Illinois Department on Aging

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State Plan on Aging – Public Comment Period Open!

The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is excited to release a proposed State Plan on Aging for public comment.

The new State Plan will go into effect October 1, 2025, for a 3-year period. IDoA is accepting public comments through June 15, 2025.

Click here to learn more about the Plan and how to submit comments.

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News

Illinois Recognizes Elder Abuse Awareness Day

Press Release - Thursday, June 05, 2025

SPRINGFIELD, Ill. – June 15 is Elder Abuse Awareness Day. With reports of elder abuse on the rise in Illinois since 2022, Department on Aging Director Mary Killough is reminding community members to learn the warning signs and speak up about suspected abuse of older adults.
Free Income Tax Preparation Assistance Available for Qualifying Taxpayers

Press Release - Tuesday, February 11, 2025

CHICAGO – Several trusted Illinois programs offer free income tax preparation for low-to-moderate income families and older adults who may need assistance in filing their 2024 income taxes.

Jul 14 2025

OASAC Executive Committee Membership Meeting

Committe Meeting, Webinar - Monday, July 14, 2025, 02:00 PM
Jul 22 2025

Illinois Senior Housing Residents' Advisory Council Meeting

Committe Meeting, Public Outreach, Webinar - Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 03:00 PM
Aug 13 2025

Community Care Program Advisory Committee (CCPAC) Meeting

Committe Meeting - Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 10:00 AM
Aug 25 2025

OASAC Full Membership Meeting

Committe Meeting - Monday, August 25, 2025, 01:00 PM
Sep 3 2025

Illinois Commission on LGBTQ Aging

Committe Meeting, Webinar - Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 02:00 PM