Last call for senior hall of fame nominations
The Illinois Department on Aging will accepting nominations through Tuesday for the 2021 Senior Illinoisans Hall of Fame Awards, which recognize adults 65 and older who have made significant contributions.
"The time is now to nominate an older family member, friend or neighbor who has made a significant impact in their community or has gone the extra mile during these challenging times," said Paula Basta, department director.
The four categories are:
• Community service, awarded to those who've shown support for the general public and community-based programs.
• Education, for those who have shown a dedication to instruction and the world of academia.
• Labor force, going to those who have a record of accomplishment in their employment or professional career.
• Performance/graphic arts, for a commitment to health and the promotion of well-being, or a record of accomplishment in artistic expression.
Candidates must be a current Illinois resident, or a former resident for most of their lives. Posthumous nominees will be considered.
Nomination forms can be filled out online at www2.illinois.gov/aging/HallofFame/Pages/default.aspx, by calling the Senior Helpline at 1-800-252-8966 (hearing-impaired call 888-206-1327) or emailing aging.ilsenior@illinois.gov.