Circuit Breaker Assistance June 30th 8:30 till Noon must call for appointment.

Aug. 10th & 11th Secretary of State will be at Zion Benton Public Library to renew drivers licenses for Seniors.

Senior Law Day Sept. 29, 1 pm till 3:30 pm What Elders Need To Know About The Law call 847-377-3818 to RSVP.

RTA/METRA SENIOR FREE PASS call for appointment. Must be 65 years of age, drivers license,or state ID required.

Handicap Parking Applications available at Township office.

MEALS ON WHEELS call (847) 546-5733 ask for meals on wheels program.

SENIOR DINING PROGRAM:

Seniors who are age 60 and over have the opportunity to enjoy a meal, 7 days a week for a donation of $4.00 per meal.  For those that qualify you may pick up an application form at the township office. The actual cost of the meal is $6.00; however the balance is covered by funding received through the Northeastern Illinois Area Agency On Aging and Catholic Charities. Dining site location: The Avalon Family Restaurant, 4821 Grand Ave., Gurnee & N & T's Restaurant in Zion Shiloh Village on Sheridan Rd., Zion, IL.

Senior Transportation:

Discount Half price taxi fare for seniors 65 + and those disabled residents. Maximum up to $5.00. Must apply in person at the township office.

Pace Dial-A-Ride Bus Service is available for Benton Township residents. Service Hours are Tuesday and Thursdays from 8:30 am until 4 pm. This service will take you anywhere in Benton, Newport, and Zion Townships as well as Villages of Beach Park, Wadsworth, Winthrop Harbor, Gurnee and Zion. To schedule a ride call 1-800-201-6446 one day in advance.  Call one week in advance for medical appointments.