sneezes! Source: www.cdc.gov/flu Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon “Health Literacy and Health Communication: A Foundation for Community Health”

Sara L. Rusch, M.D. was appointed Regional Dean of the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria in January 2008, becoming the college’s seventh Regional Dean since it was established in 1970.

Dr. Rusch practiced general Internal Medicine in a private practice group from 1981-2001 and as a hospitalist from 2001-2008. She served as the Chair of the Department of Medicine at the University of Illinois College of Medicine at Peoria (UICOMP) from 1995-2008, and held the same position for OSF Saint Francis Medical Center from 1993-2008. She also was the Residency Program Director for the Department of Medicine from 1995-1999 and from 2005-2006. Dr. Rusch served as Governor for the downstate chapter of the largest medical specialty organization in the U.S. – the American College of Physicians – from 2005-2009.

She graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1974 with a BA degree in Molecular Biology and received her medical degree from the University of Wisconsin in 1978. Dr. Sara Rusch, MD, MACP Regional Dean Since becoming Regional Dean, Dr. Rusch has led multiple efforts to improve UICOMP. University of Illinois This includes facility improvements, advancing simulation training, expanding research, College of Medicine at Peoria and building the graduate medical education program. She oversaw the $13 million expansion of the Cancer Research Center, construction of small-group, active-learning spaces to advance medical student education, and transformation of the Donald E. Rager, MD Clinical Skill Laboratory. Under her leadership, UICOMP in partnership with OSF HealthCare, helped in the development, construction and opening of the Jump Trading Simulation & Education Center, a state-of-the-art virtual hospital and medical simulation facility.

Research and educational activities also have grown, including establishment of the Center for Outcomes Research, a residency program in Psychiatry with UnityPoint Health – Methodist, fellowship training programs in cardiovascular disease and gastroenterology, and formal accreditation of a fellowship program in vascular neurology/stroke.

Dr. Rusch is married to Dr. Thomas Cusack, Professor of Radiology at UICOMP. She is mother to seven children and grandmother to six.

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The Aldag The Stafford The Timmes “Because We Award Award Care” Award Awards

2014 CIAA 12th Annual 3 Dr. Laurence Norton Golf Tournament

Coyote Creek Golf Course Friday, August 15, 2014 8201 W. Lancaster Rd. Registration 8:00 am Bartonville, IL Rain Date August 22, 2014

Register Donate Auction Items

SAVE-THE-DATE Central Illinois Agency on Aging (CIAA ) 12th Annual Dr. Laurence E. Norton Golf Tournament. We are seeking your support as an community to play Golf, Sponsor or Volunteer. We will be golfing at the beautiful Coyote Creek Golf Course - a golf course that provides a stimulating, enjoyable and challenging experience for all skill levels. See our website CIAOA.net for more details about registration, sponsorship, and donation opportunities. You can mail donation$ to 2014 CIAA Golf Tournament, 700 Hamilton Blvd., Peoria, Illinois 61603. For BIG TICKET items to be auctioned please contact Renee Razo or JoAnn Olson at 309-674-2071.

Some of This Years Supporters

HUMANA Kindred Hospital-Greater Peoria Specialty Hospital LLC Hecht-Stout Ins. Addus Health Care Roger and Mary Hawk CityLink McDonald’s Restaurant #475-Clark Management, LLC Unity Point Health Methodist Representative David Leitch Congressman Aaron Schrock Dental Arts Laboratory, Inc. CEFCU Leezer Agency Neighborhood House

This golf tournament supports CIAA New Year’s Day Home Delivered Meal program and Faith-Based Meals in the community for homebound seniors.

4 Send Your Kids Back to School with Their Vaccines Up to Date

By Diana Scott, MS Public Information Officer Peoria City/County Health Department

Back-to-school season is near and the Peoria City/County Health Department reminds parents it's the perfect time to make sure kids are up-to-date on their vaccines as they also gather school supplies and back packs.

