SENIOR RESOURCES GUIDE
A trusted network of professionals providing education, services and support to the senior community in the Westmont Area.
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This Guide contains information on the following types of businesses:
Banking/Financial Planning Health Insurance Health Care Services Home Care Services Dispensaries & Pharmacies Real Estate Broker Assisted Living Other Community Resources Banking/Financial Planning BankFinancial, N.A. VISION AND PERSPECTIVE. That’s what 94 years of banking experience can bring to you - a coordinated, 360-degree approach to your finances that can help you with traditional deposit products (including our Everyday Checking for Seniors and overdraft line of credit options), help from our experienced Trust & Investment advisors to manage and grow your investments, planning for your retirement needs, fulfilling the role as trustee of your personal trust (that can include bill-paying capabilities), and assistance with the administration of your estate. BankFinancial can provide you with the resources and financial intelligence so you can have greater confidence that the choices you’re making today will keep you on the most appropriate path for your financial well-being. Located in Westmont, our branch is committed to giving individuals, families, and businesses, the financial opportunities they need to thrive, while creating jobs in our community where we forge strong partnerships. Kimberly Novovesky, AVP Branch Manager 6301 Fairview, Westmont, IL 630.242.7670 | KNovovesky@bankfinancial.com Daniel N. Wlodek, Vice President Trust & Investment Services 630.242.7633 | DWlodek@BankFinancial.com www.bankfinancial.com Health Insurance Clemens Enterprises, Inc Clemens Enterprises connects you with the best in health insurance, personalized to fit your needs. Alison Clemens represents many carriers, including Blue Cross Blue Shield, Humana and United Healthcare. Working directly with you, she picks the best carrier for your Medicare Advantage, Medicare supplement insurance, or prescription drug plan. All at no cost to you. Alison Clemens, President 41 N. Cass Ave, Westmont (630) 971-8090 Email: alison@clemens-enterprises.com Health Care Services ARC Physical Therapy Advanced Rehabilitation Clinics, ARC, is among the highest rated physical therapy providers in the Chicago area. We are a Medicare approved provider with experience treating individuals with orthopedic problems such as low back pain, spinal stenosis, neck and shoulder pain, hip and knee pain and joint replacements. We have specialists in the treatment of incontinence and pelvic pain as well as balance and vestibular disorders. We provide one-on-one care in private treatment rooms using state-of-the-art techniques and equipment. John Christiansen, PT, OCS, ATC , Owner 337 W Ogden Ave, Westmont (630) 323-8646 Email: jchristiansen@arc-rehab.com arc-rehab.com BRIA of Westmont BRIA of Westmont is a proven leader in rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Compassionate, patient-centered care is the cornerstone of our services located in the heart of the robust DuPage county medical community. Comprehensive medical services including 24-hour nursing care, physical, occupational and speech therapy, and social activities provided in a safe and supportive environment is just some of what we do best! The STRIVE Center for Rehabilitation at BRIA of Westmont offers cutting-edge specialty programs and advanced equipment developed around orthopedic, cardiac, pulmonary and neurologic medical conditions of aging adults. Choose BRIA because there is a better way. Lauren Wetzel, Administrator 6501 S. Cass Ave., Westmont, IL 60559 (630) 960-2026 Email: lwetzel@briahs.com www.briahs.com Burgess Square Healthcare and Rehab Centre Burgess Square is an independent post-acute rehabilitation center serving Westmont and the Chicagoland area. Burgess is the recipient of AHCA’s Gold Award, Excellence in Quality; 1 of only 46 nursing centers since 1996 to achieve this distinction nationally. Burgess provides advanced clinical care for orthopedic, cardiac, pulmonary care, and other complicated medical conditions. Our C.A.R.E. patient satisfaction philosophy puts our customers at the center of everything we do. Burgess Square is a preferred provider for AMITA Health, DuPage Medical Group, Hinsdale Orthopedics and Northwestern Medicine. Our 5-star rating on Medicare.gov is a testament to our compassionate, caring and highly skilled staff. The Burgess team is guided by our mission statement, “Take care of our Residents, Patients, Families and Staff - and the rest takes care of itself.” Mike Hensley 5801 S Cass Ave, Westmont IL, 60559 (630) 971-2645 Email: mikehensley@burgesssquare.com www.burgesssquare.com The Hearing Care Clinic We are a private independent audiology clinic, specializing in the evaluation, treatment