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#READABOOKDAY: America’s Intergenerational Stories
For this year's #ReadABookDay, H.O.M.E.'s Executive Director Gail Schechter shares two suggestions, America's intergenerational stories.
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.
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.
Three Volunteer Opportunities that will have you Falling for H.O.M.E.
Here are some activities to add to your list of things to do this Fall!
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!
How H.O.M.E. is a home-away-from-home for this intern
Read how a college intern not only made a difference in the lives of seniors, but also grew from her time at 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.
Black Coutours founder says Black History is important for youth and seniors
Our Good Life Senior Residences program residents celebrated Black History Month by going on a black history tour with Black Coutours.
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.