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It Takes A Village: Discover Senior Organizations in Chicago
Across the city there are countless organizations dedicated to improving the lives of older adults. Join us in celebrating a few of those wonderful groups.
Celebrating LGBTQ+ Pioneers: #PrideInPlace
A look back at the history of gay liberation and the pioneers of the LGBTQ+ community as we celebrate #PrideInPlace this June.
A Reflection on Food Access in the Time of Coronavirus
A reflection on food access in the time of Coronavirus, and the ripple effect it has on our beloved community of seniors nation-wide.
Happy Mother's Day: Celebrating an ageless love
A loving story from our Housing Director about the extraordinarily special experience she has had as a mother and Housing Director of H.O.M.E. Joining the staff, meant also joining a family, and in turn, her family has become an integral part of the intergenerational community that is H.O.M.E.
What does the children's program Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood have to do with seniors?
Here are four quotes from Mr. Rogers' Neighborhood that resonate with H.O.M.E.'s work and philosophy, and how you can get involved today. Register to join us on May 2, 2019!
What can we learn from Season 5 of Grace and Frankie?
Grace & Frankie: The hilariously witty show does a wonderful job highlighting the experiences and struggles many older adults face and can teach us so much about aging and the importance of relationships.
Making Visible series: When the safety net disappears, poor seniors displaced. There's an alternative.
For National Social Work Month, H.O.M.E.'s executive director, Gail, discusses how seniors often are displaced in the second of our Making Visible Series. As an alternative, H.O.M.E.'s programs are designed to help seniors remain connected to their communities.
Remembering Jack Lyle, a Tuskegee Airman
Jack Lyle was a Tuskegee Airman, and we learned about his death in his obituary in early January. This Black History month, we remember him.
Making Visible Series: And Grandma Makes Three
A newly released report by the Urban Institute and Ascend highlights a two generation approach to lifting children out of poverty. “2Gen” is considered to be a “whole family” approach. But why just two generations? Read our response in the first of our Making Visible Series.
An open letter to the next Chicago mayor
Read our message to the pool of candidates who hope to be the next mayor of Chicago: It is up to all of us, led by Chicago’s top elected officials, to demonstrate through our actions our respect for life’s veterans.
Impact Series: You gave Denise peace.
When Denise faced discrimination from her landlord, donations from people like you helped her to move into a better housing situation. Learn more about how you can help.
Impact series: You gave Priscilla comfort.
When her pipes broke, Priscilla had been quoted thousands by other repair services--a cost she could not afford. So she was thrilled when she found our affordable Upkeep & Repair program. Read how donations from people like you helped Priscilla to live comfortably in her own home.
Impact Series: You give Jean joy.
Thanks to supporters like you, Jean uses the Shopping Bus not only to get to the store safely but to stay engaged and fulfilled. Learn how you can help seniors stay independent today.
Aetna Foundation supports wellness programming at H.O.M.E.
We are grateful to the Aetna Foundation for helping us to provide robust programming for our senior residents!
Using a holistic approach to helping older adults maintain independence
Our Chicago Semester intern, Daisy, discusses the holistic approach that our Good Life Senior Residences brings to programming for older adults.