Getting children all of the vaccines recommended by CDC’s immunization schedule is one of the most important things parents can do to protect their children’s health—and that of classmates and the community. Schools require children to be current on vaccinations to protect the health of all students.

Today’s childhood vaccines protect against serious and potentially life-threatening diseases. "Thanks to vaccines, we have seen decreased illness related to vaccine preventable diseases," said Jean Bellisario, Director of Infectious Disease at Peoria City/County Health Department. "But recent outbreaks across the country show the continued importance of keeping vaccination rates high. These illnesses can make children very sick, leading to many days of missed school, missed work for parents, and even hospitalization and death. Vaccines are safe and effective and vaccine preventable diseases are still a threat."

"In the last few years we've seen cases of pertussis, or whooping cough, and chickenpox in Peoria County. We've also seen cases of measles reported in Central Illinois. Without vaccines, these numbers would be much, much higher," Bellisario said. "That’s why kids still need vaccines."

When children are not vaccinated, they are at increased risk of disease and can spread diseases to others in their classrooms and community—including babies who are too young to be fully vaccinated, and people with weakened immune systems due to cancer and other health conditions.

Check with your child’s healthcare provider or your health department to find out what vaccines they need this year.

For more information on important Public Health issues, visit the Peoria City/County Health Department website at www.pcchd.org

2116 N. Sheridan Rd. • Peoria, Illinois • PH: 309/679-6000 FAX: 309/679-6609 • TDD: 800/526-0844 (hearing impaired only) www.pcchd.org

What is influenza (also called flu)?

The flu is a contagious respiratory illness caused by influenza viruses that infect the nose, throat, and lungs. It can cause mild to severe illness, and at times can lead to death. The best way to prevent the flu is by getting a flu vaccine each year. Signs and symptoms of flu

People who have the flu often feel some or all of these signs and symptoms:

 Fever* or feeling feverish/chills

 Cough

 Sore throat

 Runny or stuffy nose

 Muscle or body aches

 Headaches

 Fatigue (very tired)

 Some people may have vomiting and diarrhea, though this is more common in children than adults.

*It’s important to note that not everyone with flu will have a fever. How flu spreads

Most experts believe that flu viruses spread mainly by droplets made when people with flu cough, sneeze or talk. These droplets can land in the mouths or noses of people who are nearby. Less often, a person might also get flu by touching a surface or object that has flu virus on it and then touching their own mouth, eyes or possibly their nose.

5 Children and the Flu

Children are at higher risk for the flu because their immune systems are not fully developed. Children with chronic

health conditions are at even higher risk of getting the flu and experiencing complications.

 Children 6 months and older should get the flu vaccine.

 Children younger than 6 months cannot get the flu vaccine. Get vaccinated

yourself and follow our prevention tips to keep them healthy.

 Parents and caregivers of children younger than 5 or with chronic health

conditions should get the flu vaccine.

 If your child is younger than 5 or has any chronic health conditions and

experiences flu-like symptoms contact a health care provider as soon as possible.

Why are children at higher risk for getting the flu?

Children are more likely to get the flu or have flu-related complications because their immune systems are still developing. A recent CDC study shows that treating children with the flu can be costly. Each year in the U.S. an average of 20,000 children under the age of 5 are hospitalized for flu-related complications. During the 2011-12 flu season, 26 deaths in children were reported to CDC. Severe flu-related complications are most common in children younger than 2. Young children, 6 months to 5 years, are at risk of febrile seizures. Children with chronic health conditions such as asthma and diabetes have an extremely high risk of developing serious flu-related complications.

How do I protect my child from the flu?

Vaccination is the best protection against the flu. Everyone 6 months of age and older should get the vaccine as soon as it becomes available. Vaccination is especially important for children:  Between 6 months and 5 years old  With a chronic health condition like asthma, diabetes, or heart disease

Some children between 6 months and 8 years old require two doses of flu vaccine. The second dose should be given at least 28 days after the first dose. Your child’s health care provider can tell you whether two doses are recommended for your child.

