Meet your Senior Advocate, Peggy Gillen

The Wauconda Township Senior Advocate’s role is to sustain and improve the quality of life for individuals age 60 and older and their caregivers by providing social services in a variety of forms. Referrals to area home care, assisted living/memory care and health companies can be given.

Peggy can assist Wauconda Township residents in connecting with SHIP counseling (Senior Health Insurance Program) for Medicare, Medicaid and Social Security related issues.

She offers assistance, also in applying for Benefits Access program. After qualifying for this program, a person will be eligible for two discounts for two years: A Ride-Free pass with the RTA and a reduction on the price of their license plate sticker.

Assistance with applications for hearing aids and eyeglasses for low-income people. Managing the medical equipment lending closet and planning monthly events.

Senior Resources

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Benefit Access Program Information

RTA Senior - Download Application

We would like to a moment and express our extreme gratitude to our retiring Senior Advocate, Lisa Knight. As she retires with over 13 years of dedicated service to the Township, we want to thank her for everything that she has done for our community. Her commitment as Senior Advocate has made a meaningful difference in the lives of so many residents.

Through Lisa's compassion, patience, and unwavering support, she helped ensure that our seniors felt heard, valued, and connected. Whether Lisa was assisting individuals with resources, advocating for their needs, or simply offering a listening ear, her work reflected genuine care and professionalism.

Lisa's impact reaches far beyond the programs she helped lead—she built trust, strengthened our community, and improved the quality of life for countless people. The relationships formed and the legacy of service she leaves behind will continue to inspire us.

Thank you for your 13 years of dedication, leadership, and kindness. We wish Lisa a retirement filled with happiness, relaxation, and all the things that she enjoys most. Lisa will be greatly missed, but her contributions to the Township will not be forgotten.

With appreciation and best wishes for the future.

RTA Senior - Online Portal

Medical Equipment Lending Closet

The Township maintains a medical equipment closet. Items are taken as donations and lent at no charge to those recovering from surgeries or injuries. These items may be borrowed for the duration of recovery or until clients receive a Medicare covered replacement. Please call Peggy Gillen at 847-526-1800 to reserve an item(s).

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Senior Transportation Services

847-526-8688

Lisa Iverson

Senior Transportation Driver

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Wauconda Township Active Adult Activities

Cards and Game Players Club

FREE- Every Thursday 12:30-3:30 p.m. Pinochle, Canasta, Golf, Dominoes, Sequence or a game of your choice to teach the group! Join this fun loving club when you can, bring your own drink and share snacks. Lots of laughs each week at the Wauconda Township Hall. Need a ride? Call Senior Transportation at 847-526-8688.
Zumba Gold

The easy to follow program that let’s you move to the beat at your own speed. Every Monday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Wauconda Township Hall. A nominal fee of $5.00 per class per person.

FLOWER ARRANGING

All You Ever Wanted To Know About Cicadas But Were Afraid To Ask

Lake County Forest Preserve District gave a presentation on these fascinating creatures and how they impact Lake County. This is a collaboration between Catholic Charities of Lake County Senior Services and Wauconda Township.