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Oak Park Township Oak Park Township is focused on providing diverse social and supportive services that help improve the well-being of residents of all ages and stages of life.

Learn more: oakparktownship.org Oak Park Township provides government assistance through social services that help improve the well-being of residents at all ages and stages of life. We offer supportive services for seniors, youth, and people with disabilities, along with programs that address the unique challenges of mental health, substance abuse, unemployment and more. In addition, we serve as the community property tax advocate in helping residents understand their property assessments and how they may realize tax savings through appeals or exemptions. Oak Park Township reserves the right to remove and/or investigate User Content posted to or transmitted via the Township’s website or any of its authorized third-party software applications as well as any other actions which Oak Park Township determines, in its sole judgment, to be offensive, illegal or might violate the rights, harm or threaten the safety of others or otherwise violate these Terms of Service. The following is a partial list of the kind of User Content that is prohibited from transmission through the Township’s online services:
ο‚§ Material which is profane, obscene or pornographic.
ο‚§ Material which is abusive, discriminatory or hateful on account of race, national origin,
religion, age, gender, disability or sexual orientation.
ο‚§ Threats, personal attacks, harassment or advocating the harassment of another person.
ο‚§ Solicitations or advertisements.
ο‚§ Potentially libelous statements or material.
ο‚§ Impersonating any person or entity or falsely misrepresenting your affiliation with any
other person or entity.
ο‚§ Behavior invasive of another person's or entity's privacy.
ο‚§ Promoting or providing information that you know to be false or misleading.
ο‚§ Promoting or providing instructional information about illegal activities.
ο‚§ Infringing any patent, copyright, trademark, service mark, trade secret or other
proprietary right of any other party.
ο‚§ Comments unrelated to the discussion or material in the Service area.
ο‚§ Taking any action which disrupts the operation of the Service. Oak Park Township reserves the right to remove individual posts that include:
- Spam.
- Profanity.
- Off-topic comments.
- Personal attacks.

Join Oak Park Township and the Social Security Administration for Medicare & 2027 Open Enrollment Updates. Learn about i...
11/01/2026

Join Oak Park Township and the Social Security Administration for Medicare & 2027 Open Enrollment Updates. Learn about important enrollment updates to help you make informed decisions about your coverage or support a loved one.

πŸ“… October 29, 2026, from 1:30–4:30 p.m.
Oak Park Main Library, 834 Lake Street, Oak Park

πŸ“… November 12, 2026, from 12:30–4:00 p.m.
Maze Branch Library, 845 Gunderson, Oak Park

Whether you’re navigating Medicare for yourself or helping someone you care about, join us to stay informed about the year ahead!

🏑 Exploring senior housing for yourself or a loved one? Join us for Senior Housing 101, a free information session with ...
10/26/2026

🏑 Exploring senior housing for yourself or a loved one?

Join us for Senior Housing 101, a free information session with Rick Graffagna of Senior Solutions. Learn about senior housing options, key factors to consider, ways to pay for housing, and how to find the right fit.

Wednesday, October 28 | 1:00–2:00 p.m.
River Forest Township, 8020 Madison Street, River Forest

Older adults and their adult children are encouraged to attend. No preregistration needed.

Bring your questions and take the next step toward planning with confidence!

πŸ’Š Give your medicine cabinet a fall cleanout!National Prescription Drug Take Back is a reminder to safely dispose of unw...
10/16/2026

πŸ’Š Give your medicine cabinet a fall cleanout!

National Prescription Drug Take Back is a reminder to safely dispose of unwanted and expired medications. Bring yours to the Oak Park Township medication drop box at 105 S. Oak Park Avenue.

πŸ•’ Open 24 hours, so you can stop by whenever it fits your schedule!

Help keep our community safe, and share this reminder with a friend or neighbor.

πŸ“£ Interested in partnering with Oak Park and River Forest Townships to support local youth and families?Join the Youth &...
10/09/2026

πŸ“£ Interested in partnering with Oak Park and River Forest Townships to support local youth and families?

Join the Youth & Family Services Committee for Information Night to learn about funding priorities, eligibility requirements, the application process, reimbursement procedures, and evaluation criteria.

πŸ“… Wednesday, October 14, at 6 p.m.
πŸ“ Oak Park Township Senior Services
130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park

Programs interested in contracting with the Townships are strongly encouraged to attend!

