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Ombudsman volunteers needed (Will, Kankakee, and Grundy Counties)
Catholic Charities’ Ombudsman Program: Protecting the rights of those who live in long-term care facilities. Catholic Charities’ Ombudsman Program protects and promotes the rights and quality of life for those who reside in long-term care facilities in Kankakee, Will, and Grundy Counties. Staff and volunteers in the Ombudsman Program are advocates who…
Mobile Food Pantries: January 2020
The Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet Mobile Food Pantry is a traveling food pantry that delivers nutritious food (meat, produce and nonperishable items) to people in need. Participants are asked to bring bags, laundry baskets, boxes, carts or wagons to transport your food and grocery products through the line and…
A Matter of Balance (Kankakee)
Do you have concerns about falling? Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet is hosting A MATTER OF BALANCE, an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. YOU WILL LEARN…
Career Opportunities at Catholic Charities’ St. Elizabeth Residences
Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet (through its partnership with Evergreen Real Estate Services) is seeking applicants for a part time leasing agent and a part time maintenance and janitorial technician at St. Elizabeth Residences, an affording senior living community in Channahon. All candidates must enjoy working with seniors. The leasing…
Tai Chi Classes (Bradley and Manteno)
If you are age 60 or older, join Catholic Charities for FREE, gentle exercise classes designed for all fitness levels! Classes will consist of therapeutic Tai Chi chair exercises, full body stretching, and a basic 9 form Tai Chi set. You are guaranteed to feel energized without even breaking a…
A Matter of Balance Classes (Bradley and Frankfort)
Do you have concerns about falling? Many older adults experience concerns about falling and restrict their activities. A MATTER OF BALANCE is an award-winning program designed to manage falls and increase activity levels. This program emphasizes practical strategies to manage falls. YOU WILL LEARN TO: view falls as controllable…
Mobile Food Pantries: December 2019
The Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet Mobile Food Pantry is a traveling food pantry that delivers nutritious food (meat, produce and nonperishable items) to people in need. Participants are asked to bring bags, laundry baskets, boxes, carts or wagons to transport your food and grocery products through the line and…
Companionship for Homebound Seniors in Grundy County
Catholic Charities’ Senior Companion Program (SCP) is looking for individuals age 60 and over who live in Grundy County and are in need of additional assistance. This free program is designed to help homebound seniors remain living independently in their own homes. Individuals receiving services from the Senior Companion Program…
Volunteers needed in Iroquois County!
Catholic Charities’ Senior Companion Program (SCP) is looking for people 55 years and older who are interested in visiting with another senior who is homebound and living in Iroquois County. The possibilities are endless: have a cup of coffee, take a walk in the yard, go out to lunch, shop,…
November 2019 Mobile Food Pantries
The Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet Mobile Food Pantry delivers nutritious food (meat, produce and nonperishable items) to people in need. Participants are asked to bring bags, laundry baskets, boxes, carts or wagons to transport your food and grocery products through the line and back to your vehicle. A representative…