If you need help paying for your child’s flu vaccine, the Vaccines for Children program can provide assistance. Because children are at an increased risk of getting pneumonia, a complication of the flu, talk to a health care provider about the pneumococcal vaccine. The pneumococcal vaccine will protect your child against pneumonia. In addition, follow our every day steps to keep your family healthy this flu season.

Source: http://www.flu.gov/at-risk/children/index.html

6 Don’t Let Lingo Keep You from the Care

You Need

By Patrick Harness Health Alliance Medicare

When I was (considerably) younger, I read that a concert I wanted to attend was “SRO.” I was certain that meant

“Sold Right Out,” and there was no way we could go. I was disappointed, but hey, you can’t win them all. Years later a friend told me another show was “SRO,” and I only then found out it meant “Standing Room Only.” My misunderstanding became the source of much merriment.

Industry -specific terms, acronyms and lingo are common in almost every business. I know the health insurance business has a lot, but have you ever heard two electricians talk? What about computer repair technicians? It’s all foreign to me.

Terminology, acronyms and lingo are simply shortcuts for information-sharing between people in the same business.

They are not meant to exclude others, but they do. The difference between the terms “copayment” and “coinsurance” can seem small, unless you are the person paying the bill. So, what can we insiders do to lessen the impact and be more inclusive?

About two years ago, Health Alliance started an internal plain language push. We took a close look at our written materials —brochures, guidebooks, letters, our website and more—and realized we could make things easier to understand. We simplify or explain industry lingo, without losing the important information.

If you’re on the receiving end of lingo, stop and ask for clarification. If that is not possible, jot down a note so you can follow up on your own. This is especially important with your health care. Make sure you understand what your doctors tell you. They are insiders to the medical world, so they might not realize you need more explanation. Always ask questions if you’re confused. Your doctor will appreciate you taking the time to make sure you understand so you can take good care of yourself.

I am sure some of you are frightened to know I am learning how to text on my smartphone. Many of you are familiar with this digital language and its acronyms and lingo, but it’s new to me. Don’t worry, I was pointedly told “LOL” doesn’t mean “lots of love.” LAL (Live and Learn).

Patrick Harness is a community liaison for Health Alliance Medicare. For more information on Health Alliance Medicare, go to HealthAllianceMedicare.org or Call 1-888-382-9771, TTY/TDD 711 or 1-800-526-0844 (Illinois Relay).

Seniors and the Flu 7

Because your immune system weakens as you age, adults age 65 years and older are more susceptible to the flu. It is important all seniors get the flu vaccine.

 You have two options for vaccination: the regular dose flu shot and the high-dose shot that results in a stronger immune response. Talk to your health care provider to decide which one is right for you.

 If you have flu-like symptoms, contact your health care provider immediately.

 Since you are at high risk for flu-related complications, your doctor may prescribe antiviral medications if you get the flu.

Why does being older than 65 put me at higher risk for getting the flu? As you age, your immune system weakens. This

weakening makes seniors—adults 65 years and older— more susceptible to the flu. For seniors, the seasonal flu can be very serious, even deadly.

Ninety percent of flu-related deaths and more than half of flu-related hospitalizations occur in people age 65 and older.

How can I protect myself from the flu? I have the flu, what should I do? Get the flu vaccine as soon as it is available in your area. If you develop flu-like symptoms, contact Getting the flu vaccine protects you and prevents you from your health care provider immediately. spreading the flu to your spouse, children, or grandchildren. Since you are at high risk for flu-related You have two options for vaccination—the regular dose flu complications, your health care provider shot and the higher-dose flu shot designed specifically for may prescribe antiviral medications to people 65 and older. Both vaccines protect against the same help make your symptoms less severe and three flu viruses. The higher-dose vaccine should result in a make you feel better faster. stronger immune response. Talk to your health care provider about which vaccine is right for you. In addition to getting the flu vaccine, you should follow our Will Medicare cover my flu vaccine? everyday steps to keep yourself healthy this flu season. Yes, Medicare will cover the flu vaccine once every flu season.

