Consumer Assistance

The Consumer Assistance team of highly experienced Resource Specialists is available to help you identify and apply for the broadest possible range of benefits and support services available to older adults.

CJE’s Consumer Assistance staff provides a person-centered service that helps people find ways to reduce expenses and increase income so they can live in the community with dignity and respect as they age. Service is available at many locations across Chicagoland in English and Russian. All assistance is free of charge.

Services

More information about Consumer Assistance

For the Health of It!

Discover For the Health of It!—the first installment of a quarterly column by Dr. Danilovich—exploring the frailty syndrome in older adults.

The Leonard Schanfield Research Institute: An Overview

Learn how to apply findings of a research study to real life in our “Research Snapshot.”

Get Smart about Health Insurance through SHIP

Senior Health Insurance Program Counseling & Help (SHIP)

CJE SeniorLife’s SHIP counselors receive ongoing training and education to keep up with frequent changes in the complex healthcare system.

Call Us at 773.508.1000 for a FREE consultation.

Benefits Counseling

Just call CJE’s main phone number and an expertly-trained “Entry Group” staff member will listen—and evaluate—your particular needs and concerns.

We are your Free Information and Referral Service

Frequently Asked Questions

Entry Group Resource Specialists can answer a brief question about eligibility or provide an in-depth consultation about where to seek assistance based on a particular situation.

Receive a FREE consultation on a variety of housing options.

Housing Resource Center

Our Resource Specialists provide information about a variety of housing options available not just through CJE.

Meet our Team

If CJE cannot meet your needs, we will attempt to refer you to another community agency. It is our goal to assist you in getting connected with the services and benefits you need.