and management of hearing loss and tinnitus, including the of dispensing hearing aids and tinnitus devices. We perform very thorough clinical diagnostic testing to evaluate your hearing, tinnitus and communication problems, so that we can develop a professional plan to address your concerns. We gladly partner with your doctor in cases where it is needed to remedy your hearing concerns. The clinic is owned and operated by Nancy A. Congdon, Au.D., a licensed Doctor of Audiology with over 40 years of experience in the hearing healthcare industry. Dr. Nancy A. Congdon, Au. D. 6800 S. Main Street, #114, Downers Grove, IL 60516 (630) 963-6161 Email: drcongdon@sbcglobal.net www.thehearingcareclinic.com Home Care Services AT HOME WITH YOU – In-Home Caregivers We provide exceptional RN managed care with services that enrich seniors’ lives and allow them to maintain the highest possible level of independent living within the comfort and familiar surroundings of their own home. Our caregivers assist in the continuing care of loved ones by providing services that include dementia and memory care, bathing, dressing, meal preparation, medication reminders, light housekeeping, exercise, safety and fall prevention, transportation, companionship and more! We provide personalized care that not only meets a client’s physical needs, but their emotional well- being and happiness as well. At Home With You is licensed, bonded, and insured, and exceeds state regulations with employee background checks, drug testing, and live-scan fingerprinting. Christina Urbanski, RN, BSN - Agency Owner and Operator Westmont (630) 786-6070 Email: Curbanski@AtHomeWithYou.com www.AtHomeWithYou.com SENIORS HELPING SENIORS – Hourly Home Care Services We provide the best in non-medical, home care services for your loved one and our help is provided by experienced, local seniors who have your goals in mind. No hourly nor weekly minimums, we do short-term or long-term shifts. Companionship, meal preparation, light housekeeping, medication reminders, memory care, personal care/hygiene assistance, local transportation, shopping, appointments, errands and more! It’s Like Getting A Little Help From A Friend. Our care providers have been with SHS for more than 5 years on average! Plus they complete extensive annual training to keep sharp and learn new techniques. Annual dementia training is completed by those who assist memory clients. · Licensed, bonded, insured, fingerprint background & health screened employees. · “Build your own schedule” and stay within your budget. · Ask about our low-income Veterans and spouse AAA Program for free weekly care. · Flexible job opportunities available. Dan Rattary – Chief Care Officer – Seniors Helping Seniors Westmont (Du Page County Branch) (over 120 additional U.S. locations) (630) 324-6086 Email: shsillinois@comcast.net www.seniorcaredupagecounty.com Independence-4-Seniors Private Duty Home Care Independence-4-Seniors Home Care is celebrating its 20th year as one of the most trusted names in senior care dedicated to providing our clients with the finest home care services available. Our RN-led team of professionals delivers services which include, but are not limited to: Personal care and companionship, Safety and fall prevention, Meal preparation and medication compliance, Errands, grocery shopping and transportation, Alzheimer’s and dementia care Our caregivers are carefully selected following a thorough screening that includes fingerprint background checks, reference checks, drug testing and validation of prior experience. The success of our agency rests in the hands of our caregivers. We only hire people who exhibit a passion for older adults and who view their assignments with our clients as more than just a job. Our agency is licensed, bonded, insured, and all caregivers receive extensive ongoing and advanced training. All care plans and services are supervised by an RN who is an owner of the agency. Services are available on an hourly and daily basis. The owners received special training to assist clients with Alzheimer’s disease and related Dementias and are Certified Dementia Practitioners. They understand what it takes and know firsthand what a difference the right kind of home care can make. Mike O’Brien, CDP® & Joan O’Brien, RN, MSN, CDP® – Owners 5 West 2nd Street, Suite 4, Hinsdale, IL 60521 (630) 323-4665 Email: info@independence4seniros.com www.independence4seniors.com Oasis Senior Advisors Oasis is a free service to help find safer living and care options for older adults. I meet with families face-to-face to determine their budget, preferred geographical locations, medical and social needs, and what is important to them. One benefit to working with Oasis is that we identify just a few options that is based on your specific criteria, we schedule tours and join you to help you ask the right questions. Julianne is a registered