Community resources
This page lists community resources that families often ask about. We are not affiliated with and do not endorse the organizations listed below. Always verify details directly with each provider and use your judgment.
If you’d like help coordinating a plan at home, call 630‑822‑4295.
Critical directories (official starting points)
- 211 Illinois: 211illinois.org (search by ZIP)
- 211 DuPage: 211dupage.gov
- Illinois Department on Aging — Area Agencies on Aging list: Find your AAA
Quick ZIP guide (our core area)
Use this to find the right county transportation/aging programs for your location.
- 60515 / 60516 — Downers Grove (DuPage)
- 60521 — Hinsdale (DuPage / Cook edges)
- 60523 — Oak Brook (DuPage)
- 60514 — Clarendon Hills (DuPage)
- 60527 — Burr Ridge / Willowbrook area (DuPage / Cook / Will edges)
- 60558 — Western Springs (Cook)
- 60525 — La Grange (Cook)
- 60559 — Westmont (DuPage)
- 60561 — Darien (DuPage)
- 60517 — Woodridge (DuPage)
- 60532 — Lisle (DuPage)
- 60126 — Elmhurst (DuPage)
- 60137 — Glen Ellyn (DuPage)
- 60148 — Lombard (DuPage)
- 60187 — Wheaton (DuPage)
Transportation & NEMT (medical rides)
- Illinois Medicaid NEMT guidance: Illinois HFS page
- Pace ADA Paratransit: Pace paratransit overview (reservation lines vary by county)
- Ride DuPage (local transportation options): ridedupage.org
Tip: when you call, ask about eligibility, advance notice, and whether rides can accommodate mobility devices.
Senior placement advisors (AL/IL/memory care)
- General placement search: use 211illinois.org and search for “assisted living,” “memory care,” or “senior housing.”
- National advisor directory (example): A Place for Mom (verify fees/relationships and compare options).
Estate / elder law / planning
- Illinois State Bar Association lawyer finder: isba.org lawyer finder
- DuPage County Bar Association: dcba.org
We recommend getting clear on POA (health + property), advanced directives, and a trusted contact list. Always confirm licensing and fit.
Meals, food, and “a place to take a break”
- Meals on Wheels / meal programs: start with 211illinois.org (search “Meals on Wheels” + your ZIP).
- Senior nutrition programs: check your county aging programs (links below).
- Local breakfast/meetup spots: we recommend using Google/Apple Maps for the loved one’s ZIP and looking for accessible seating + easy parking. We don’t list individual restaurants here to avoid outdated info.
County aging & community services (best starting points)
- DuPage County Community Services: Overview + programs
- Suburban Cook County AAA (AgeOptions): ageoptions.org
- Will County Seniors: willcountyseniors.org
- AAA serving Kane (Senior Services Associates): seniorservicesassoc.org
Want to be listed?
If you provide NEMT, senior placement guidance, estate planning, or community programs in our area, contact us and we’ll review for inclusion. Listing does not imply endorsement.
Chicago In Home Care is a locally operated home care team based in Downers Grove. We answer calls Answered 7am–9pm.
- Address: 6900 Main St, Ste. 6, Downers Grove, IL 60516
- Phone: 630‑822‑4295
- What to expect: clear next steps, caregiver matching, and early check-ins.
- Coverage and start timelines depend on care needs and staffing availability.