U.S. Department of Justice
Links and Resources pertinent to the Probate Issues:
Courts and Governmental Agencies:
Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois
Clerk of the Circuit Court, DuPage County, Illinois
19th Judicial Circuit Court, Lake County, Illinois
16th Judicial Circuit Court, Kane County, Illinois
Clerk of the Circuit Court, Will County, Illinois
Illinois State Bar Association
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Illinois Agencies and Resources:
Illinois Department of Health and Family Services Administrator of the Medicaid program for Cook County
Illinois Department of Public Health Investigative body for nursing home care; regulation, licensure and inspections of nursing homes. Hotline phone: (800) 252-4343
Illinois Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program Department of Illinois Department on Aging which advocates for nursing home residents. Also investigative body for nursing home complaints. Provides guidance and education for residents and families about residents rights and nursing home care. Phone: (800) 252-8966
Illinois Citizens for Better Care Source for nursing home information and public advocacy for nursing home residents. Phone: (312) 663-5120
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National Agencies – Elder law issues:
Department of Health and Human Services, Administration on Aging: The federal agency dedicated to policy development and planning, and the delivery of supportive home and community-based services to seniors and caregivers.
Alzheimer’s Association Non-profit organization, information and support services to patients and families. Also funds research efforts to find a cure for Alzheimer’s, and provides information on caregiving. Hotline: (800) 272-3900
Children of Aging Parents Another non-profit organization dedicated to the provision of services to families and caregivers of seniors. Phone: (800) 227-7294
Medicare and Medicaid Services – the federal agency which administers health insurance through Medicare and Medicaid. The regulatory body for hospitals, nursing homes and home halth care agencies. Medicare hotline: (800) 633-4227
Center for Medicare Advocacy A national non-profit organization dedicated to the provision of education, training, advocacy and legal assistance to Medicare beneficiaries, patients with chronic conditions, and long-term care recipients. Phone: (860) 456-7790
Medicare Rights Center National non-profit organization offering assistance to seniors and people with disabilities. Offers free educational materials on Medicare and Medicaid programs and services. Hotline: (800) 333-4114
Eldercare Locator A nationwide directory assistance service, dedicated to assisting seniors and caregivers locate appropriate local support and services. Funded by the Administration on Aging. Toll free phone: (800) 677-1116
National Senior Citizens Law Center Offers assistance to legal aid offices and private lawyers working on behalf of lower-income seniors and disabled perople. Acts as a clearinghouse for information on issues such as age discrimination, social security issues, pension plans, Medicaid, Medicare, nursing homes and protective services.
The National Consumer Voice for Quality Long-Term Care Non-profit organization which provides information on nursing home reform. Dedicated to improving quality standards and empowering residents. Provides information on community-based, consumer/citizen action and long-term care ombudsmen groups. Published information on nursing homes and long-term care provided upon request.
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For more information, or to contact Christine C. Karr
