Elderwerks Senior Resource Directory 2025/2026

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATIONS / VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS

Walking Together Resale Shop St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church 117 South Hubbard Street Algonquin, IL 60102 847-458-8958 To benefit St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church.

AmeriCorps Seniors - Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) at Triton College 2000 Fifth Ave; Room: R-221 River Grove, IL 60171 (708) 456-0300, ext. 3896 rsvp@triton.edu www.triton.edu/rsvp Pairs adults aged 55 and older with organizations in the community for volunteer service. AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers who serve in the RSVP program choose how, where, and when they want to serve, with commitments ranging from a few hours a week to a few times throughout the year. AmeriCorps Seniors volunteers report better health and longevity, having served their community. RSVP at Triton College serves volunteers in west suburban Cook and southern DuPage counties; however, there are several RSVP’s throughout IL. Contact the RSVP office at Triton College to be directed to the appropriate office.

VOLUNTEER ORGANIZATIONS Many of these types of volunteer organizations can be found through your local senior center, senior services, township, or Area Agency on Aging.

Alzheimer's Association Illinois Chapter 2200 Cabot Dr., Suite 460 Lisle, IL 60532 815-272-2011

WINGS Resale Stores 1302 N. Rand Road Arlington Heights, IL 60004 847-963-0861 300 W. Golf Road Schaumburg, IL 60195 847-884-7411 8349 W. Golf Road Niles, IL 60714 847-965-1454 www.wingsprogram.com

hfinerty@alz.org volunteer.alz.org

The Alzheimer's Association leads the way to end Alzheimer's and all other dementia — by accelerating global research, driving risk reduction and early detection, and maximizing quality care and support. Volunteers are the key to making a difference in the lives of people facing Alzheimer's and dementia. When you volunteer with the Alzheimer's Association, you join a network of passionate people who are working to fight this devastating disease, honor loved ones, and bring care and support to those who need it. *See ad on page 43. Anderson Humane 1000 S. LaFox St. South Elgin, IL 60177 847-697-2880 www.ahconnects.org Anderson Humane focuses on creating and supporting mutually beneficial relationships between people and animals. Current programming such as our Adoption Program, Military Veterans Program, and Healing Paws Pet Therapy Program create positive, impactful connections between people and animals, improving the lives of both. Anderson Humane is a resource for pet owners, providing information and services to provide better care for their pets. Services such as our Low Cost Vaccination, Dental, and Spay/ Neuter Clinics offer affordable veterinary care options, preventing owners from having to give up their pets simply because they can’t afford care. We also visit people in their homes and offer a helping hand to a pet owner in need.

Proceeds from the sale of donations go to Wings, which provides social services to women and children affected by domestic violence.

Build Team, The 331-308-0311 www.thebuildteam.org

Help families in Northwest Cook and surrounding counties, struggling with financial and personal burdens, to complete home repair projects that enables them to remain the home they own. Volunteer opportunities to learn construction skills.

Center of Concern 1665 Elk Blvd. Des Plaines, IL 60016 847-823-0453 concern@centerofconcern.org www.centerofconcern.org

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Volunteer needs—friendly visitors, telephone reassurance callers, office reception, yard work, grocery shopping, professional services (attorneys, CPAs), and more. Senior Companion Program—income eligible volunteers provide companionship and assistance to homebound seniors in exchange for a small stipend. For those who are 55+, enjoy working with seniors, and can commit to serve 15-40 hours per week in their community.

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