RSVP: Call 708-445-2727 or email [email protected].

Scan the QR code on the flyer to access the Request for Proposals (RFP).

πŸ’‘ Energy bills putting pressure on your budget? Help may be available!Oak Park and River Forest residents may qualify fo...
10/07/2026

πŸ’‘ Energy bills putting pressure on your budget? Help may be available!

Oak Park and River Forest residents may qualify for assistance through the CEDA Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) to help keep their homes warm and energy costs manageable.

Applications opened October 1, 2026, for eligible households that include someone age 60 or older, a child age 5 or younger, or an individual with a disability. Eligible households whose utility service has been disconnected or is facing imminent disconnection may also apply now.

All other eligible households may apply beginning November 2, 2026.

To prepare for your appointment, gather a state ID or driver’s license showing your Oak Park or River Forest address, Social Security cards for all household members, 30-day income documentation for household members over age 18, and current ComEd/Nicor utility bills.

πŸ“ž Take the first step today! Call 708-383-8005 and ask for the Intake Coordinator to schedule an appointment.

πŸ’€πŸŒΌ Celebrate DΓ­a de los Mu***os in Oak Park! πŸŒΌπŸ¦‹Join the community for Oak Park DΓ­a de los Mu***os 2026 on Sunday, Novemb...
10/05/2026

πŸ’€πŸŒΌ Celebrate DΓ­a de los Mu***os in Oak Park! πŸŒΌπŸ¦‹

Join the community for Oak Park DΓ­a de los Mu***os 2026 on Sunday, November 1, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at Scoville Park, 800 Lake Street.

The celebration begins with the Catrinas & Monarch Butterflies Procession at 11:00 a.m., followed by an afternoon filled with live music and dance performances, food, local vendors and resources, ofrendas, sugar skulls, face painting, and activities for the whole family.

Come celebrate life, remembrance, culture, and community with us! πŸ’œπŸ§‘

πŸ“… Sunday, November 1, 2026
⏰ 11:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
πŸ“ Scoville Park, 800 Lake St., Oak Park

πŸ’‰ Stay Healthy. Stay Protected!Flu season is coming, and getting your flu shot is one simple way to help protect yoursel...
10/01/2026

πŸ’‰ Stay Healthy. Stay Protected!

Flu season is coming, and getting your flu shot is one simple way to help protect yourself and those around you.

Oak Park Township and River Forest Township are hosting a Flu Clinic presented by Jewel-Osco:

πŸ“… Friday, October 2
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
πŸ“ 130 S. Oak Park Ave.

Please bring a photo ID and insurance card(s). Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome! For assistance, call the Program Hotline at 708-725-9129.

Make your health a priority this flu season and help keep our community protected.

Living with dementia or caring for someone who is? You don’t have to navigate it alone. πŸ’™Medicare’s GUIDE model offers d...
10/01/2026

Living with dementia or caring for someone who is? You don’t have to navigate it alone. πŸ’™

Medicare’s GUIDE model offers dementia care and caregiver support right here in our community, including:

Dedicated dementia support

24/7 access to clinical support

Up to $2,625 annually for respite care, helping caregivers take a break

No cost for qualifying Medicare beneficiaries

People with confirmed or suspected dementia who are enrolled in traditional Medicare (Parts A and B) may qualify. Additional eligibility requirements apply, and a caregiver must be identified for respite funding.

Start with us. Contact Oak Park Township to learn more and discuss eligibility.

πŸ“ž 708-383-8060
πŸ“§ [email protected]

Please share with a friend, neighbor, or family member who could benefit from this support.

Are you looking for funding to support youth and families in our community? The Youth and Family Services Committee invi...
09/24/2026

Are you looking for funding to support youth and families in our community?

The Youth and Family Services Committee invites all prospective applicants to our upcoming Information Night! Join us to learn about eligibility requirements, funding priorities, the application process, and other important details for the upcoming cycle.

πŸ“… When: Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
πŸ“ Where: Oak Park Township Senior & Disability Services Dining Room (130 S. Oak Park Avenue)
πŸ“ RSVP Required: Call (708) 445-2727 or email [email protected] to save your spot.

Don't miss this opportunity to get your questions answered and prepare a strong application. We hope to see you there!

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105 S Oak Park Avenue
Oak Park, IL
60302

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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