 SENIOR SERVICES A LETTER FROM THE MAYOR Dear Seniors, RESIDENTS OF Berwyn take enormous pride in being part of a close-knit community. Neighbors help neighbors, families stick together and everbody cares for their elders. As mayor, I will hold my administration to that same standard. When the people of Berwyn went to the polls, in 2009, they sent a clear message: When times get tough, we need more city services, not less. We need to work harder to keep our streets safe and our roads plowed. And now more than ever, we must ensure that our seniors receive the care and attentions they deserve. I look forward to serving you, during my administration. Sincerely,  Mayor of Berwyn GRASS CUTTING, LEAF AND SNOW REMOVAL Through Berwyn’s Senior Outreach Program, we can assist you with grass cutting, leaf and snow removal. These programs have been created to help our elderly or disabled citizens for whom some tasks have become too challenging. These programs are limited to single family homes on a standard of 30’ x 125’ The grass cutting/leaf removal program begins approximately May 1st and concludes approximately November 30th. Both front and back lawns are cut every two (2) weeks when necessary. During the autumn, grass cutting will continue to remove leaves from the lawns. There is a $5 charge per service call. Snow removal begins November 1st and concludes April 1st when the snow fall is 3” or more in Berwyn. Snow is removed from the front walk and steps and will begin after the end of the snowfall. You qualify, if you are a homeowner 65 years of age or disabled, with no able-bodied person under age 65 in residence and meet the annual income guidelines. This program is limited to single family homes only. Any property in excess of the standard lot of 30’ x 125’ will have to pay the proportional difference in cost. Homeowners must complete an application and be approved before becoming a part of the program. Additionally, the grass cutting/leaf removal and snow removal service is offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. For further information or an application, contact the Senior Outreach Program Administrative Assistant at (708) 484-2510.  Senior Lawn Service (Espanol)TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM Hours of operation are 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. with: • First pick up between 9 a.m. and 9:15 a.m. • Last pick up at 4:00 p.m. Senior Transportation Program (Espanol)Passenger must reside in Berwyn, and be at least age 60 or disabled. Prior to using the van program, an application must be completed and returned to Senior Outreach Services, Attention: Administrative Assistant, 6420 West 16th Street, Berwyn, IL 60402. Important Information • Vans are considered on time if arrival is within 15 minutes of the time assigned by the dispatcher • The fee is $1.00 per person, each way • Availability is based on a first-come, first-serve basis • Reservations must be made as far in advance as possible, due to the limited number of seats on the vans • No same day reservations. Reservations must be cancelled in a timely manner in order to accommodate those residents on the waiting list for transportation. • After application is submitted and approved, to make a reservation contact the Administrative Assistant Monday through Friday between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. at (708) 484-2510. • Thursday is grocery shopping day and only grocery shopping appointments are taken from 9 a.m. to at least 2 p.m. Shoppers are limited to no more than three (3) shopping bags each. • There is Saturday Van service every other Saturday from 8:30 am - 1:00 pm (the last pick-up will be 12:30 pm) • Boundaries are: o Madison Avenue going North o I-55 – Stevenson going South o Central Avenue going East o First Avenue going West (including Loyola or Hines) 2009 HANDYMAN PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY: Low to extremely low-income senior REPAIRS: Most minor repairs require at least one hour and no more than a screwdriver or pliers to complete repairs, including:
B) COMING SOON FOR 2010 - MINOR REPAIRS: Qualified senior homeowners will also receive up to $250.00 reimbursement for 50% of the repair cost for pre-approved home repairs. All improvements under this program must be pre-approved. ELIGIBILITY: Low to extremely low-income senior REPAIRS: Most minor repairs requiring more than a screwdriver or pliers to complete repairs, these repairs would demand more than one hour and less than a day, including:
SENIOR APPLICATION  Senior Application Senior Services Application Senior Services Application (Espanol)SENIOR HOME SAFETY CHECKLIST Senior Home Safety ChecklistDISCOUNT MERCHANTS Please note that most city businesses collaborate in Berwyn to provide valuable senior citizen discounts for our seniors: Automobile Repairs/Services, Beauty Shops, Eye Care, Grocery stores, Fitness and Exercise, Funeral homes, Florists, Pharmacies, Home Furnishings, Repairs, Restaurants, Travel Agencies, and so forth. Seniors should call the local Berwyn business nearest to them, to what the discount may entail. |
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