Seniors

Lake in the Hills Senior's Club

The Lake in the Hills Senior’s Club is an organization to bring seniors together to meet new people and have some fun.  In addition to playing bingo and cards, they have a monthly guest speaker.  They also participate in holiday luncheons and a variety of “mini trips.” 

 

The Senior’s Club meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of every month at 9:00am in the Village Hall Multipurpose Room.  It costs $6.00 per year to join and is open to all seniors 62 years and older.  For more information, contact Judy Kay at (847) 658-1167.

 

 

 

Senior Transportation Services

 

Grafton Township Residents

If you are a senior aged 55+, you may place a ride reservations by calling (847) 669-3328. The Grafton service is available from 9:00am to 3:30pm, Monday through Friday. For fares and destinations call (847) 669-3328.

 

Algonquin Township Residents

If you are a senior aged 50+, you may place a ride reservations by calling (847) 639-2700, extension 6. The Algonquin service is available from 7:00am to 4:00pm, Monday through Friday. For fares and destinations call (847) 693-2700, extension 6.

Please note the following when using either township service:

• All ride reservations must be scheduled a minimum of  24 hours in advance.

• Social Outings, such as shopping trips can be scheduled up to 1 week in advance.

• Doctors' Appointments can be scheduled up to 1 month in advance.

• Disabled individuals who are collecting social security disability are also eligible for the services.

• Door-to-door service is available.

• Please allow a 30-minute window for pick-up and drop-off times.

Should you have any questions regarding these services, you may call either of the Township offices, Grafton at (847) 669-3328, Algonquin at (847) 639-2700, ext. 6.

 

 

 

 

Senior Tax Programs

 

Senior Citizen's Homestead Exemption

A $3,500 reduction in the assessed value of property. To qualify for this exemption a person must be 65 years of age or older during the taxable year for which application is made and must be the owner of record or person with equitable interest in the property. 

 

Senior Citizen Assessment Freeze Homestead Exemption

Allows qualified senior citizens to elect to maintain the equalized assessed value of their home at the base year value and prevent any increase due to inflation.  The base year is the year prior to the year you first qualify and apply for the exemption.  The assessment freeze exemption does not freeze the amount of your property tax bill, which will still increase if the tax rate increases. To qualify you must be 65 years of age or older during the taxable year and have a total household income of no more than $50,000. You must have owned the property or had legal or equitable interest in the property, or had a leasehold interest in the residence, and be liable for the payment of property as your principal place of residents.  The Application must be made by July 1st. 

 

Information and applications for the above exemptions are available from the Office of Assessments, (Ware Rd. Admin Bldg.) 2200 N. Seminary Ave., Woodstock, IL 60098, (815) 334-4290 or from your local Township Assessor.

 

Senior Citizens Real Estate Tax Deferral

Allows qualified Seniors to defer all or part of property tax on their owner-occupied residents. It's a form of loan with a six percent interest rate which is repaid after the taxpayer's death or at the time the property is sold.  Must be at least 65 years of age by June 1, household income not more than $40,000, and occupied the property for at least three years. Must file by March 1st. Information and applications are available from McHenry County Collector, (Ware Rd. Admin. Bldg.) 2200 Seminary Ave., Woodstock, IL 60098, (815) 334-4260.

 

Circuit Breaker

Qualified applicants can receive a grant of $1 to $700.  Available to persons over age 65 and those disabled over age 16.  Household maximum income levels between $21,218 to $35,740 depending on number of persons in household.  Contact Illinois Department on Aging, P.O. Box 19003, Springfield, IL 62794, (800) 624-2459.  You can also contact McHenry County Clerk's Office (815) 334-4242.