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
Ms. Laura Daley
President
Rev. Herb Brooks, Jr.
1st Vice President
Vacant
Secretary
Mr. Duffy Blackburn
Treasurer
Members at Large
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
Chief Executive Officer
Ellen Ruzich
Chief Operating Officer
Samantha Labriola
Director Care Coordination Unit (CCU)
Matt Arbanas
Director Adult Protective Services (APS)
Edward Kuypers
Director of Information and Technology
Susan Kainrath
Director of Banquet and Events
Jeannine Residori
Director of Finance
