Senior Programs & Services
Senior Programs & Services
Fremont Township senior residents have numerous services available to them including many transportation programs.
Additionally, the Assessor's Office can help with four kinds of Homestead Exemptions. For information, visit the Assessor's webpage.
If you have questions or need more information, please contact:
Nancy Lech
Caseworker
22385 W. Illinois Route 60
Mundelein, IL 60060
caseworker@fremonttownship.com
847.223.2847
847.223.2858 (FAX)
Adopt-A-Senior Holiday Program
Holiday program for low-income seniors. Please call our office at 847-223-2847 to signup.
AARP Driver Safety Class
This class is designed for drivers age 55 and over. Topics include: How to drive defensively, deal with agressive drivers, and how to adjust to vision and hearing loss.
AgeGuide
A network of services for older adults and their caregivers.
Alcoholics Anonymous Referral
Serenity House
1103 W Park Avenue
Libertyville, IL 60048
847-367-9709
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Benefit Access (formerly Circuit Breaker)
Benefit Access is a program available through the Illinois Department of Aging for seniors and disabled. This program may help with a license plate discount. If you qualify for this program, you are eligible for a RTA / METRA Free Ride Pass. You have to apply online for this program. Our staff will assist with filling out the application by appointment only. For more information, please visit the program's webpage.
Com Ed Referral
Com Ed customers have opportunities to reduce energy usage with a FREE energy assessment that includes free and discounted products for your home. Com Ed has partnered with your natural gas utility to bring electric and natural gas savings to you. Homeowners, call 1-630 929-2231 to schedule your assessment. More information
Community Care Program Referral for In Home Help
Adult Day Service is designed especially for older adults who want to remain in the community but who cannot be home alone during the day due to a physical, social and/or mental impairment. Adult day service also provides respite for family caregivers, especially those who are employed outside the home, and socialization for isolated older adults. Services offered in adult day service centers include health, medication supervision, personal care and recreational/therapeutic activities. Nutritious lunches and snacks are served, and special diets are provided. More information
Diaper Bank
Fremont Township is a member of the Diaper Bank Partnership of Lake County. This service can provide 30 diapers per month (adult and child) to residents in need. Call 847 223-2847 to inquire. If you are not a Fremont Township resident, but in need of diapers, go to https://www.keepingfamiliescovered.org/get-help to sign up and learn how to pick up diapers.
DMV Phone Number for Appointment
Duplicate Drivers License or State ID
You may now order a Duplicate Drivers License or State ID at www.cyberdriveillinois.com
Duplicate Social Security Card
Open a my Social Security account to request a replacement Social Security Card online. You can request the card online if you are a United States citizen age 18 or older, have a U.S. mailing address, are requesting a name change or any other change to your card, have a valid driver's license or a state issued identification card and have a valid email address. www.socialsecurity.gov/my account
Elder Abuse Reporting Referral
Lifescape is the reporting agency. They can be reached at 815 490-1125 More Information
Elder Care for Transportation
Referral to Elder Care at 847 406-4683. Appointments are made 10 days in advance. They do not charge for the service but appreciate a $10 donation.
Email Newsletter
Fremont Township sends an email newsletter with local information, programs and emergencies. To sign up Click here
Emergency Assistance
Emergency Assistance is an annual assistance program that helps residents alleviate a life-threatening circumstance or to assist in self-sufficiency. Some circumstances may include eviction or past due rent or mortgage, utility disconnection, or prescription assistance. Applicant must be a township resident and meet the guidelines set forth by the Township Supervisor.
Food Pantry
Fremont Township operates a food pantry which assists township residents who are experiencing financial difficulty or on a fixed income with non-perishable food products. You must be a township resident to receive items. The food pantry is open during normal business hours but the recipient should call to schedule a pickup time. We accept donations of non-perishable food items, paper products, cleaning supplies, toiletries, grocery store gift cards, and cash.
General Assistance
General Assistance is a monthly assistance program that assists with living expenses and may include medical assistance. Applicant must be a township resident and meet the guidelines set forth by The Township Officials of Illinois.
Handicapped Parking Placard Applications
Applications to receive a permanent or temporary handicapped parking placard are available at the township office. You can bring your completed application to our office and we will fax it to the Secretary of State’s office. To find out more, go to http://www.cyberdriveillinois.com/services/persons_with_disabilities/disabilities.html.
Homebound State ID Program
The Homebound State ID program is a service program for older adults, bedridden individuals and people with disabilities who are unable to leave their homes to obtain a state ID card from a Secretary of State facility. The card may be used for identification purposes in the same way as a standard driver’s license is used for identification.
Certain documents are required to obtain the card. Once an applicant submits the information via our web form below, we will determine eligibility and the documents required to complete the transaction. For assistance to help determine if you or your loved one qualifies for this service, call 312-814-3121.
Lake County Housing Authority Over 55 Housing Referral
Lending Closet
Lending Closet
Fremont Township partners with Wauconda Township. Please call 847 526-2631 for wheelchairs, walkers, hi-rise toilet seats, etc. They are located at 505 W Bonner in Wauconda.
