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On behalf of our 1.7 million members, AARP Illinois commends the Illinois Commerce Commission’s decision to reject Peoples Gas’ System Modernization Program (SMP) proposal.
The following statement was issued by AARP Illinois State Director Philippe Largent following the introduction of the FY25 Budget:
AARP Illinois and Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias are working hard to pass legislation that would raise the driving mandatory age to 87 (from the current 79) at which older drivers would be required to take a driving test before renewing their license.
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AARP Provides Quick Steps to Stay Warm, Encourages Residents to Check In on Elderly Friends and Neighbors
By Ryan Gruenenfelder
What are common challenges that caregivers face?
The results are in! As a result of your help, BNC collected 1025 pounds of food for 854 quality meals! Way to go Chicago! The Bronzeville Neighborhood Collaborative, the Chicago Food Depository, AARP Chicago and the Bronzeville Community Thanks You!
State lawmakers recently passed the Employee Sick Leave Act, which allows family caregivers to use up to half of their sick leave benefits at work to take time off for a family member’s illness, injury or medical appointments. AARP Illinois was the leading advocate for the new law, which will take effect Jan. 1.
By Smita Patel, DO
Saturday, November 19th, AARP was proud to support the 2016 Midwest Asian Health Association (MAHA) at a dinner held at Furama Restaurant in Chicago's Chinatown area.
By Leon Benson, MD
by Smita Patel, DO
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