nurse with over three decades of experience and holds the HIPPA right to privacy as a cornerstone of my business. I will be the point person and will protect your contact information until you find the right place. Julianne Rizzo RN, MBA, CSA - Owner Westmont, IL. 60559 708-929-8221 Email: jrizzo@youroasisadvisor.com www.oasissenioradvisor.com/southwestchicago Dispensaries & Pharmacies Curaleaf is a leader in the Cannabis industry throughout the United States including several locations in Chicagoland. We are dedicated to education and Social Equity programs relating to this rapidly growing industry. Curaleaf is committed to advocating for this plant that connects us with the people who have relied on its capabilities for thousands of years. In addition to delivering safe, top quality products with exceptional customer service, Curaleaf works to broaden our community’s understanding, acceptance and support of Cannabis for wellness and well being. Whether you are a long-time Cannabis patient – or you are just getting acquainted with this incredible plant – we are honored to guide you along your Cannabis journey. Visit our dispensary at 11 East Ogden Avenue, Westmont. Richard Niksic, Community Outreach Coordinator 344 N Ogden Ave 5th Floor, Chicago, IL 60607 (630) 796-0715 Email: Richard.Niksic@curaleaf.com www.curaleaf.com Westmont Pharmacy Westmont pharmacy has been serving the community since 1930. We pride ourselves upon exceptional customer service and education. We strive to have every client leave the store with more knowledge than they came in with, and a product they can take pride in. Whether dad is having trouble taking his medication on schedule or mom just needs a little help getting in and out of the bathtub we are here to help you make the right decisions and to acquire the right products to make your day and life easier! We do medication synchronization to streamline your trips to the pharmacy. We can also unit dose or “bingo card” your medications so you know what you are taking and when to take it. We also do prescription compounding for you or your pet when necessary. Our newly restructured showroom displays all of the medical equipment products you or your relative may need to recover from surgery, injury, or to provide comfort at any stage of life. Best of all, there is always a personable and friendly expert available to answer any and all questions. Sam Sylejmani, Owner/President 2 N Cass Avenue, Westmont, IL 60559 (630) 969-2043 Email: westmontpharmacy@gmail.com Real Estate Broker Keller Williams Experience—The Wayman Group Serving as your Advocate throughout the real estate process. The business of Real Estate can be a very overwhelming process. Joan Wayman has a history of working with seniors. She listens and works to understand their needs, patiently walking with clients and their families from beginning and beyond closing to make the process as seamless and smooth as possible.. Contact Joan for a free booklet filled with helpful information on working with an estate. Joan Wayman, Keller Williams Experience Realtor 630-747-5250 Email: joan@joanwayman.com www.joanwayman.com Assisted Living Aspired Living of Westmont Aspired Living of Westmont is an Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Support Community located in Westmont, Illinois. The Community was designed and developed to help our residents continue to live life fully, actively and vibrantly. We think about aging differently. Through our groundbreaking and Award winning VIVA! Life Enrichment Program our is mission is to Change the Way Society Thinks about Aging and Senior Living. Aspired Living of Westmont invites seniors to Live well. Be well. Age well. In our Knew Day Memory Support Neighborhood, we offer exceptional care, understanding and connection for those with Alzheimer’s disease, dementia and other forms of memory loss. Terri Geppner, Director of Community Development 407 W. 63rd. Street, Westmont, IL 60559 (630) 960-4400 Email: TGeppner@Pathwaytoliving.com www.AspiredLivingWestmont.com Cordia Senior Residence of Westmont Cordia provides the highest quality Independent and Assisted Living for seniors in an intimate rental community. We are committed to creating opportunities for seniors to continue living meaningful lives. Our residents enjoy a remarkable lifestyle and appreciate quality services and amenities. When it is needed, they receive dignified and respectful personalized care. We offer an array of programs and outings that makes every day unique. With a variety of well-appointed apartments, many with full kitchens, we are sure you will find one to fit your needs. We do the work so you can enjoy your life while being well cared for! We hope you’ll come for a visit and/or join us for one or all of our many events and discover for yourself everything Cordia has to offer. We would love to help you plan for a wonderful