Source: http://www.flu.gov/at-risk/seniors/

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8 Don’t Be the Silent Prey: A Success Story From The Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

From Lee Linwood The Liaison of the LTCOP Many senior citizens experience physical abuse in their homes and often seek help through Adult Protective Services. But who would an elderly resident residing in a nursing home call when this type of abuse occurs from the hands of a family member? The answer is the Long Term Care Ombudsman Program (LTCOP).

Unfortunately, physical abuse by a family member does occur in nursing homes, and this Long Term Care Ombudsman (LTCO) experienced such a case first hand. Thanks to the vigilance of the nursing home staff, LTCOP was contacted when a CNA reported to her superiors that she witnessed the husband of a female resident slap the resident across the face and verbally berated the individual while visiting her in her own room. At the time of the incident, staff removed the abuser from the resident’s room, and he was escorted from the premises.

The LTCO met with the resident within 24 hours of the call, and established that the resident was incapable of giving consent, so LTCO was able to advocate on behalf of the resident. The LTCO met with the appropriate staff to discuss a strategy for keeping this resident safe and free from harm. First, it was decided that the family be contacted about the incident and inform them that the husband of the resident could only visit in a supervised setting at the facility. That means that the couple would have to visit in a public area and not in the resident’s room. Secondly, should another attempt by the husband occur, he would be

banned from the facility altogether and the authorities would be notified.

When contacted by facility staff, the family informed the staff that the abuser appears to be suffering from some form of dementia and is not always aware of his actions. They were in total agreement with the supervised visits and consequences of violation of the agreement. However, they were not certain the abuser would understand these parameters and pursued psychiatric assessment for him.

Since this safety plan was put in place, LTCO learned that the resident is currently under the care of Hospice, and will be monitored even more closely by trained staff from outside the facility.

This case illustrates the value of the LTCOP in assisting residents in nursing homes who do not have a voice obtain the protection of their right to be free from abuse. Furthermore, the networking and open communication between LTCOP and facility staff assure that resident’s needs are addressed in a timely manner with safeguards put in place to avoid future volatile incidents.

Long Term Care Ombudsman Program

If you or know someone need Information and Assistance, please contact

6 counties area: Fulton, Marshall, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell and Woodford 309-637-3905

Hotline: 1-800-252-8966

CENTRAL ILLINOIS AGENCY ON AGING SNACKS PROVIDED 700 Hamilton Boulevard

LIVING SMART FALL SERIES

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September 2nd—Using Your Mind to Manage Symptoms September 9th—Exercising for Fun and Fitness, September 16th—Exercising for Flexibility and Strength: Warm-Up/Cool-Down September 23rd—Exercising for Endurance: Aerobics Activities September 30th—Exercising Tips for People with Specific Chronic Illness October 7th— Finding Resources

TIME 3:00 pm —4:00 pm

DATE September 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

RSVP Linda Tatum at (309) 674-2071

Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. 10 Information & Assistance Department

September Advice Clinics

Where: Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc.

700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603 Got Questions? nd When: Tuesday, September 2 from 10:00 am– 11:00 am

th and Tuesday, September 16 from 2:00 pm—3:00 pm Every First and Third Tuesdays of the Month Bring your questions about your needs and community resources to our advice clinic. Let us tell you about what’s available in our six-county area. Example include, but are not limited to:

 License Plate Discounts  Bus Passes  Community Education  Caregiver Assistance  Food Pantries  Housing  Nutrition Programs  Transportation  Medicare Part D  Relatives as Parents Program  Grandparents Raising Grandchildren

For additional information and assistance you may contact us at: 309-674-2071

We have prepared a taste-tempting cookbook featuring over 350 favorite recipes from members of our community in the counties of Fulton, Marshall, Peoria, Stark, Tazewell, & Woodford.

