Senior Services Plus, Inc.

Description

Information and Assistance: Completes forms, such as Benefit Access, energy assistance,

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

Photo ID

Eligibility

Age 60 years and older

Fees

- Accepts Donations - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Come In Person For Service

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

School House Grill: Provides a variety of healthy grill food items for lunch.

Hours

Alton: Mon-Fri- 7:00am to 1pm Granite City Township Building: Mon-Fri- 11:00am- 1:00pm

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

Age 60 years and older

Fees

- No Fees - Accepts Donations

Intake Procedure

Call (618) 465-3298 ext. 101 To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Provides a warming site during periods of extreme cold.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Come In Person For Service

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Offers a cooling site during extreme heat temperatures.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Come In Person For Service

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

The Illinois Senior Farmers Market will offer vouchers for free produce with participating vendors at the Alton Farmer's Market.

Hours

Sat - 8:00am to 12:00pm (noon) at the intersection of Landmarks Boulevard and Henry Street in Alton, Illinois

Required Documents

Photo ID

Eligibility

- Age 60 years and older - Income Guidelines Apply - Call For Details

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Come in person to apply, first come first served. Information about application availability will be available on social media, the SSP website, or call for details.

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Foster Grandparent Program: Low-income senior volunteers work one-on-one with children in Head Start programs, public schools, after school programs, and at agencies who serve people with mental and physical disabilities. Volunteers work a minimum of 15 hours and maximum of 40 hours per week.

Hours

Call For Hours

Required Documents

- Social Security Number - Proof of Income - Photo ID

Eligibility

- Age 55 years and older - Income Guidelines Apply - Call For Details

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call Or Apply In Person

Languages

English

Service Area

Clinton, Macoupin, Madison and Marion Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

LIHEAP: - Beginning October 1, elderly, age 60 years and older and/or disabled household member, who may also be disconnected from their utilities or under imminent threat of losing their heating source from propane/wood may apply for assistance. - Applications will be accepted until May 31 or until funds are depleted.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

- Proof of income from all household members for the past 30 days - Utility Bill - Proof of Social Security number(s) for all household members

Eligibility

- Income Guidelines Apply - Call For Details

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

- Call To Apply - First-Come, First-Serve Basis

Languages

- English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Meals on Wheels (MOW) Program: Delivers nutritious meals to older adults.

Hours

- Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

- Social Security Number - Proof of Residency

Eligibility

Age 60 years and older who are homebound

Fees

- Private Pay Rate of $8.00 - Accepts Donations

Intake Procedure

Referral from the Southwest Illinois Visiting Nurse Association (SIVNA)

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Community Care Program: Home care aides provide personal care, cleaning, errands, shopping, and meal preparation to older adults in their homes.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

- Social Security Number - Proof of Income

Eligibility

- Services offered through Illinois Department of Aging -Services offered through Managed Care Organizations/Insurance Companies - Call For Details

Fees

- Services offered through Illinois Department of Aging -Services offered through Managed Care Organizations/Insurance Companies - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

- English

Service Area

Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

SSP staff provide transportation to individuals 60 years and older to and from non- emergent medical appointments.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

Age 60 years and older

Fees

- Accepts Donations - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Safe Connections Program: Offers emergency home response monitoring services through an emergency response pendant.

Hours

24 Hours

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

Call For Details

Fees

- $1.00 Per Day - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

- St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Jersey, Macoupin, Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Home Share: Provides seniors with options to remain in their homes or help finding a home to share with an appropriate companion by matching individuals who have space in their home to share in exchange for a reasonable monthly rent and/or help with household tasks.

Hours

Call For Hours

Required Documents

- Social Security Card/Number - Photo ID - Proof of Address

Eligibility

Age 55 years and older

Fees

Sliding Fee Scale Based On Income

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

- St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Community Outreach Services: Provides older adults with educational and recreational opportunities in a group setting to promote better health and reduce isolation. Programs include educational presentations and activities such as bingo and card groups.

Hours

Call For Hours

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

Age 55 years and older

Fees

Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

- St. Louis City/County in Missouri - Madison and St. Clair Counties in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Transportation: Provides transportation for older adults to maintain independence to accomplish day-to-day activities. This could include transportation to the grocery store, activities at the senior center, hair appointments, etc.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

Call For Details

Eligibility

Age 60 years and older

Fees

- Accepts Donations - Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County, Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Information and Assistance: Provides information and referrals to seniors and family about resources available.

Hours

Mon-Fri - 8:00am to 4:00pm

Required Documents

No Documentation Required

Eligibility

Age 55 years and older

Fees

Call For Details

Intake Procedure

Call For Service

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Assistance in preparing state and federal income tax returns, includes electronic filing of tax returns and tax credits.

Hours

Tues - 8:00am to 1:00pm (February 4, 2020 to April 8, 2020) Fri - 8:00am to 1:00pm (February 7, 2020 to April 8, 2020) Closed February 18, 2020

Required Documents

- Photo ID - Social Security cards for self, spouse and dependents - An Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) assignment letter may be substituted for self, spouse and dependents if Social Security number isn't available - Proof of foreign status, if applying for an ITIN - Birth dates for self, spouse and dependents on the tax return - Wage and earning statements (Form W-2, W-2G, 1099-R,1099-Misc) from all employers - Interest and dividend statements from banks (Forms 1099) - All Forms 1095-A, B or C, Affordable Health Care Statements/Health Insurance Statements - Health Insurance Exemption Certificate, if received - A copy of last year’s federal and state returns, if available - Proof of bank account routing and account numbers for direct deposit such as a blank check - To file taxes electronically on a married-filing-joint tax return, both spouses must be present to sign the required forms - Total paid for daycare provider and the daycare provider's tax identifying number such as their Social Security number or business - Employer Identification Number - Copies of income transcripts from IRS and state, if applicable - Property tax bill

Eligibility

Low-income individuals age 55 years and older

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Call (618) 465-3298 ext. 100 to schedule an appointment

Languages

English

Service Area

Madison County in Illinois

Geography Served

Description

Provides gym equipment, fitness classes and personal training.

Hours

- Mon-Fri - 6:00 am to 6:00 pm - Sat - 7:00 am to 12:00pm

Required Documents

- Photo ID - Proof of Address

Eligibility

No Restrictions

Fees

- $225 per year for age 55 years and older - $275 per year for ages 16-54 years - Class fees and personnel training varies - call for details

Intake Procedure

Call To Apply

Languages

English

Service Area

-Madison and Jersey counties in Illinois

Geography Served