Family Caregiver Support

08/26/2026

CCSI will be at Living Well United Senior Center in LeRoy tomorrow from 1:00p - 3:00p! Come see us for Senior Information Services and Caregiver Services!

08/26/2026

The OSF Support Group Meeting is ZOOM ONLY Tonight!
Topic: Caretaker's Path Support Group
Time: Aug 26, 2026 05:30 PM
Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/95116246535
Meeting ID: 951 1624 6535
One tap mobile: 13126266799

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08/18/2026

Updates from the City of Bloomington, Illinois After Storm Clean Up!
See Below for details!

CLEANING UP AFTER THE STORMS? HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
Due to the overwhelming amount of storm and flood debris across Bloomington, the City will waive additional $30 bucket fees for curbside bulk collection. You do not need to report your damage to the City to have the fees waived.

Residents normally receive one bucket of curbside bulk collection at no charge every other week, with a $30 fee for each additional bucket. Those additional bucket fees will be waived for an initial two-week period and will be reevaluated as cleanup continues.

We still need you to report your storm or flood damage. Residential and business damage assessments are being collected to document the extent and cost of damage throughout the area. That information is important in determining whether our community reaches the thresholds necessary to pursue potential state and federal assistance.

Residential Damage Assessment:
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/56bafe3b44854af192993d73a2201765
Business Damage Assessment:
https://survey123.arcgis.com/share/fb4e9c048835436bb00bcd83429b9b12

The more complete the picture of our community’s damage, the better the information available as we work toward potential state and federal assistance. If your home or business sustained damage, please report it.

SPOILED FOOD & GARBAGE
If you lost food due to the power outages, you may place additional bags of spoiled food and household garbage out with your regular garbage collection without purchasing extra garbage stickers.

Please do not overfill your garbage cart. Place additional securely tied bags alongside your cart for collection.

BRUSH & LIMBS
Have brush and limbs you can haul yourself? The Citizen Convenience Center is open Wednesday 11:00 a.m. - 6:45 p.m.
Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday 7:00 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Saturday (Before Lunch) 7:00 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.
Saturday (After Lunch) 11:30 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.

The Center is for brush and limbs; flood-damaged household bulk should remain at the curb for collection.

With the significant amount of debris across Bloomington, curbside collection may take longer than usual. Collection may extend beyond the initial two-week fee-waiver period. Please leave properly placed materials at the curb for crews.

We appreciate your patience as crews continue working through the increased volume across the city.

Regular bulk, garbage and Citizen Convenience Center guidelines still apply.

07/17/2026

🧩 Feeling lost in the Medicare maze? You're not alone!
Part A, Part B, Part D... deadlines, costs, penalties, supplements—oh my! Medicare can feel like a giant puzzle, but it doesn't have to.
Join our Medicare 101 Seminar and let our SHIP Counselors help you navigate the twists and turns. We'll break down the basics, answer your questions, and help you understand your options so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
✅ New to Medicare?
✅ Turning 65 soon?
✅ Just need a refresher?
We've got you covered!
📅 Tuesday, August 25th & December 29th, 2026
🕟 4:30 – 6:00 PM
📍 CCSI Case Coordination, LLC
3601 General Electric Road, Suite 2, Bloomington
Space is limited, so please call 309-661-6400 to reserve your spot.
No confusing jargon. No sales pitches. Just unbiased information and helpful guidance. 😊

🧩 Feeling lost in the Medicare maze? You're not alone!

Part A, Part B, Part D... deadlines, costs, penalties, supplements—oh my! Medicare can feel like a giant puzzle, but it doesn't have to.

Join our Medicare 101 Seminar and let our SHIP Counselors help you navigate the twists and turns. We'll break down the basics, answer your questions, and help you understand your options so you can make informed decisions with confidence.

✅ New to Medicare?
✅ Turning 65 soon?
✅ Just need a refresher?

We've got you covered!

📅 Tuesday, August 25th & December 29th, 2026
🕟 4:30 – 6:00 PM
📍 CCSI Case Coordination, LLC
3601 General Electric Road, Suite 2, Bloomington

Space is limited, so please call 309-661-6400 to reserve your spot.

No confusing jargon. No sales pitches. Just unbiased information and helpful guidance. 😊

06/01/2026

The Splash Pads are Open!!