Available for $15.00

These cookbooks contain special pages of interest in our community, notable People, helpful Cooking hints, and over 350 recipes including family favorites past down through many generations, such as Appetizers & Beverages, Soups & Salads, Sides & Main Dishes, Cookies & Candy and the special This & That Category.

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USING YOUR FARMERS’ MARKET BOUNTY 11

By Esther Thompson Transition Engagement Specialist

August is one of the most prolific months for summer harvesting. There is an endless list of things you can make to nourish yourself and your family. Going to the Farmers’ Market is an experience for all your senses. The smells of fruits and vegetables permeate the grounds where the Market is. The hotter the weather, the more exhilarating the smells. Some of the beautiful fruits and vegetables that are harvested in August are: Raspberries, Blueberries; Peaches; Tomatoes; Chilies and Peppers; Onions; Sweet corn; Potatoes; and Apples; and Melons, including watermelons, cantaloupe, and honeydew melons.

Melons are my favorite summer treats. There are so many things that you can do with melons. You can scoop some cottage cheese into a cantaloupe that is cut in half for an energizing and filling lunch. I also love to use a melon baller to make melon balls of cantaloupe and honeydew melons and freeze them. I eat the frozen fruit like candy. I love seedless watermelons for unusual seasonal treats. I often put watermelon flesh in a blender with a small amount of chili pepper and make a cold drink out of it. The watermelon is the thirst quencher, and the chili helps you sweat, which also is your body’s way of cooling itself off. No wonder the people of Asia, Africa, Mexico and South America are so fond of chilies. The 'heat' of chilies is painful and as a result it causes the brain to produce the pleasure chemical endorphin as an antidote. As a result it's possible to have a chili 'high' and to become addicted to chilies. Chilies are known to contain a lot of vitamin C and also help in the metabolism of iron from non-animal sources. They also have a great antibacterial power. However, chilies are also fruit and in their fresh state they have a fruity aroma and flavor and, often enough, the hotter the chili the more pronounced the fruity aroma is. (Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/1736303). Of course, no picnic is complete without a bowel of watermelon, cantaloupe, and honeydew in a bowl cut from a large watermelon.

Enjoy the Season’s eatings!

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14 Places to Go ...

Now begins the diligent work of educating our individuals, families and Things to See community about our mission-driven, person-centered service provision. We To see what’s happening in will proudly lead our agency into the challenges and changes that face the Peoria, visit these websites:

Human Services field. We are members of a field that invests time, talent and Hult Health treasure into focusing on peoples’ Education Center capabilities, building skills such as job readiness and enhancing quality of Seniors on the Go 5215 N. Knoxville Avenue place by supporting people in homes where their family lives. Peoria, IL 61614 692-6650 www.hult-health.org We are thrilled to be a resource and home for hundreds of individuals and con- tinue to be advocates for helping them share their voice and abilities with their Peoria Riverfront Museum communities. We take seriously our responsibility to those we serve, their fam- 222 S.W. Washington St. ilies and friends, and our community. We appreciate your continued support Peoria, IL 61602 and hope you will join us on the exciting journey we have ahead of us by at- 686-7000 www.peoriariverfrontmuseum.org tending events, volunteering, sharing our mission and entertaining conversa- tions about the importance of social services agencies in our community. Peoria Park District Julia Kim Cornwell, CEO Luthy Botanical Gardens EP!C Owens Center Forest Park Nature Center 2218 N. Prospect Road Peoria, IL 61603 MSW Projects of Henry, IL 682-1200 Marshall –Stark-Woodford Senior Nutrition Program www.peoriaparks.org

Marshall-Stark Public Transportation Program Health Fair on Friday, September 19th from 1-4pm RiverPlex Wellness & St. Mary’s Center Recreation Center 600 NE Water Street 1301 Second St. Peoria, IL 61603 Henry, IL 282-1700 www.riverplex.org Additional information, contact 309-364-2287

Peoria Civic Center Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. (CIAA) and Heart of 201 SW Jefferson Avenue Illinois-Aging and Disability Resource Center at CIAA now Peoria, IL 61602 673-8900 has a twitter account, and we invite you to follow us www.peoriaciviccenter.com @EventsCIAA for all upcoming events and news.

