Bloomingdale Township Senior Services
Michael A. Miliotti Senior Center is open Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The center provides a clean comfortable and safe place for seniors to participate in various activities. The center is also home for the Senior Council of Bloomingdale Township, made up of individuals representing the center as well as other senior organizations. The Senior Council functions as a clearinghouse for activities and information between the township and various other senior groups. Following is a list of services and programs available at the center, for more information please go to
www.bloomingdaletownship.com
- Recreational Activities - Bingo games, card playing outings and overnight tours are regularly featured by the Senior Center. Exercise, ceramic and stained glass/woodworking, are offered weekly. The center is also used by many as a social gathering place.
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Volunteer Opportunities - The Senior Center has a staff of nearly 70 senior citizens who volunteer their time and efforts to perform many necessary tasks; including clerical/reception work, collating and labeling of newsletter, teaching classes, delivering meals.
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The Senior Connection - A free bimonthly newspaper with circulation of over 2500 senior citizens in Bloomingdale Township.
- Congregate Meals - Home delivery of meals to homebound senior citizens is also available.
- Chore Program - In coordination with Bloomingdale Township Youth Service Bureau, several teens are available for home and yard work. In order to take advantage of this program you must register with the Senior Center. Call 630-893-6685.
- Health Services - Blood Pressure testing conducted on second Wednesday of each month, courtesy of All Purpose Nursing, Inc. Flu Shots - Eye Examinations - Prescription Information and Diabetes Tests are administered once a year at the Center. These are offered free of charged by various hospitals, health agencies and pharmacies at the Senior Center.
- Senior Discount Cards- Entitles senior citizens to a 10% discounts from participating merchants throughout Bloomingdale Township. These cards are distributed to residents' aged 60+. Applications must be filled out in person at the Michael A. Miliotti Senior Center.
- Rules of the Road Review Course - In cooperation with the Secretary of State's Office, this program is offered to drivers who are due to renew their driver's licenses. Advance registration is required. No Fee.
- RTA Specials User Passes- Applications and pictures for the bus pass for seniors over the age of 60 are taken free of charge at the Senior Center.
- Income Tax Assistance - Sponsored by the AARP, this service helps senior citizens file their income tax statements and is offered free of charge at the Senior Center from February to April every year.
- Temporary Handicapped Parking Permits - Senior citizens may obtain temporary handicapped parking permits after completion of an application form, which includes their doctor's certification. No Fee.
- Vehicle Stickers - Senior Citizens residing in unincorporated areas of Bloomingdale Township may obtain vehicle stickers, free of charge at the Senior Center. Driver's license and proof of car ownership is required.
- Voter Registration - A registrar is available in the Senior Center. Two forms of identification are required.
