Welcome to Dickinson Hall
Dickinson Hall serves as the hub of activities and services for older adults in the Lake Forest / Lake Bluff area .
We offer an extensive variety of programs , classes , special interest groups , parties , and trips that are designed to provide enrichment and social experiences . Social services are also available to help older adults maintain their independence and remain in their own homes , including transportation , Medicare guidance , a lending closet and a variety of support services .
Location
Grove Cultural Campus 100 East Old Mill Road | Lake Forest , IL 60045
Phone : 847-234-2209 Email : dhall @ cityoflakeforest . com Website : www . dickinsonhall . com
Hours
Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Saturday & Sunday - Closed ( except for special events )
Staff Directory
Tricia Schwall |
Senior Resources Manager |
847-810-4676 |
schwallp @ cityoflakeforest . com |
Katie Dolan |
Program Supervisor |
847-810-4670 |
dolank @ cityoflakeforest . com |
Tara Purtell |
Administrative Assistant |
847-810-4677 |
purtellt @ cityoflakeforest . com |
Janet Fryer |
Senior Advocate |
847-810-4678 |
fryerj @ cityoflakeforest . com |
Registration
Please feel free to register for all programs , lectures , and social meet-ups as soon as you receive the NewsBrief . There is no need to delay registration for any programs . As we all learn to operate virtually , we appreciate your patience .
For registration : 847-234-2209 or dhall @ cityoflakeforest . com
Information
Memberships
Adults aged 50 + are encouraged to become members of Dickinson Hall . Our boundaries to qualify for a resident membership fee cover the area served by Lake Forest High School District 115 . However , we welcome and are pleased to serve all others outside the area for the nonresident fee . Members ’ benefits include access to “ members only ” activities , plus discount registration on trips and for special events . New members are welcome any time !
Resident Fee : $ 35 per person or $ 55 per family
Non-Resident Fee : $ 45 per person or $ 75 per family
Reduced Fee Program Lake Forest / Lake Bluff Residents only . Thanks to scholarships provided by the LF / LB Senior Citizens Foundation , residents can qualify for reduced fees based on income levels and the Benefit Access Program . If you feel that you may qualify , please contact Janet Fryer 847-810-4678 for more information .
Transportation
Eligible residents may request rides through our transportation program . We offer rides weekdays from 9:00 am - 3:30 pm . Rides are $ 3 each way to appointments , shopping , bank trips , and almost any other place in town you can think of . Call 847-234-2209 to reserve your ride with one of our reliable drivers . We are also adding to our already comfortable one-on-one atmosphere by requiring face coverings , gloves , and sanitizing procedures performed by our drivers to ensure the safety of our riders . Face coverings are required to be worn by riders at all times while in the vehicle .
Find us @ Dickinson Hall Senior Center Lake Forest / Lake Bluff
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