The Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) is excited to release a proposed State Plan on Aging for public comment. The new State Plan will go into effect October 1, 2025, for a 3-year period. Under the federal Older Americans Act, each state is required to detail how it plans to serve older adults. This proposed plan was crafted by the Illinois Department on Aging (IDoA) after hosting nine in-person and three virtual roundtables in Fall 2024, in addition to discussions with advisory council members, to gather feedback on priorities. This plan is also based on the area plans of the State’s 13 Area Agencies on Aging.

The public comment period will close on June 15, 2025.

1. Increase statewide visibility of the Aging Network to connect Illinoisans with supports and services that encourage independence, dignity and quality of life as we age.
2. Drive continuous quality assurance and improvement activities that emphasize person-centered and trauma-informed services while maximizing effectiveness of services delivered through the Aging Network.
3. Increase public awareness and knowledge of caregiver needs, as well as resources and services available throughout the state of Illinois to promote increased caregiver engagement in person-centered, trauma informed, and evidence-based programs and services.

The FY 2022-2024 State Plan on Aging incorporates elements of planning service area (PSA) area plans, and includes innovative ideas to ensure older adults are able to live safely in their homes.  View the plan.

Over 300 individuals participated or provided feedback about the State Plan during October 2020.  Review the comments and feedback.