The Agency on Aging Northeastern Illinois is one of 655 Area Agencies on Aging throughout the United States and one of 13 in Illinois. Created by Congress to implement the Older Americans Act, Area Agencies on Aging coordinate a wide variety of services for persons age 60 and older. In 1974, the Illinois Department on Aging designated the Agency on Aging of Northeastern Illinois as the Area Agency on Aging for DuPage, Grundy, Kane, Kankakee, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties. Over 654,000 older adults live in our agency’s eight county service area.
The Agency on Aging is a non-profit organization that works closely with the Administration on Community Living, Illinois Department on Aging and many other agencies to address both the immediate and long range needs of older adults. We are dedicated to advocating for increased services, benefits, and programs for older adults so they can age in place. One of the Agency on Aging’s primary functions is to award funding to local agencies in each county to provide vital Older Americans Act services. The Agency then monitors these services throughout our region to ensure they are of high quality and the funds are spent appropriately.
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About West Chicago, Illinois
West Chicago, a city located in the state of Illinois (IL), is home to a population of approximately 25,632 people. West Chicago boasts a median age of 35.8, with around 15.5% of its residents aged 60 or above. 3% of the population identifies as US Veterans. 9% of West Chicago residents are disabled. The city has an average household income of $92,335, while the unemployment rate stands at 10.4%, and around 12.1% of the population is considered to be living below the poverty level. In terms of housing, the average home value in West Chicago is $293,053, with a monthly rent averaging $1345.
About Cohousing
Cohousing refers to private communities where residents live in clusters of homes or condos close to one another. Cohousing embraces community involvement as a lifestyle. Residents share everything from mealtimes to cleaning and laundry duties and even celebrations and holidays.
Senior cohousing communities are specifically designed to foster strong bonds and a sense of community among residents. These communities provide an opportunity for active seniors to join a close-knit group of individuals who share common interests and values. Living in a senior cohousing community allows you to engage in social interactions with fellow residents, both inside your own private home and within the common areas of the community. The physical layout and design of these communities facilitate easy interaction and encourage neighborly connections.
These communities often offer a range of shared activities and resources, such as craft classes, woodworking workshops, day trips, and extended travel opportunities. The emphasis is on creating an inclusive environment where individuals can bring their own talents, skills, and abilities to contribute to the community.