About Us

The mission of Will County Seniors is to enhance the quality of life for older persons, help maintain their independence, avoid or lessen isolation and loneliness, and maintain wellness.

In 1962, the Older Americans 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. Established as a non-profit organization, Will County Seniors has remained committed to its mission of assisting seniors in living safe, healthy, and independent lives through its programs and services.