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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.
Resident Assistants at H.O.M.E.: Compassion Required
The type of support that we provide our residents is what sets H.O.M.E apart. We have current openings for Resident Assistants and seek individuals who are compassionate and outgoing.
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.
Celebrating Older Americans Month: 2020
Join H.O.M.E. in celebrating older Americans this month older Americans and focus on their contributions in our lives and communities.
Helping H.O.M.E. is a Family Affair
How can neighbors help homebound seniors during a time of social distancing? Guest blogger and H.O.M.E. supporter Catherine Daniels shares her example.
Lilo Salmon (1934-2020): "Life encompasses all age groups"
Lilo Salmon, co-founder of H.O.M.E., died peacefully in her husband Michel's arms in Paris on March 27, 2020. H.O.M.E. mourns its visionary.
Impact: You helped the Hatchetts and Larry Solomon find homes they love
Residents in H.O.M.E. independent living say they appreciate the amenities: pool table, exercise equipment and a common room where they can meet and mingle.
Here's How Living in an Intergenerational Community has Impacted Brandon
Understanding what it means to be a good neighbor and friend has helped Brandon and his family create deep bonds within the H.O.M.E. community. We'll miss them!
The Pat Crowley House is a special place for the LaBrosse Family
Intergenerational relationships make the Pat Crowley House a HOME!
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!
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.
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.
Top Senior Moments from 2018
Here's what you were reading on our blog, Senior Moments from H.O.M.E., in 2018!
7 Holiday Gift Ideas Inspired by Intergenerational Housing
Looking for a gift idea for your loved ones of any age? Here are some ideas inspired by our Intergenerational Housing program.
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.