Orland Township is a Key Center, providing photo service and registration.  Senior Citizens age 65 or older can register in person for the Seniors Ride Free Card.  Persons that are disabled and are receiving help through the State of Illinois Program IL-1363 may also register for the free ride program.  There is a $5.00 fee for Orland Township residents; non residents pay an $8.00 fee.

Orland Township, in conjunction with EMB Suppliers, sponsors a Diabetic Shoe Entitlement Program to benefit individuals with diabetes. The program, certified by Medicare and partnered with the American Diabetes Association, provides protective and therapeutic footwear at no cost for individuals living with diabetes. Diabetics, who are covered by Medicare, are entitled to one pair of shoes per year, plus three pairs of insoles. The individually fitted shoes feature extra-depth, molded insoles and protected toes, designed exclusively for comfort and support. In order to qualify for the program, you must be under a comprehensive plan of care for diabetes with a physician and have him/her sign a certification statement.  For more information, please contact the Orland Township office at (708) 403-4222.

The Illinois Telecommunications Access Corporation (ITAC) has expanded its mandated program to include free amplified telephones to those who qualify. Requirements are: they must be a resident of Illinois, they must have a standard phone service in their home, and they must have their physician certify that they are unable to use the standard phone service. There are no age or income requirements. If you or someone you know is in need of this service, please stop by the Orland Township Office to pick up an application. 

How can a senior citizen find a dependable handyman (someone who typically deals with projects that are too small for large contractors and too tricky or time consuming for the average homeowner) to do some work around the house? Hiring a local handyman can be a challenge.  How do you find someone who will return your calls, show up on time, do the job right and finish it?   Seniors want someone reliable, who will return phone calls, do the job right and finish it in a timely manner!  Orland Township has expanded their handyman program to include qualified and professional “handymen” to handle your minor home repair needs.   For more information please contact Kathy Kenyeri, Senior Services Coordinator at (708) 403-4222.

There are many things in life that are out of our hands. Five Wishes gives you a way to control something very important-how you are treated if you become seriously ill. It is an easy to complete form that let’s you say exactly what you want. Once it is filled out and properly signed, it is valid under the law in Illinois.

Five Wishes is the first living will that talks about your personal, emotional and spiritual needs as well as your medical wishes. It lets you choose the person you want to make health care decisions for you if you are not able to make them for yourself. Five Wishes lets you say exactly how you wish to be treated if you get seriously ill. It was written with the help of The American Bar Association’s Commission on the Legal Problems of the Elderly, and the nation’s leading experts in end-of-life care. It’s also easy to use. All you have to do is check a box, circle a direction, or write a few sentences. For more information, contact the Orland Township office.

Orland Township provides monthly day and overnight trips to various locations.  Ticket prices include meals, entrance fees (when appropriate), and motor coach transportation. For information regarding the bus pick-up and drop off locations please contact the Orland Township office at (708) 403-4222.

Orland Township offers luncheons that include a hot catered meal and an afternoon of entertainment by fantastic performers such as singers, musicians, and comedians. Lunch generally consists of an entrée, vegetable, potato, salad, rolls, dessert, and beverage served promptly at noon. Tickets are sold on a first come, first serve basis.  Tickets for each event go on sale at 8:00 a.m. on the specified date.  Tickets are limited to two per person and are non-transferable. In the event of a cancellation, a full refund will be given prior to the refund deadline on the ticket. After the deadline, refunds will be given if the ticket can be resold to someone on the waiting list if applicable.  Please see the event calendar for dates and details.

We encourage you to participate in these luncheons that are cost-effective and very enjoyable!