News, Events, Publications and Announcements
In this section you will find links to information about upcoming AgeOptions events, as well as our newsletters, news releases, annual reports and news from other sources concerning older adults.
Benefits Presentation at North Riverside Public Library
AgeOptions invites community members to attend our IL Senior Medicare Patrol event.
Benefits Presentation at Chicago Heights Public Library
AgeOptions invites community members to attend our IL Senior Medicare Patrol event.
Benefits Presentation at Berkeley Public Library
AgeOptions invites community members to attend our IL Senior Medicare Patrol event.
Benefits Presentation at Chicago Ridge Public Library
AgeOptions invites community members to attend our IL Senior Medicare Patrol event.
Celebrating The Past, Transforming The Future Video
20th Annual Networking Event video Celebrating Our Past, Transforming Our Future featuring our programs and partners.
Receive the Needs Assessment Survey Report
Read the Needs Assessment Survey Results to learn about how transportation, housing, nutrition, and more is viewed by older adults in suburban Cook County.
Implementing H.R.1 Work Requirements: The Medical Frailty Exemption
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
In January of 2027, adults ages 19–64 covered under the ACA Medicaid expansion in Illinois will need to start meeting a work requirement to keep their health coverage due to changes enacted by the H.R.1 ‘One Big Beautiful Bill Ac…
Public Meetings on Illinois Benefit Administration
This resource provides information about public meetings with key government stakeholders that professionals can opt to attend. These meetings offer insight into health benefits policy and administrative decisions and may provide opportunities to se…
Medicare Planfinder D-SNP Walk Through
This resource walks through how to use the Medicare Planfinder to locate and compare D-SNP plans. It contains screenshots of the Planfinder coupled with tips for interpreting and comparing plan details. Intended for counselors new to using Planfin…
Avisery’s Frequently Asked Questions on Illinois D-SNPs for Professionals
Avisery has compiled a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document on Illinois D-SNPs. Please note, that this document is intended for professionals and will be updated periodically.
Click here for the FAQ.
Avisery Recorded Training on Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan
Avisery is pleased to offer a recording of our September 29th 90-minute training on Illinois Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs). This training reviews more in depth what D-SNPs, Illinois D-SNP eligibility and enrollment, Illinois D-SNP benef…
Did You Remember Your Flu Shot?
It’s Really Important!
While concerns about COVID-13 remain top of mind for older adults, don’t neglect to get a flu shot as it is also important to your health and that of your loved ones. Getting a flu vaccine is as important as ever, espe…
Illinois Medicaid Appeals Webinar 2025
Avisery and Legal Aid Chicago led a webinar on the process for filing Medicaid appeals in Illinois. (The recording can be accessed by clicking the image below.)
A huge thank you to our presenter, Steven Scheuer, Supervising Attorney, Public B…