About Us
History
In 1962, the Older American Act was signed into law while Lyndon Johnson was the President of the United States. About that time, a committee of concerned individuals in Joliet began to explore how they might best help seniors living in Will County. By 1966, the group incorporated and the first Senior Services Center outside of Springfield in Illinois was born. Since its beginning, Senior Services has kept its mission to assist seniors to live safe, healthy and independent lives through its programs and services.
Our Mission
Senior Services of Will County’s mission is to enhance the quality of life for older persons, help maintain their independence, avoid or lessen isolation and loneliness, and maintain wellness.
Our Goal
Expand services and programs in an effort to ready ourselves for the rapidly growing population of older adults.
Our Values
Respect and Dignity
Acceptance and Inclusion
Integrity and Trust
Board of Directors
Laura Daley
President
Rev. Herb Brooks, Jr.
1st Vice President
Mary Kilough
Secretary
Duffy Blackburn
Treasurer
Members at Large
- Amy Hall
- Mark Hornung
- Matthew Boebel
- Lloyd Craig
- Carolyn Tait
- Dr. Ruby Taylor-Drake
- Bret Mitchell
- Kelly Rajzer
- Patrick MacFarlane
- Saul Brass
- Kathy Peterson
- Chief Jeff Carey
Board of Director Meetings
Meetings are held on every fourth Monday of the month at 8:30 A.M. and are open to the public.
Leadership Team
Brianne Hetman, MPA
Chief Executive Officer
Ellen Ruzich
Chief Operating Officer
Jeannine Residori
Director, Finance
Mic Brophy
Director, Safe at Home
Samantha Labriola
Director, Care Coordination Unit (CCU)
Edward Kuypers
Director, Information & Technology
Matt Arbanas
Director, Adult Protective Services (APS)
Susan Kainrath
Director, Banquet and Events
