Elderwerks Senior Resource Directory 2025/2026

WEBSITES FOR SENIORS

United Way/AIRS 211 www.211.org Provides free and confidential information and referral. Helps with food, housing, employment, healthcare, counseling and more. University of Illinois Extension Office web.extension.illinois.edu Provides access to information about a variety of programs for seniors including health care, elder abuse, medical conditions and economics. It also provides links to a variety of other senior resources. Has information that will help seniors conduct business with federal agencies faster and easier. USAJobs www.usajobs.gov The official job site of the United States Federal Government. A one-stop source for federal jobs and employment information. US Department of Housing and Urban Development www.hud.gov Provides a website which includes resources for senior homeowners and homebuyers in Illinois. Information, resources, guidance and detailed directory of all funeral homes across the States. U.S. Dept. of Justice Fraud Task Force www.justice.gov/fraudtaskforce This is the Financial Fraud Enforcement Task Force website. This task force works to improve efforts across the government and with state and local partners to investigate and prosecute significant financial crimes, ensure just and effective punishment for those who perpetrate financial crimes, recover proceeds for victims and address financial discrimination in the lending and financial markets. USA.gov www.usa.gov US Funerals Online www.us-funerals.com

VA Caregiver Support www.caregiver.va.gov/care_veterans.asp Information and resources on adult day health care centers, home hospice care, homemaker & home health aides, home telehealth, respite & skilled care, remote monitoring care, and more. Veterans Administration www.va.gov Information on services and programs offered through the Veterans Administration including general benefit information, education and training for veterans with links to organizations, staff and offices. Also, chock-full of charity information. This site is available in Spanish. Confidential chat available online. Recognize the signs of suicide risk: *Thinking and looking for ways to hurt or kill yourself; talking about death, dying or suicide; self-destructive behavior such as drug abuse, weapons, etc. *The presence of these signs requires immediate attention. Hopelessness, feeling like there’s no way out; anxiety, agitation, sleeplessness, mood swings; feeling like there is no reason to live; rage or anger; engaging in risky activities without thinking; increasing drug or alcohol abuse; withdrawing from family and friends. Veterans Crisis Line www.veteranscrisisline.net 800-273-8255

INTERESTING OR FUN WEBSITES FOR SENIORS AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety https://aaafoundation.org A not-for-profit, publicly supported charitable research and education organization. Conducts research and educates the public about strategies to prevent crashes and reduce injuries when they do occur. Their research reports on Driver Behavior and Performance, Emerging Technologies, Roadway Systems and Drivers, and Vulnerable Road Users can be found on their website.

All Movie Guide www.allmovie.com

Provides information on movies from then to now, biographies and cast members.

American Humane Association www.americanhumane.org

This site provides information on pets. There are articles, news and information about pet care, adopting vs. buying, behavior, abuse, animal welfare and more.

Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement www.aplb.org

Website provides information related to the loss of one’s pet. It supplies information, resources and links. American Savings Education Council www.asec.org This website has interactive tools and resources to with ideas to save money in all stages of life.

Veterans Travel Benefits www.va.gov/healthbenefits

You may be eligible for mileage reimbursement or special mode transportation in association with obtaining VA health care services.

Best Friends Animal Society www.bestfriends.org

Dedicated to sheltering unwanted pets and reducing the amount of homeless animals.

Work 4 Illinois www.work.illinois.gov

Provides state employment information including currently posted jobs. Job descriptions include a listing of job title, salary and duties. Also posts examination schedules, agency contact numbers, examining and career counseling services and much more.

Blessed Bonds www.adoptpetshelter.org

A non-profit organization dedicated to keeping people and their pets together.

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