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Tuesday, September 17, 2024

Lewis and Grant organize senior expo in Wheaton

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State Representative Amy Grant (il) | Representative Amy L. Grant (R) 47th District

State Representative Amy Grant (il) | Representative Amy L. Grant (R) 47th District

State Senator Seth Lewis (R-Bartlett) and State Representative Amy Grant (R-Wheaton) are partnering with numerous agencies to host a Senior Expo on Tuesday, September 10 in Wheaton. The event, which will be held at the Wheaton Community Center from 10:00 AM to 12:00 Noon, is free of charge and will include refreshments.

“We are bringing together close to 40 agencies and organizations that specialize in the needs of seniors, and attendees will be able to collect useful information and learn about available resources while visiting the booths,” said Lewis. “We will also be offering free flu shots and blood pressure checks, so I would encourage all seniors and their families or caregivers to stop by this event.”

Participants in this senior fair include Aetna, AgeGuide, BrightStar Care Central DuPage (home health), CaptionCaII, ComForCare Home Care (home health care), DuPage County Recorder, DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, DuPage County State’s Attorney’s Office, DuPage County Veterans Assistance Commission, DuPage County Senior Services, DuPage County Senior Citizens Council/Meals on Wheels, Ensign Partners, Harmony Care Services, DuPage County Services- Long Term Care Ombudsman, Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs, Metropolitan Family Services, Molina Healthcare Inc., Office of the IL Attorney General's office , Office of the IL Comptroller's office , Office of the IL Secretary of State's office , Office of the IL Treasurer's office , PACE Bus Service Inc., Prairie State Legal Services Inc., Premier Medicare Benefits LLC., Samaritan Senior Care Inc., Spectrios Institute for Low Vision Inc., United Insurance Services/Blue Cross Blue Shield Association Walgreens Boots Alliance Inc. , Wheaton Eye Clinic Ltd., Wheaton Park District Board , Wheaton Police Department Law Enforcement Agency , Wheaton Public Library Library People's Resource Center Social Service Organization ,DuPage County Care Center Health Care Facility (long term care center),and Meridian.

“I’m excited to host this year’s Senior Expo and bring a great opportunity to our seniors with vital resources and services tailored to their needs. This event gives back to those who have contributed so much to our community ensuring they have access to the support they deserve as they navigate the stages of aging. I look forward to seeing you there!” said Grant.

For more information please contact Senator Lewis’ office at 630-349-0645 or Representative Grant’s office at (331) 218-4182.

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