For information about services available to older adults, contact Robbie Edwards, information coordinator, at the Retired and Senior Volunteer Program and Helen Mary Stevick Senior Citizens Center, 2102 Windsor Place, Suite 3, C, at 217-359-6500. RSVP and the Stevick Center are administered by Family Service of Champaign County.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
- Ethel & Maud Luncheon: The March edition is set for March 20 at City View on the fourth floor of the Illinois Terminal. Entertainment will be by Shamrock Irish Dance Academy. Catering by Dish Passionate Cuisine. Free parking in the west lot from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. RSVP to Robbie Edwards at 217-953-2847 or 217-359-6500 or ethelandmaud@gmail.com. Send reservations and $10 payments by mail to or purchase in person at 2102 Windsor Place, Suite 3, Champaign, IL 61820.
- Rules of the Road: The Illinois Secretary of State’s Office will be holding a Rules of the Road Class from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. May 1 at the Stevick Center. Parking is limited, so call Debbie now at 217-359-6500 to register.
- Traveling Bingo: Join OSF Faith in Action as they bring bingo to CRIS Healthy Aging. Come out and bring a friend from 2 to 3 p.m. every second Tuesday of the month for bingo, snacks and prizes! Call us at 217-355-1543 with any questions.
- AARP Tax-Aide: Trained AARP Tax-Aide volunteers are available, by appointment only, to prepare and file your 2023 (or earlier) federal and Illinois tax returns for free at the Champaign Public Library. This service runs Feb. 1 through April 15. Call the Stevick Senior Center at 217-359-6500 during business hours to make an appointment and learn what documents to bring with you.
- CRIS tax services: If you are age 60 or over, you are eligible for tax services at CRIS Healthy Aging. Call us today to get more detail: 217-355-1543 or 217-443-2999.
- Dine with a Doc: Secure your spot for the March 6 event. Seating is limited for this free event sponsored by CRIS Healthy Aging. Call 217-303-8840 to register!
STEVICK CENTER ACTIVITIES
- Men’s group: 9 a.m. Monday-Friday. Join us for a cup of coffee and great conversation.
- Game Days: For those who like to play Scrabble, Dominoes, Yahtzee or Skip-Bo. Noon to 3 p.m. Mondays. Call Debbie at 217-359-6500 or email stevickcenter@gmail.com for more information.
- Bingo: 11 a.m. to noon, second and fourth Tuesdays. Call 217-359-6500.
- Crochet, knit and stitch: 10 a.m. to noon Mondays and Thursdays.
- Meditative Movement with Yoga: 9 to 10:15 a.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays.
- Euchre: Noon to 3 p.m. Fridays.
HOT LUNCH PROGRAM
The Peace Meal Nutrition Program provides daily hot lunches at 11:30 a.m. for a small donation and a one-day advance reservation at sites in Champaign, Urbana, Rantoul, Sidney (home delivery only), Mahomet (home delivery only) and Homer.
For reservations, call 800-543-1770. Reservations for Monday must be made by noon Friday. NOTE: There is no change for home deliveries, but at congregate sites, you can get a carry-out meal.
- Monday: Swedish meatballs, green beans, corn, apple crisp, whole-grain bread/roll.
- Tuesday: Turkey and ham sub sandwiches, potato salad, cole slaw, rosy applesauce, sub roll.
- Wednesday: Meatloaf, mashed potatoes with gravy, seasoned green beans, fruit cocktail/Jell-O, whole-grain bread/roll.
- Thursday: Ham and beans, carrots, kitchen’s choice of fruit, cornbread, pudding cup.
- Friday: Hearty vegetable-bean soup, broccoli, sliced pears, whole-grain bun.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
If you want to volunteer, Americorps Seniors RSVP of Champaign, Douglas and Piatt counties is your link to 80-plus local nonprofits needing help. We offer support, benefits and a safe connection to partner sites. Contact Robbie at 217-359-6500 or email Terry at rsvpchampaign@gmail.com for details.
CURRENT NEEDS
Family Service Senior Transportation and Meals on Wheels: Volunteer drivers are urgently sought. You will use your own vehicle with mileage reimbursement. Please call Terry at 217-359-6500 to learn more.