When your senior is feeling exploratory, what local options do they have? Fortunately, Chillicothe, IL, and the surrounding areas offer plenty of delightful excursions. Whether your loved one is interested in learning, exercising, socializing, or just enjoying nature, there is a place for them! Here are some local activities that might quickly become their favorites!
Luckily for lifelong learners, Chillicothe has many historical spots that make visitors feel like time travelers. For instance, the Rock Island Railroad Museum is an exhibit representing the era when passenger trains ran between Peoria and Chicago. The Chillicothe Area History Museum also offers an educational experience. Check their event calendar here to see if anything interests your senior! If your senior is a big reader, the Chillicothe Public Library might have some events your senior would appreciate, such as their ‘Books + Tea’ meetings.
If your loved one would rather get their body moving, the Pearce Community Center offers several senior programs. Your senior could practice their line dancing or participate in seated yoga! The center takes part in SILVERSNEAKERS® programs and has a pool with a hydraulic chair lift. With all the special events, programs, and leagues in action, your senior surely won’t get bored here.
When your senior is looking for entertainment, check out a movie at the Chillicothe Town Theater, a site with roots dating back to 1920. While in that area, stopping for refreshment at Happy Thought Coffee or a dessert at Triple Dipple’s will not disappoint your appetite.
For days when your senior desires a peaceful, serene setting, they can stop at Nellie Jackson Park to sit by the river and take in the view. We all need an escape to nature occasionally!
Evergreen Place and The Legacy: Memory Support in Chillicothe are proud of the outstanding services and amenities provided but are also so excited to be located in such a unique, history-rich area. Come experience this area in person by scheduling a tour. We think your senior will love it just as much as we do!
