Senior Counseling & Support Services

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Depression is a real and serious mental health condition, not a normal part of growing older. You should be concerned if you or your loved one begins experiencing feelings of sadness or irritability that last for more than a week at a time.

Seniors and Aging Adults

As people age, life changes like serious illness or the loss of loved ones can impact mental health. While grief is natural, persistent feelings of social isolation or loneliness can lead to clinical depression and anxiety. Depression is not a normal part of aging; it is a treatable medical condition. Recognizing the signs is the first step toward improving quality of life.

Organization	Service Focus	Contact
North Shore Senior Center nssc.org	Counseling, Memory Care, Life-Planning, Caregiver Support, and Adult Protection Services.	847-864-3721
CJE Senior Life cje.net	Residential Living, Counseling, Food Innovation, Legal Assistance, and Adult Day Services.	773-508-1000
Advocate Lutheran General Older Adult Services	Adult Day Services, “Expressions” Early Alzheimer’s Group, Home-delivered meals, and Senior Advocate Counseling.	847-723-7770
Center of Concern (COC) centerofconcern.org	Supportive services for seniors and caregivers. Counseling for mental health, housing, Medicare, and financial concerns.	847-268-4213
GEN / Frisbie Senior Center frisbieseniorcenter.org	Veteran services, congregate meals, and benefits assistance for the Des Plaines community.	847-768-5944

Park Ridge Good Neighbor Program: If you are concerned about a neighbor who is isolated, hoarding, or needs professional support, contact the Environmental Health Officer for Park Ridge at 847-318-5319.

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