future. Shelly Lindsey - Director of Community Relations 865 N. Cass Ave, Westmont, IL 60559 630-887-7000 Email: slindsey@cordia.biz www.CordiaSeniorLiving.com Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace Terra Vista of Oakbrook Terrace is a licensed assisted living complex exclusively designed as secure apartment living for those 55+ and diagnosed with memory loss. The community has been designed and managed by a team of dementia experts who have provided housing and services to older adults for more than 40 years. Terra Vista combines world class care with state of the art technologies to improve quality of life and maintain familial connections. Mark Davis 1635 S Ardmore Ave., Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181 (630) 534-0886 Email: mdavis@terravista.org www.TerraVista.org Other Community Resources Dementia Friendly Westmont The Village of Westmont is an official Dementia Friendly Community. The status confirms that Westmont has taken specific steps to train staff and provide resources so that we can better serve and accommodate people with dementia and their caregivers. Dementia Friendly Westmont seeks to raise awareness, reduce stigma, provide resources, and increase support for those living with dementia through education and coordination of resources. To assist residents, Dementia Friendly Westmont has developed a Dementia-Friendly-Westmont-Resource-Guide that features contact information for local resources. The brochure is available at various locations throughout the community and online. For more information, please contact us via email DementiaFriendlyWestmont@westmont.il.gov Downers Grove Township Senior Services To foster the independence and well being of older adults, we enhance their quality of life as a resource for information and educational programs, Dial-a-Ride transport services, referrals, and other benefits. Catherine Rager 4340 Prince Street, Downers Grove (630) 719-6686 Email: cathy.rager@dgtownship.com Since 1975, People’s Resource Center (PRC) has been bringing neighbors together to respond to hunger and poverty in DuPage County. Our Mission: The People’s Resource Center community exists to respond to basic human needs, promote dignity and justice, and create a future of hope and opportunity for the residents of DuPage County, Illinois. Nearly 26,000 DuPage residents rely on PRC for help each year. We offer nutritious food and other basic necessities like clothes and rent assistance for neighbors in need. PRC also connects people with resources — education and tutoring, jobs, technology, art, a caring community–to create a future of hope and opportunity for all. PRC provides these services because of the generosity and support from our neighbors. Carl F. Alston, APR 104 Chestnut Ave., Westmont, IL 60559 (630) 682-5402 Email: prc1@peoplesrc.org www.Peoplesrc.org Westmont Fire Department The Westmont Fire Department encourages residents to keep abreast of important home safety information. Be sure that everyone in your family is educated and prepared to respond appropriately in the event of a home emergency. The Westmont Fire Department Citizens Fire Academy is a program designed to help citizens better understand the Department’s firefighting and rescue operations and the multitude of services it provides to the community. It also includes CPR/First Aid Training. The Public Education Division is responsible for providing the public with information and resources to prevent not only fires, but also to reduce or prevent injuries and death from causes unrelated to fire. The Westmont Fire Department is committed to the safety and education of both children and adults within the community. Steve Riley, Lynn Dralle 6015 Cass Ave, Westmont (630) 981-6400 for emergencies: call 911 Westmont Public Library The Westmont Public Library welcomes seniors to experience a wide range of materials for checkout and online use; free computer and internet access; a variety of events and programs; and friendly, patient, and helpful staff. We have large print books, special computer equipment for vision–impaired users, short stories, and audiobooks. Homebound service is available to Westmont residents every month who cannot make it to the library due to disability, illness or injury. 428 N. Cass Ave, Westmont Adult Services 630.869.6155 Email: reference@westmontlibrary.org www.westmontlibrary.org Westmont Senior Center Open 8:30-4:30pm Mon-Fri. Lounge – big screen TV, DVD player, card tables, couches for relaxing, blood pressure monitoring machine. Come out for chorus; golf; movies; Birthday Bingo, Classes in: watercolor, Tai Chi, Zumba Gold, Ageless Grace Chair Fitness & more. The Young At Heart Newsletter gives information on bus trips, events, services & programs. Alice Krampits, Director 55 E. Richmond St., Westmont (630) 969-8080 |
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