CCSI - Case Coordination Unit

10/16/2026

Join us for the Caregiver outreach this Monday October 19th with our Family Caregiver Advisor! If you're a family caregiver, relative raising children, or a friend who is just looking for resources, come see us at the Gridley Public Library District from 3:00p-4:30p!

10/08/2026

🎄🎅 It's the most wonderful time of the year.... OOPS! Wrong Season!

📢 Medicare Open Enrollment starts on Thursday October 15th!

Our Senior Health Insurance Program Counselors are here to help!
SHIP counselors provide no cost, unbiased, one-on-one help and education to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers!

☎️ Call us today to schedule your appointment!

Mclean County Bloomington Office: (309) 661-6400
Livingston County Pontiac Office: (815) 844-2272
DeWitt County Clinton Office: (217) 518-8010
Clark, Cumberland, Moultrie, Shelby Counties Shelbyville Office: (217) 774-7885

10/06/2026

Caring for a parent with dementia while raising your own kids or working full-time is its own kind of exhausting, especially when you're also trying to keep up with your own life.
GUIDE is a Medicare program built to give you an actual break from it. It covers up to 80 hours a year of respite care, along with a dedicated guide who knows your family's situation and a 24/7 support line.
Eligibility comes down to your parent's diagnosis and their Medicare coverage, not your living situation or income.
You may be eligible if your parent has Original Medicare, Parts A and B, and a diagnosis of dementia, Alzheimer's, or a related condition.
See the first comment to check if you're eligible.

Caring for a parent with dementia while raising your own kids or working full-time is its own kind of exhausting, especially when you're also trying to keep up with your own life.

GUIDE is a Medicare program built to give you an actual break from it. It covers up to 80 hours a year of respite care, along with a dedicated guide who knows your family's situation and a 24/7 support line.

Eligibility comes down to your parent's diagnosis and their Medicare coverage, not your living situation or income.

You may be eligible if your parent has Original Medicare, Parts A and B, and a diagnosis of dementia, Alzheimer's, or a related condition.

See the first comment to check if you're eligible.

10/01/2026

🍂 Medicare Open Enrollment is Almost Here! Are You Ready? 🍂

Don't wait until the last minute to review your Medicare coverage for next year. Open Enrollment begins October 15th. Taking a little time now can help ensure your plan still meets your needs and budget.

✅ Check your mail
Review the Annual Notice of Change (ANOC) from your current plan to see what's changing next year.

✅ Compare your options
Visit Medicare.gov to compare health and prescription drug plans side-by-side.

✅ Look at total costs
Don't focus only on the monthly premium. Review estimated yearly costs, including premiums, deductibles, and prescription drug expenses.

✅ Watch out for scams
Medicare will never call you unexpectedly asking for your Social Security number, banking information, or payment. If something feels suspicious, hang up and report it.

💙 Need help sorting through your options?
CCSI's S.H.I.P. (Senior Health Insurance Program) Counselors are available to assist anyone who is Medicare-eligible. Our counselors can review your current plan to help you determine if you're getting the best value for your healthcare needs or assist you in selecting a new plan.

📞 Reach out today to schedule your appointment!

Mclean County Bloomington Office: (309) 661-6400
Livingston County Pontiac Office: (815) 844-2272
DeWitt County Clinton Office: (217) 518-8010
Clark, Cumberland, Moultrie, Shelby Counties Shelbyville Office: (217) 774-7885

10/01/2026

🧠 2026 Brain Aging Conference is coming soon!
Learn, engage and be inspired by the latest in care and treatment to help those with memory loss. This event is open to the public.

Join Smith Alzheimer's Center at SIU Medicine for 2026 Brain Aging Conference, which provides the latest information on caring for family, friends or others with memory loss.

Hosted by the Smith Alzheimer's Center at SIU Medicine, attendees will have a chance to hear from medical professionals from the Smith Alzheimer's Center, department leaders at SIU Medicine, as well as other caregivers on a range of topics surrounding memory loss.

*There will be a virtual option for those living outside of Springfield. Check back soon for more details on how to join.

Learn, engage and be inspired by the latest in care and treatment to help those with memory loss. This event is open to the public.

09/30/2026

Do you have concerns about falling? Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A Matter of Balance is an evidence based award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels for older adults age 60+. If you think A Matter of Balance would benefit you, see the flyer below for workshop and registration details! Workshop begins October 6th with McLean County Health Department!

09/29/2026

Do you have questions about Medicare and the changes to Medicare for 2027? Join us for a special presentation on October 13th at 10 am at the ARC. RSVP to Stacey at [email protected] or 309.827.7780.

Do you have questions about Medicare and the changes to Medicare for 2027? Join us as we partner with CCSI - Case Coordination Unit for a special presentation on October 13th at 10 am at the ARC. RSVP to Stacey at [email protected] or 309.827.7780.

09/24/2026

Senior Information and Assistance Outreach Today in LeRoy! Our Senior Information Specialists are S.H.I.P. Counselors and can help you apply for local, state, and federal subsidy programs. We help fill out Senior Tax Freeze Forms, Benefit Access Applications for the discounted license plate registration renewal and free RTA card), Medicaid, Medicare Savings Program, Extra Help paying for prescription drugs, SNAP, and more!

Join us at Living Well United Senior Center 209 W. Washington St. LeRoy from 1:00p-3:00p!

09/10/2026

**Attention Connect Mobility Riders and Discount Fare Participants**
If you ride Connect Mobility or receive discounted fares through Connect Transit as a senior, veteran, student, or through another eligible program, you will need a new Rider ID card to continue using your services.
Need Help Switching to Connect Transit's New Fare System?
The good news is that LIFE Center for Independent Living is ready to help!
They can help you:
* Apply for your new Rider ID card
* Learn about Connect Transit’s updated fare system
* Understand the changes and how they affect your rides
Change can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. Reach out to LIFE Center for Independent Living for assistance, and please share this information with anyone who may benefit from their support.
Contact Carson at 309-663-5433 or email him at [email protected] for more information.

**Attention Connect Mobility Riders and Discount Fare Participants**

If you ride Connect Mobility or receive discounted fares through Connect Transit as a senior, veteran, student, or through another eligible program, you will need a new Rider ID card to continue using your services.

Need Help Switching to Connect Transit's New Fare System?

The good news is that LIFE CIL is ready to help!

We can help you:
* Apply for your new Rider ID card
* Learn about Connect Transit’s updated fare system
* Understand the changes and how they affect your rides

Change can feel overwhelming, but you do not have to navigate it alone. Reach out to LIFE CIL for assistance, and please share this information with anyone who may benefit from our support.

Contact Carson at 309-663-5433 or email him at [email protected].

09/09/2026

📢The moment you've been waiting for! The Trualta Caregiver Education Platform now has an app!! Scan the QR code below or search for Trualta in your google or apple store for easier navigation on the platform! The app is free to all caregivers in McLean County thanks to our local East Central Illinois Area Agency on Aging!