a senior (60 years or older)
Legal tools for older adults (at least sixty years of age). Find more info for legal problems under Resources.
To report suspected abuse, exploitation or neglect of an older person, call Illinois' 24-hour Adult Protective Services Hotline at 1-866-800-1409.
Explains who qualifies and for AABD benefits in Illinois. Recipients receive cash and medical assistance.
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Explains laws that protect older people in Illinois from abuse. Includes how to get an Order of Protection ("restraining order").
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Explains what you can expect if you are moving into a long-term care facility.
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Steps to apply for Aid to the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (AABD) benefits including how to appeal an AABD decision.
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Description of a Transfer on Death Instrument and how to revoke. Describes and attaches form to revoke a Transfer on Death Instrument that you have filed with a County Recorder of Deeds.
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Provides information on where to apply for Social Security retirement benefits.
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Explains Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits for retired workers and families, and people with disabilities.
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Steps to appeal a Social Security decision from the deadlines you must follow to how the administrative hearing works.
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Explains how to report a death and apply for Social Security survivor's benefits
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Describes the Medicare Part D program, what it covers and how to apply.
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In 2021, a health insurance program started in Illinois for non-citizens age 65 and over who do not meet immigration status requirements for Medicaid.
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