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Flowers for Seniors: A beautiful partnership in bloom
Flowers for seniors: read about how a beautiful gesture from Ashland Addison Florist company brightened the day of our good life residents.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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.
What does "independence" mean?
Independence and community can go hand in hand. Here's how.
Join us for a resource fair on September 12 at Nathalie Salmon House
Join us to learn more about products and services offered by our partners that help you to maintain your independence.
What is the SNAP Gap?
Have you heard of the SNAP Gap? Here's what you can do to reduce senior hunger.
ENGAGEing in your own well being
One way to be engaged and to enhance our own well-being is to take charge of our health by participating in preventive health screenings. Join us for a Wellness Fair on May 25, 2018!
Seniors are often overlooked. You can be a part of the solution.
In our society, aging is cast in a poor light. We know that older adults have value! Find out how you can be a part of the solution.
Honoring Helen’s Legacy
Helen's legacy of benevolence and concern for low-income seniors with her planned gift to H.O.M.E.