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Founded in 1917, River Forest Township offers senior services, youth services, mental health services and general assistance to its 12,000 residents.

River Forest Township, established in 1917, directs and funds essential human services in our community. The Township serves our older adults, youth, those with mental health needs and developmental disabilities, and those with financial need. The Township Assessor, also part of the Township, assists River Forest's property taxpayers. Learn more at www.riverforesttownship.org.

10/30/2026

Breathe better, feel better, live better. ✨

River Forest and Oak Park Townships invite adults 55+ to discover the transformative power of intentional breathing with local favorite and professional breath coach, Mary Lisa (ML) Wahlfeldt!

Whether you’re looking to reduce everyday stress or boost your overall vitality, ML’s work shows how simple, intentional breathwork can truly change the way you feel at any stage of life.

In this free, one-hour session, you’ll learn how tuning into your breath can help you:

Lower blood pressure

Reduce anxiety and boost focus

Sleep deeper and feel more energized

Support long-term health and happiness

🗓 Date: Friday, November 17

⏰ Time: 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

📍 Location: River Forest Community Center, Room 208 (8020 Madison St, River Forest)

🎟 Cost: FREE — No registration required! Just drop in.

📞 Questions? Call 708-725-9129 for more info.

Take an hour for yourself and see what your next breath can do for you. We hope to see you there! 🌿

10/28/2026

Need crutches for a few weeks? A wheelchair for visiting family? Don’t buy new when you can borrow! 🩺✨

River Forest Township offers a Medical Equipment Lending Library right here in our community. Borrow the mobility and recovery gear you need, completely free of charge.

10/27/2026

Happening Tomorrow! 🏡 Senior Housing 101: Information Session

Navigating senior living options can feel overwhelming, but you don't have to figure it out alone. Whether you're planning ahead for yourself or helping an aging parent, join us tomorrow for an insightful, stress-free overview.

When: Tomorrow, Oct 28 | 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Where: River Forest Township (8020 Madison St, River Forest, IL)

Cost: FREE (No registration needed—just walk in!)

Speaker: Rick Graffagna, Owner & Operator of Senior Solutions

What we'll cover:

Housing types & options

Key decision factors to keep in mind

How to fund senior living

Practical tips to find the right property

Bring your questions—and bring your family! See you tomorrow afternoon.

10/27/2026

📚 Love a good book? Ever wondered how local stories come to life?

Join Oak Park Township and River Forest Township for the Author’s Forum! Hear directly from published local authors about their writing process, inspiration, and published works.

🔍 Russell Fee – Author of the Sheriff Matt Callahan Mystery Series

📰 Jim Elsener – Journalist, Marine Corps veteran, and co-author of Sirens in the Loop

🌱 Gail Day – Clinical social worker and author of The Fading Garden & Becoming Her

🗓 When: November 19, 2026 | 4:00 PM

📍 Where: Oak Park Township Senior Center (130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park)

👥 Who: Open to all Oak Park & River Forest residents

Stick around after the discussion for refreshments, mingling, and a book signing!

10/22/2026

Please join us for a Senior Housing 101 Presentation by Rick Graffagna from Senior Solutions - Senior Living and Care Finders.

Seniors and their Adult Children welcome. No registration required.

10/21/2026

Did you know that we offer Mahjong twice a week for both beginners and experienced players?

10/20/2026

Tomorrow, October 20, 2026
River Forest Township Board Meeting
8020 Madison, Room 208
6:30 PM

10/16/2026

We are proud to host the Oak Park River Forest Chamber of Commerce "Meet Me for Lunch" meeting on Friday, October 16, from 11:30 AM to 1:00 PM in Room 208!

This month, River Forest Township, the Oak Park Community Mental Health Board, and D200 are partnering with the Chamber to dedicate October to raising awareness and education around disability employment. We want to help address the need to increase the number of employers in Oak Park, River Forest, and surrounding communities who hire individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD).

A special thanks to Knockout Catering for providing our lunch! Be sure to follow and tag them, the Chamber of Commerce of Oak Park and River Forest, and Opportunity Knocks to support their incredible work in our community.

Let’s work together to build a more inclusive workforce. 💼🌟

10/15/2026

Looking for a refreshing way to start your Thursday? Join us for Mindful Healing & Wellness — guided physical activities that support balance, mobility, and calm.
🗓️ Tomorrow, Oct. 15
🕘 8:45–9:45am
📍 River Forest Township Gym
📞 Register: 708‑725‑9129
Free for adults 55+. Oak Park & River Forest residents receive priority registration.
Let’s move, breathe, and feel good together.

10/14/2026

Did you know that in addition to our Free Clinics with Kelly Frank in November and December, we also offer free Open Play every Wednesday from 8:45 AM to 9:45 AM?
Sign up today by calling 708-725-9129!

Address

8020 Madison Street
River Forest, IL
60305

Telephone

+17083662029

Website

http://riverforesttownship.org/

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