Central Illinois Agency on Aging is now on Facebook and our fan base is on an upward trend. CIAA wants Facebook to be a place where our fans/those we serve and those interested in what we do as an agen- cy can come to find information and updates that pertains to those that visit our page or for those wanting to know more about our services and programs. CIAA also wants to know what you/our fans would like to know more about. ? Please email Lorie Pence, Director of Outreach & Community Services at [email protected] with your thoughts/ideas. Thanks to all of our fans and continue to let others know about CIAA’s Facebook page and all that CIAA does.

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Alzheimer’s Association Bradley University

Counseling, Research & Training Clinic Marshall County Caregiver Support Group Meetings Heartland Health Care Center 1650 Indian Town Road, Henry, Illinois The Caregiver Program provides emotional support to help family 4th Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. 309-364-3905 caregivers and grandparents raising grandchildren raising cope with

their caregivers roles, and/or develop and strengthen their capacities Stark County for better social and personal adjustments. Meet other caregivers Toulon Healthcare Center and grandparents raising grandchildren, learn how to self-care, and RR 1, Highway 17 East, Toulon, Illinois learn how to be there without always “being there”. There is NO 3rd Monday, 3 p.m. 309-286-2631 CHARGE for services; however, contributions are accepted.

Tazewell County Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Apostolic Christian Restmor, Inc. First and Third Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) 1500 Parkside Ave., Morton, Illinois Central Illinois Agency on Aging, 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603 3rd Thursday, 1:30 p.m. Facilitator: Amy Dunton 309-284-1416 Hispanic Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Last Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) Pekin Hospital - SNF Friendship House, 800 NE Madison Peoria, IL 61603 600 S. 13th Street, Pekin, Illinois Facilitator: Paige Minter 2nd Wednesday, 2 p.m. Fon du Lac Park District GRG Support Group 309-353-0925 First Thursday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.)

Fondulac Park District, 500 Springfield Road East Peoria, Il 61611 Peoria County Facilitator: Amy Dunton Apostolic Christian Skylines Peoria Caregiver Support Group 7023 N. Skyline Drive, Peoria, Illinois Fourth Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) Central Illinois Agency on Aging, 700 Hamilton Boulevard Peoria, IL 61603 1st Tuesday, 5:30 p.m. Facilitator: Nargis Khan, NCC, LCPC 309-691-8091 HCR Heartland Healthcare of Peoria Caregiver Support Group Lutheran Hillside Village Second Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) 6901 N. Galena Road, Peoria, Illinois Heartland Healthcare, 5600 Glen Elm Drive Peoria, IL 61603 3rd Tuesday, 6 p.m. Facilitator: Paige Minter 309-689-2180 Liberty Village Caregiver Support Group

