Senior Fair Planned At Lemont CORE

LEMONT, IL — State Senator John Curran and State Representative John Egofske will host a free senior health fair at the Lemont Park District CORE Fitness Center on Sept. 13, from 9 a.m. to noon.

The CORE is located at 16050 W. 127th St.

"This free outreach event allows seniors the chance to gain helpful information and connect with their peers and representatives," Curran said in a release. “Whether you’re looking for a convenient health screening or just want to enjoy some refreshments and conversation, we hope you will join us for this community event.”

Participants include healthcare, government, senior living groups, community organizations and more.

"This Senior Fair is a fantastic way for seniors to get up to date on their immunizations, safely dispose of their prescription drugs, and speak with dozens of vendors about topics ranging from safe driving habits to how state agencies can better serve them," Egofske said in a release. “I look forward to seeing everyone there!”

At the event, medical professionals will be offering a variety of screenings, including blood pressure, glucose, flu shots, balance screening, colon cancer screening, fall risk assessment, body mass index, cholesterol screening and more.

A multitude of vendors will be on-site to work with local seniors on helpful topics such as driving classes, utility savings, and assisted living opportunities. Attendees are also encouraged to bring unwanted prescription drugs and flags for proper disposal.

Participants include: AAA Chicago, Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital, Advocate Medical Center, Aetna Better Health, Age Options, Aging Care Connections, Athletico, Bee Well Collective, BrightStar Naperville, Citizens Utility Board, Commonwealth Edison, Cook County States Attorney’s Office, Devoted Health Plans, DuPage County Community Services, DuPage County Health Department, DuPage County Sheriff’s Office, DuPage County States Attorney’s Office, DuPage County Veterans Assistance Commission, Franciscan Village, Gentle Cure, Heritage Woods of Bolingbrook, High Hopes AFG, Home for Life Advantage, Humana, Illinois Department on Aging, Illinois Home Care Ombudsman, Illinois Psychiatric Society, Illinois Retina Associates, Illinois State Police, Juice Plus, King Bruwaert House, Lemont Fire Protection District, Lemont Park District, Lemont Police Department, Lemont Public Library, Lemont Township, Marian Village, Meridian Health, Naperville Adult Day Services, National Ovarian Cancer Coalition, Neuro Speech Connections, Office of the Illinois Attorney General, Office of the Illinois Comptroller, Office of the Illinois Secretary of State, Office of the Illinois Treasurer, Osco Drug, PACE, Pathlights, RTA, Secretary of State Organ Donor, Silver Cross Hospital, Soarella, St. Croix Hospice, Synergy Homecare, T.O.P.S., United Healthcare, VFW Post 5819, and Wellcare.