Living Room Wellness Center
Provides a safe comfortable, inviting environment where skilled Certified Recovery Support Specialists (CRSS) provide crisis intervention referrals and other needed services for guests experiencing a crisis. More Information
Low-Income Heating Assistance Program
LIHEAP is an annual assistance program that helps with the high cost of winter heating. You must meet the income guidelines.
Meals On Wheels
To register and participate in a comprehensive assessment, call the Senior Case Management at (847) 546-5733. No customer is ever denied a meal due to their inability or unwillingness to make a donation toward the cost of their meal.
NICOR Sharing Program
This program provides energy assistance for NICOR customers only. You must meet the income guidelines and did not receive a LIHEAP grant in the same fiscal year. Please call Nancy Lech @ 847.223.2847 for additional information and to schedule an appointment or visit Nicor Gas Sharing Program.
PACE Bus Service
Register for the new Ride Lake County expanded service by calling the Pace Call Center at 1-800-201-6446
On May 1, 2022, Ride Lake County, a countywide, borderless paratransit service with flexible on demand service, geared toward seniors age 60+ and individuals with mobility limitations will be launched.
Ride Lake County will provide eligible users of this public transportation option access to all areas of Lake County, for work, medical trips, groceries and more.
Riders will call a dedicated number to schedule trips in advance. All Ride Lake County vehicles are wheelchair accessible and provide curb-to-curb service from your desired pick up and drop off locations.
The new service will run from 6 a.m. – 6 p.m. weekdays and weekends, with no service on holidays. One-way fare costs will vary between $2.00 and $6.00 depending on how far you travel.
For more information on the expanded service:
Ride Lake County brochure - English (PDF)
Ride Lake County brochure - Spanish (PDF)
Ride Lake County Rider's Guide - English (PDF)
Ride Lake County Rider's Guide - Spanish (PDF)
Passport Renewal Referral
Does your passport need to be renewed? Click here for the paperwork.
- Is submitted with your application
- Is undamaged (other than normal "wear and tear")
- Was issued when you were age 16 or older
- Was issued within the last 15 years
- Was issued in your current name (or you can document your name change with an original or certified copy of your marriage certificate, divorce decree, or court order)
Prescription Drug Card
Download the prescription drug card for savings.
Recycling Programs
Shoes, eyeglasses, blankets and sheets can be recycled at our office. Outside our main door is a bin for shoes and a bin for blankets and sheets (for animal shelters). The bin for eyeglasses in located in our lobby. We also have a textile bin for clothing, purses and belts.
RTA / METRA Reduced Fare Pass
Applications are available to receive a Senior / Disabled Reduced Fare RTA/METRA Pass. You must be 65 years of age or disabled and bring in an Illinois State I.D. or Drivers License. If disabled, there is a section on the application for the physician to fill out or if you are receiving Social Security Disability, you need to bring in your Notice of Award letter. We will take your picture free of charge. It normally takes 3 weeks to receive your pass. The Free Ride Pass is for Benefit Access recipients only. Schedules are available at the township. For more information, please visit the RTA Reduced Fare Program webpage.
RUOK-Wellness Check
“Are You Okay?” is a personal wellness check the lake County Sheriff's office makes by telephone to the homebound - living alone residents, at a pre-determined time each day. You may contact the Records Section via email or at 847-377-4200 and register by completing the packet:
https://www.lakecountyil.gov/DocumentCenter/View/1638/RUOK-Registration-Packet-PDF?bidId=
A Safe Place Referral
Providing shelter, court advocacy, referrals, and comprehensive counseling programs for victims of domestic violence - women and children who have been physically, verbally, or emotionally abused. Location undisclosed (northeastern Illinois)
24-hour helpline: 847-249-4450 or 1-800-600-SAFE | Office: 847-731-7165 | TTY: 847-249-6557
SAFELINK Phone
If you qualify for LIHEAP or SNAP, you may be eligible to receive a free cell phone with 350 minutes a month.
Senior/Disabled Half-Fare Taxi Coupons
Fremont Township has contracted with American Taxi to provide ½ fare taxi coupons for Seniors and Disabled Residents. The goal of this program is to provide transportation to areas that our Dial-A Ride buses do not service. Coupon books are purchased at the Township Office for $15.00 and are worth $30.00. Please visit the program's webpage for important details.
SeniorHelp Part B & D
If you qualify for LIHEAP and meet the asset guidelines, you may be eligible for the State of Illinois to pay your Medicare Part B and Part D monthly premiums.
Share-the-Harvest Program
Donors provide groceries or grocery store gift cards to make a Thanksgiving meal for less fortunate township residents. We have seniors and families to provide for. Please call if you would like to donate or if you would like to be a recipient.
Ship Counselor
Fremont Township has a SHIP Counselor available for Fremont Township residents to help you compare your current Medicare drug plan to new options to see if a different prescription plan better suits your needs or is less costly. This service is free. The spots are filling up quickly.
Social Service Agency Referrals
If you have a problem that we cannot assist with, we can refer you to the appropriate agency. Please call us at 847-223-2847 or stop by our office.
Voter Registration
Please visit our Voter Registration web page.