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Orland Township to Celebrate May as Older Americans Month
Older Americans can look forward to specially themed drop-in days, a health fair, luncheons, and dinner dances to celebrate.
ORLAND PARK, IL — Every May, the Administration for Community Living leads the nation’s observance of Older Americans Month (OAM). The 2023 theme is Aging Unbound, which offers an opportunity to explore diverse aging experiences and discuss how communities can combat stereotypes. Join Orland Township in promoting flexible thinking about aging – and how we all benefit when older adults remain engaged, independent, and included.
Older Americans can look forward to specially themed drop-in days, a health fair, luncheons, and dinner dances to continue the celebrations.
Every Thursday and Friday in May, the Orland Township Drop-In Center will be loaded with fun in honor of Orland Township seniors, including parties themed for a Kentucky Derby Celebration, Cinco de Mayo Celebration, Mother’s Day, and Armed Forces Day! Seniors will have the opportunity to socialize, play bingo, and enjoy a delicious lunch.
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A special Pizza Bingo Bash will be held on May 5 from 5-7:30 p.m. Back again by popular demand, don’t miss this intergenerational event as Orland Township serves dinner, calls bingo, and presents the winners with awesome prizes! Free to residents, must call (708) 403-4222 to register.
Additionally, Orland Township will host a FREE Senior Health Fair on Wednesday, May 31, from 9 a.m. until noon at Orland Township, 14807 S. Ravinia Ave., Orland Park. Several local organizations will be on site with giveaways, raffle prizes and senior-related information. Several free health services will also be available, including basic cholesterol testing, total lipid profile testing, blood pressure screenings, and hearing screenings.
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“We look forward to the annual celebration of older adults in our community throughout the entire month of May!” said Orland Township Supervisor Paul O’Grady. “Since part of this year’s Older Americans Month is about the opportunity to explore diverse aging experiences, we’re excited to offer plenty of activities for our crowd to engage in.”
For more information on programs, services, and events being held at Orland Township, visit the website, orlandtownship.org, or call (708) 403-4222. Be sure to like the Orland Township Facebook page for more updates.