See original post for locations!

🎉Splashpads are set to open May 26 for the season.
✨Season: May through mid October (Weather Permitting)
⏰Hours of Operation: Daily from 9:30AM–8PM
💸Fee: FREE
📍Locations:
McGraw Park – 3202 Cornelius Dr.
Miller Park – 1020 S. Morris Ave.
O’Neil Park – 1515 W. Chestnut St.
Tipton Park – 2201 Stone Mountain Blvd.

05/08/2026

Community members 55 and older who are not yet taking advantage of an ARC membership, they want to hear from you! Take the Normal Township ARC Activity & Recreation Center Community Member Survey to share your thoughts on what matters most to you when considering 55+ recreation and let them know how they can best serve you. Survey will be 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝐬𝐭 - 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡. Paper copies of the survey are available at ARC for those who would rather fill one out offline. https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/.../ARCCommunitySurvey
They look forward to learning how they can continue to grow to meet the needs of more older adults throughout McLean County and appreciate any help you can provide.

ARC 10-Year Anniversary Survey for Community Members

05/06/2026

Better Together: Making Bloomington-Normal Dementia Friendly
The Dementia Friendly Task Force for Bloomington-Normal needs your input! Take our short, anonymous survey to help us understand local needs and improve support for persons with dementia and their caregivers. Your voice will shape our future action plan.
For more information, contact Kathryn Johnson, Community Liaison, ECIAAA, [email protected] or Sara Attig, Health & Family Educator, U of I Extension, [email protected].
Survey Link: go.illinois.edu/DementiaFriendlyBN

Better Together: Making Bloomington-Normal Dementia Friendly
The Dementia Friendly Task Force for Bloomington-Normal needs your input! Take our short, anonymous survey to help us understand local needs and improve support for persons with dementia and their caregivers. Your voice will shape our future action plan.
For more information, contact Kathryn Johnson, Community Liaison, ECIAAA, [email protected] or Sara Attig, Health & Family Educator, U of I Extension, [email protected].

Survey Link: go.illinois.edu/DementiaFriendlyBN

04/13/2026

💚 April is Stress Awareness Month 💚
And let’s be honest… you know who really knows stress?
👉 CAREGIVERS. 💪✨
If you’re caring for someone you love, your stress matters too. Watch out for these signs of caregiver burnout (they can sneak up on you! 👀):
🚨 Burnout Red Flags
😴 Physical Exhaustion – Always tired, sleep changes, skipping your own health needs
🎭 Emotional Rollercoaster – Irritable, overwhelmed, or feeling down
🏝️ Isolation – Pulling away from friends or activities you once loved
🧠 Brain Fog – Trouble focusing or making simple decisions
💡 Now for the good stuff—ways to lower stress and refill your cup:
✅ Set Boundaries – It is more than okay to say no and put your needs on the list
🤝 Seek Support – Lean on family, friends, or caregiver support groups (like Caregiver Action Network!)
🙋‍♀️ Accept Help – If someone offers, say YES. Respite care = recharge time
🌿 Practice Self-Care – Even 10–15 minutes a day counts! Walk, breathe, read—no guilt allowed
📅 Get Organized – Apps and calendars can help reduce last-minute chaos
💬 Friendly reminder: You can’t pour from an empty cup. Taking care of you makes you a better caregiver—not a selfish one. 💖
Drop a 💚 if you’re a caregiver, or tag someone who deserves a little reminder today.
📲If you need a little extra support or ideas on how to bust through the stress, reach out to our Family Caregiver Advisor who is here to listen and offer support and resources! (309) 661-6400

04/07/2026

Are you at the point in life where you're thinking about Wills & Living Trusts? No better time than the present to get those ducks in a row! 🦆🦆🦆🦆 Join the The Institute for Financial Education
in this educational session! It provides a general overview of how Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney function, along with common estate-planning concepts individuals and families may consider when organizing their personal and financial affairs.
Register: https://www.yoursvp.com/KEYJUP
Tue / Apr 14
Bloomington Public Library
205 E Olive St
Bloomington, IL 61701
Wed / Apr 15
Activity & Recreation Center (ARC)
600 E Willow St
Normal, IL 61761
10:00 AM
Wed / Apr 15
Normal Public Library (Community Room)
206 W College Ave
Normal, IL 61761
1:30 PM