Wayne Township Older Adult Resources

How do I know if I live in Wayne Township?  To find out what township you live in, look at the Hanover Park Township Map or go to the Township Locator page and enter your address.

Wayne Township Senior Services has many opportunities for seniors 55+.  The Wayne Township Senior Center is located at 27W031 North Avenue, West Chicago, IL 60185.  They can be reached at (630) 231-7155.  Office hours are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday.  Membership is free for those older adults who live in Wayne Township.  Folks who live outside of the township boundaries can attend the fee-based day trips at the guest rate.  Overnight trips are the same cost for members and non-members.

Activities offered through the Senior Center can be found on the Senior Center Calendar and include:

• Weekly Exercise Classes
• Card and Dice Games
• Bingo
• Movie Days
• In-House Parties and Presentations
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Crafting
• Day Trips
• Extended Trips
• Senior Newsletter

Wayne Township operates a Lending Closet.  Medical equipment is available on a short-term basis.  A $25 cash deposit is required and refundable upon return of the equipment.  The Township also has Illinois S.H.I.P. (Senior Health Insurance Program) counselors available to educate, advocate, counsel and empower Medicare beneficiaries and their caregivers to make informed healthcare benefit decisions.  Call the Senior Center at (630) 231-7155 to speak with a SHIP Counselor or schedule an appointment.

Additionally, the Township's General Assistance Department offers a number of programs designed to help township residents who are experiencing hardships.  Their staff can help determine eligibility for specific programs, which include Financial Assistance, a Food Pantry and Medical Assistance.  Click HERE for more information on available programs.

Wayne Township provides Dial-A-Ride, a subsidized transportation program service to ALL Wayne Township residents.  The Dial-A-Ride program provides residents with curb-to-curb transportation service from their home to any location within Wayne or Bloomingdale Township and to certain specific locations.  Visit the Dial-A-Ride page to learn how to register for the program, schedule rides and program costs.

For information on ALL Wayne Township services, visit their website at waynetwp-il.org.