April 2022 Senior Newsletter

LETTER FROM THE MAYOR

Another event to add to your calendar is the State of the Village Address on Thursday, May 24, 2022 in the Civic Center. From 10 a.m. until 12 p.m., I will be providing residents with important updates regarding Village projects, public safety and finances. I look forward to seeing you all at this event and encourage you to invite your neighbors and fellow community members. It is vital that we work together as a community to support one another in Orland Park. The Village has a strong partnership with Orland Park’s senior community and we will continue to do everything we can to make sure communication flows smoothly in both directions. You can always reach out with questions, concerns and suggestions by phone, email, on social media and the website. Please take a moment to review the many safety tips within this newsletter for information about the most recent ways criminals are targeting seniors in Orland Park. Many of the crimes are easily preventable if you know what to look for.

Remember that the Police Department is here to help you, so if you suspect something is just not right, give them a call at (708) 349-4111 or dial 9-1-1 in the case of an emergency. Finally, I want to thank you for all that you are already doing to help keep the community safe and for all that you contribute to Orland Park. Seniors are the cornerstone of the Orland Park community and we appreciate hearing from you. Please let us know how we can help answer questions or provide assistance by emailing publicinfooffice@ orlandpark.org. The public is always welcome to join us at any and all board meetings, but if you’d rather watch from the comfort of your home, you can do so on the Village’s YouTube channel

Dear Orland Park Seniors,

It’s springtime in Orland Park, meaning Village trails, parks and facilities are ready for your visits and we have plenty in store for the season. Spring is a season for renewal and growth. In the pages of this magazine, you will find resources to improve mental health, stay fit and active, get involved with the community, reorganize your home and take part in upcoming local events. Once again the Village of Orland Park will be taking part in the Curbside Spring Clean- Up with Waste Management the week of April 11, 2022. This is a great opportunity, especially for older-adults who are looking to get rid of clutter in their homes. To read more about this event, flip to page 19.

at youtube.com/user/ villageoforlandpark .

I’m looking forward to seeing everyone out and about as the weather gets warmer!

Keith Pekau | Mayor

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