Senior Resources

Wellness is Lifelong

At Wilmington Coalition, we believe wellness is lifelong. Our senior community members are valued leaders, neighbors, caregivers and friends, and your health, connection, and quality of life matter.

This page is designed to serve as a central hub for resources, information, and opportunities specifically for older adults in our community.

Staying Connected & Engaged

Social connection plays a powerful role in physical and mental wellness. We encourage seniors to stay involved through community events, volunteer opportunities, local programs, and peer groups.

Isolation can impact health but connection builds strength. If you or someone you love is feeling disconnected, know that support is available.

Support & Resources

Many older adults take prescription medications to manage their health. When medications are no longer needed, expired, changed, or unused, keeping them in the home can increase the risk of accidental misuse, confusion, or diversion.

To help keep our community safe, Wilmington Coalition provides Deterra® Drug Deactivation Pouches to seniors and caregivers.

Wilmington Pharmacy

600 W Baltimore St,

Wilmington, IL 60481

Disposal Drop-Off Boxes are located at three convenient sites in Wilmington, IL.

Wilmington CVS

1101 S. Water St.,

Wilmington, IL 60481

Wilmington Police Department

129 Robert P Weidling Dr,

Wilmington, IL 60481

Reeves & Baskerville are committed to proper Drug Disposal. Please visit their location for disposal needs and resources.

Senior Events

2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month

Senior Luncheon, 12:00pm
First United Methodist Church

2nd Thursday Monthly

Electronics Recycling, 5:00 - 7:00pm
City Hall

April 11th

Art Show Crawl, Evening
Water Street

1st Tuesday Monthly

City Council Meeting, 7:00pm
City Hall

April 12th

Fashion Show Fundraiser, 2:00 - 5:00pm
WHS, Hosted by: Our Caring Closet

Every Thursday

Bingo, 6:00pm
VFW

April 15

Garden Club Meeting, 1:00pm
Mistie Hill, Garden Club

April 22

Park Clean Up - Earth Day, All Day
Children's Memorial, Park District

April 25

Prescription Drug Take Back Day, 10:00 - 12:00pm
CVS Lot, Hosted By: Wilmington Coalition

How to Spot Drug Misuse

1) Using larger amounts or for longer than intended

2) Persistent desire or unsuccessful attempts to cut down

3) Spending a lot of time obtaining, using, or recovering from opioids

4) Craving or strong urges to use opioids

5) Failure to fulfill major responsibilities

6) Continued use despite social or relationship problems

7) Giving up or reducing important activities

8) Using in physically hazardous situations

9) Continued use despite physical or psychological harm

10) Tolerance

11) Withdrawal symptoms