For Older Adults

Adults 62 years and older who reside within District 214 boundaries are eligible for a free District 214 Community Education Gold Card Club membership.

Gold Card Club members are entitled to register for most Community Education classes at a 15% discount. They can also attend many school athletic events as well as musical and dramatic performances at District high schools free of charge.

A Gold Card newsletter is typically sent to members 3 times per year in the fall, winter, and spring. The newsletter includes the high school performances that are free as well as additional programs available to members.

You can apply for Gold Card Club membership in person at the Community Education office in the Forest View Educational Center or online by submitting an electronic form. Those who submit the form electronically will have their card mailed to them within seven business days.

Download the most recent Gold Card Newsletter

A-OK Program

Through this intergenerational home maintenance program, student volunteers from District 214 high schools are able to help older adults with tasks such as:

• Yard cleanup

• Minor plumbing repairs

• Raking leaves

• Testing/installing smoke detectors

Students are supervised by knowledgeable adult volunteers. Services are available to homeowners 60 years of age or older who live within the attendance area of a District 214 high school and meet low-income eligibility guidelines. Services are provided on a donation basis.

For more information, contact Linda Schmidt at 847-718-7705 or click here to send an email.

Senior Celebration Day

Senior Celebration Day, now in its 31st year, honors the contributions of our community’s senior citizens. 

Senior Celebration Day has been placed on indefinite hold due to the current coronavirus pandemic. More information about the event will be available in the future.