Illinois 211 Health & Human Services

Senior Healthcare · Illinois · Free

Dial 211 for free 24/7 information on health, food, housing, and social services in Illinois. Worth contacting for adults 65+ without a primary care doctor, or those whose current doctor doesn't specialize in older adults. Most clinics accept Medicare Advantage, Original Medicare with supplemental, and Medicaid; ask about specific plans before booking. Beers Criteria lists medications that are riskier for older adults — geriatricians actively de-prescribe when the harm-benefit balance shifts. Free...

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Address: Statewide

Hours: Varies

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  • American Geriatrics Society — Find a geriatrician in your area through the AGS provider directory. Built for seniors needing geriatric primary care, low-cost specialty vi
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