Honor ary Chairmen It is an honor to serve as co-sponsors of The Capital Campaign for the Senior Services Center of Will County. The statistics show how important this campaign is to the senior population of Will County. According to the 2000 census, the 60-plus population in Will County has increased by 35%, and this trend will only grow as the baby boomers reach senior status. These statistics make it even more evident why this campaign is so important. By serving men and women over age 60 with Meals on Wheels, conducting elder abuse investigations, and implementing health programs and social and recreational programs, we can ensure a quality of life to seniors in Will County who have raised their families, paid their taxes, and deserve the best quality of life in their golden years.
Arthur “A.J.” Wilhelmi State Senator – 43rd District
What you should know about the Center is that they are committed to program services: 92 cents of every dollar raised goes directly into services. Please consider donating to this very worthy campaign, and help the Senior Services Center continue to provide the most essential services to over 47,000 seniors in Will County. We appreciate your kindness for the senior community of Will County.
John “Jack” McGuire State Representative – 86th District
Campaign Co-Chairs
Lynne Lichtenauer JTHS Alumni Relations Office WJOL 1340-AM Joliet Herald News
Mary Lancaster Wermer, Rogers, Doran & Ruzon WJOL 1340-AM Joliet Herald News
Natalie Manley Wermer, Rogers, Doran & Ruzon WJOL 1340-AM Joliet Herald News
The Need As a non-for profit social service agency, the Senior Services Center has been serving senior citizens and their families for 40 years. Although there is a strong volunteer base at the Center, it is funding that keeps our doors open and allows us to improve the lives of our local seniors citizens. This task is getting tougher each year, as we continue to see increases in the request for services. In 2005, we reached 47,970 different individuals and provided 786,735 units of service which is a 9% increase. We often have a waiting list for home delivered meals and at times have had waiting lists for respite services and counseling. We also have many programs and support groups that would not be possible without appropriate funding. In today’s fast paced political and business environment, senior issues tend to get lost. This campaign is an incredible opportunity to not only help our seniors, but also raise public awareness about the Center and all it has to offer.
“As the 60-plus population continues to increase, so does the need for our services�
Capital Campaign Funding Needed
Morgage Payoff $535,662
Parking Lot Pavement $40,000 Roof Replacement $80,000
Reserve Fund Replenishment $600,000
Total: $1,255,662
Senior Services Center Senior Services Center of Will County is a multi-purpose center, established in 1967. Our purpose is to enhance the quality of life of older persons, help maintain their independence, avoid or lessen isolation and loneliness, and help maintain the wellness of the older person. We serve older adults ages 50 and over and their families who reside in Will County and some services are also provided to individuals in Grundy and Kankakee Counties. In 2005, Senior Services provided over 786,000 units of service to over 47,900 different older persons within our community. Programs and Services provided include: • Comprehensive Care Management • Eligibility, Arrangement and Monitoring for Adult Day Care, Homemaker Services, Home Delivered Meals and Senior Companion • Screening for appropriate nursing home placement • Elder Abuse Investigation • Nutrition Program “Meals on Wheels” and (11) Congregate Dining Sites • Long Term Care Ombudsman Program • Information and Assistance • Social Services • Recreational/Social Activities • Special Interest Classes and Workshops • Health Services “Senior Services is very • Volunteer Opportunities • SeniorNet Computer Lab proud of its commitment • Family Caregiver Program to program services– which • Education • Advocacy for the Elderly
exceeds 90% of total expenditures.”
The Impact The goal of this Capital Campaign is to raise $1.2 million. These dollars will directly impact the center by allowing us to: • • • •
Pay off the mortgage on the building Replace the roof Repave the parking lots Establish an emergency reserve fund, and subsidize other programs and projects as deemed necessary by the Board of Directors
“We will be able to add more people to our Home Delivered Meals program once the mortgage is paid.”
For more information on how you can help Contact Karen Nall, Senior Services Development Director at: (815) 740-4207
Senior Services Center of Will County 251 N. Center St. Joliet, IL 60435 (815) 723-9713 Fax: (815) 740-4218
www.willcountyseniors.org
Senior Services Center Of Will County Capital Campaign Steering Committee Honorary Chairs Representative Jack McGuire Senator A. J. Wilhelmi
Campaign Co-Chairs Mary Lancaster Wermer, Rogers, Doran & Ruzon Lynne Lichtenauer JTHS Alumni Relations
Herb Brooks Pastor – St. Johns Church & Protective Services Worker at the Center Karen Callanan Will County Treasurer Roxanne Geraci - Militello Joliet Junior College Mike Hanrahan Midwest Generation
Natalie Manley Wermer, Rogers, Doran & Ruzon
Bernadine Hudson Board President
Steering Committee Chair
John Kilday
Mr. Brian Giegerich Standard Bank and Trust Co.
John Quinn AT & T
Committee Members
Dan Vera Joliet Township Supervisor
Karen Batenic Harrah’s Casino
James Waldorf Village of Plainfield Larry Walsh Will County Executive
Senior Services Center Staff Pat Hensley Executive Director Mary Pat Frye Director of Case Coordination Unit Lavera Claiborn Director of Nutrition Wilma Hopkins Director of Programs and Education John Jones Director of Maintenance Karen Nall Director of Development
2006 Board of Directors Ms. Bernadine Hudson President
Ms. Denise Bertucci Mid America Bank
Mr. Brian Giegerich 1st Vice President
Mrs. Bessie Caldwell
Rev. Stanley Lane 2nd Vice President Sister Ellen Thomas Secretary Mrs. Jill Zaki Treasurer Rev. Jim Allen Mr. James Baldacci Empress Casino Ms. Carol Banas-Hicks Silver Cross Hospital Mr. Bryan Bentley Harrah’s Casino
Ms. Sharon Carnaghi First Midwest Bank Mr. Seuth Chaleunphonh University of St. Francis Dr. Michael Early Richland School Dist. 88A
Dr. Lon McPherson Provena St. Joseph Medical Center Ms. Judy Militello Joliet Area Community Hospice Ms. Sandra Peterson Provena St. Joseph Medical Center Mrs. Gale Skrobuton Dr. Rubye Taylor-Drake
Ms. Roxane Geraci - Militello Joliet Junior College
Mr. Dan Vera Supervisor-Joliet Township
Dr. Alan Hardersen Joliet Junior College
Mrs. Grace Vinciguerra
Ms. Dorothy Henderson Ms. Cathy Holz Mrs. Frances Leckrone
Ms. Margie Woods Will County Board Mr. Thomas Osterberger Advisor
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