Second Monday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) St. Paul’s Episcopal Cathedral Liberty Village of Peoria, 6906 North Stalworth Drive Peoria, IL 61615 3601 North Street, Peoria, Illinois Facilitator: Nargis Khan, NCC, LCPC 3rd Tuesday, 1:30 p.m. Washington Christian Village Caregiver Support Group 309-286-2631 Third Thursday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) Washington Christian Village, 1201 Newcastle Road Washington, IL 61571 Facilitator: Paige Minter Pearce Community Center –Chillicothe HCR Heartland Healthcare of Canton Caregiver Support Group (Respite Available) Fourth Monday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) 610 W. Cedar Street, Chillicothe, Illinois Heartland Healthcare, 2801 North Main Street Canton, IL 61520 2nd Tuesday, 2:00 p.m. Room 210 Facilitator: Amy Dunton 309-351-9774 Miller Senior Center Caregiver Support Group Second Wednesday of the month (2:00-3:30 p.m.) th Men’s Only Support Group Miller Senior Center, 551 South 14 Street Pekin, IL 61554 606 West Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614 Facilitator: Amy Dunton 3rd Tuesday, 10 a.m. Rosewood Care Center Caregiver Support Group First Wednesday of the month (1:00-2:30 p.m.) 309-681-1100 Rosewood Care Center, 1500 West Northmoor Road Peoria, IL 61614 Facilitator: Paige Minter PALZ Support Group (Activities available for loved ones with dementia) 606 W. Glen Avenue, Peoria, Illinois 61614 For more information, call (309) 677-3189 or visit 2nd Thursday, 4:00 p.m. www.bradley.edu/sites/caregiver Please call ahead to register

309-681-1100 Co-sponsored by Central Illinois Agency on Aging and Bradley University U.S. House of Representatives Congressman Aaron Schock Congresswoman Cheri Bustos 100 NE Monroe, Room 100 3100 N. Knoxville Ave., Suite 205 Peoria, IL 61602 Peoria, IL 61603 (309)671-7027, Fax (309)671-7309 (309)966-1813 U.S. Senators for Illinois Senator Richard J. Durbin Senator Mark S. Kirk 525 South 8th Street 607 East Adams, Suite 1520 Springfield, IL 62703 Springfield, IL 62701 (217)492-4062, Fax (217)492-4382 (217)492-5089, Fax (217)492-5099 Illinois General Assembly Senator Darin LaHood (37th District) Rep. David Leitch (73rd District) Rep. Jehan Gordon-Booth (92nd District) 5415 N. University, Suite 105 5407 N. University, Arbor Hall, Suite B 300 E. War Memorial Drive, Suite 303 Peoria, IL 61614 Peoria, IL 61614 Peoria, IL 61614 (309)693-4921, Fax (309)693-4923 (309)690-7373, Fax (309)690-7376 (309)681-1992, Fax (309)681-8572

Senator Dave Koehler (46th District) Rep. Mike Unes (91st District) Rep. Keith Sommer (106th District) 400 NE Jefferson, Suite 200 19 S. Capitol Street 121 W. Jefferson Peoria, IL 61603 Pekin, IL 61554 Morton, IL 61550 (309)677-0120, Fax (309)346-4650 (309)620-8631, Fax (309)349-3046 (309)263-9242, Fax (309)263-8187

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Paul Flynn, Chair Robert Mueller, Chair Vicki Hoke, Vice -Chair Barry Beck, Vice-Chair Joan Cheatham, Secretary Jean Aldag, Treasurer Wanda Aberle, Secretary Zenobia Alexander Maxine Blane Dereada J. Amos Cheryl Diegel David Baker Joyce H. Francis Steve Buttice A. Jeanne Graham Thomas Eckert Philip Girgurich Beverly Grimes Francis Hackwith Rose Marie Hasler Roger Hawk Robert Johnson Shirley Horwedel Mary Frances Prayne Joyce Jackson Denny Rewerts Central Illinois Agency on Aging, Inc. does not discriminate Maggie Jenkins Raymond Russ in admission to programs or activities to treatment of Donald Koski Patricia Trickle employment in programs or activities in compliance with Cindy Levingston Keith Wagy the Illinois Human Rights Act, the U.S. Civil Rights Act, Charles Owens Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Age Leslie Pulfer Discrimination Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Bernard Riley Act, and the U.S. and Illinois Constitutions. If you feel you Martha Ross have been discriminated against, you have a right to file a Marilyn Sloan-Couch complaint with the Illinois Department on Aging. For Roger Sparks information, call 1-800-252-8966 (Voice & TDD), Jerry Vanderheydt or Joanne Thomas, President/CEO, Central Illinois Agency Margarie Winters on Aging, Inc. Roger Wiseman