Thus far, forty-two individuals have been inducted. The Department on Aging will accept nomination forms through June 1, 2001. A team of judges representing Illinois Aging Network agencies and organizations will select one candidate in each of the four categories. Candidates will be inducted into the 2001 Hall of Fame on Senior Day at the Illinois State Fair - Monday, August 13.
Eligibility is based on the nominee s past and present accomplishments in the category of choice.
The candidate must be age 65 or older and a current Illinois citizen or former citizen who has lived in Illinois the majority of his or her life. Posthumous nominees will also be considered. Nomination forms are available from the Department on Aging and the state s Area Agencies on Aging.