ALTON — The Alton Police Department is pleased to launch the “R U OK?” Senior Program.The R U OK? Senior Program is a free service that establishes a prearranged time for participants to receive a weekly phone call inquiring about their welfare.During the call participants are asked “Are You OK?” If they answer “yes” they may simply hang up and continue with their day. If a concern is expressed, however, the caller would determine the nature of the concern and if some sort of response is appropriate. Unanswered calls or busy signals are called back. If there is still no ...