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The SCSCC provides education and networking opportunities to members, who provide services to older adults in our communities.Member Agencies meet on the 3rd Thursday of the month and offer a Spring Event to the older adult community each year.

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“Treasure or Trinket?”Thursday, May 15

11:30 AM–2:00 PM • Free Lunch Provided

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Belmont Village of Oak Park

Bentron Financial Group, Inc

Cantata Adult Life Services

Caring Transitions

Chicago Health Advocates, LLC

ComForCare Home Care

Comfort Keepers

Doctor at Home

Dutton & Casey, P.C.

Elder Bridge, Inc.

Eve Assisted Living

Gentiva Hospice

Genworth

Golden Heart Senior Care Chicago

Gottlieb Memorial-Geriatric Behavioral Health

Griswold Home Care

Heartfelt Solutions for Seniors, Inc.

Hitec Group International, Inc

Holley Court Terrace

Home Care Assistance

Home Instead Senior Care

Home Sweet Home Care

In Home Counseling for Seniors

Insphere Insurance Solutions

Interim Health Care

Lexington Hospice

Lifecare Innovations, Inc.

Mind Over Matter Organizing

Norridge Gardens

Oak Park Arms Retirement Center

Oak Park Township Senior Services

Paramount of Oak Park

Prime Care Resource

RBC Jewelry Design

Right At Home Oak Park/Chicago

Roz Byrne-RE/MAX in the Village

Sage Neuropsychology Consultants

Saint Luke Renaissance Greenview

Senior Citizens’ Center OPRF

Shay Healthcare Services

Social Work p.r.n

Special Needs Chgo, Inc.

StuffBusters Professional Organizing

Suburban Resource Guide for Seniors

Tenet Healthcare - West Sub Med Ctr/MacNeal

The Grove of LaGrange Park

The Scottish Home

UCP-Seguin Services, Inc

Westchester Health & Rehab

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This is the fourth year of Celebrating Seniors—our “Senior” year, so to speak.

And what a wonderful celebration we have planned, starting on May 8th with the recognition of our latest “60 Over 60” class at The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association.

As with our first three classes, the 2014 “60 Over 60” collection is truly amazing. Educators, physicians, philosophers, business leaders, philanthropists and volunteers extraordinaire just begin to describe the depth and breadth of this esteemed group. Be sure to get acquainted with the class that you will encounter in this guide and at www.celebratingseniors.net.

While you are on the organization’s website, we invite you to fill out the nomination form for at least one individual whom you believe would be a great candidate for the 2015 “60 Over 60” class.

On a more immediate note, we are pleased to have scheduled nearly 50 events during Celebrating Seniors Week, May

15-22, 2014, culminating with a keynote speech from Harry Porterfield during our May 22nd Closing Luncheon at Concordia University. Be sure to mark your calendar for that one!

At 85 years young, Mr. Porterfield is a longtime television broadcaster who anchors the 11 a.m. newscast of CBS 2 in Chicago. He embodies the vibrant spirit that is at the heart of our organization and is truly “Someone You Should Know,” the title of more than 2,000 feature profiles that he has created over the past half-century.

These events are fun, informative, educational and/or just plain entertaining. Every event listed in the guide this year is free and open to the public. In some cases, please note that reservations are required.

You can also access regularly updated information at www.celebratingseniors.net. There you will also find information about our mission, what we do, how to apply for funds, the “60 over 60” class, how you can get involved and much more.

I would like to thank the Community of Congregations and its president, Sally Iberg, for their guidance, counsel and unwavering support. Since our inception, the Community of Congregations has stood shoulder to shoulder with the Celebrating Seniors Coalition in our mission to:

1. Assist seniors with emergency needs.

2. Facilitate cooperation between the business community, government agencies and non-profits for the benefit of the senior population.

3. Promote senior groups and organizations that serve persons 60 and older.

4. Raise public awareness of issues affecting seniors.

In our four years, Celebrating Seniors has raised over $25,000 to help seniors in need. With our works of charity, we are touching the lives of ordinary citizens. We have paid utility bills so people have heat and running water, we have purchased mattresses and provided moving services to those in need. We have funded

refrigerators, washers, hot water heaters, furnaces and air conditioners. We have changed locks in rapid response to keep people safe.

We could not have accomplished this without the support of the Community of Congregations.

It is rewarding and humbling to see the outpouring of support for the older adults in our community. Those we recognize and serve by celebrating seniors are typically not in the headlines; instead, they are the unsung heroes who, day by day, change individual lives and make a positive difference in the life of our community.

It is an honor and a blessing to share this celebration of older adults with you. Thank you for taking the time to Celebrate Seniors!

All the best,

Jim FlanaganChairman, Celebrating Seniors CoalitionChairman, Oak Park and River Forest Township Senior Services Committee

Celebrating Seniors 2014: Welcome to Our ‘Senior’ Year

What a joy it is to join with our communities in Celebrating Seniors! Hats

off to all those who work tirelessly to ensure that we lift up the wis-dom of our seniors. Celebrating Seniors Week is an extravaganza of wonderful events and opportu-nities.

The Oak Park River Forest Community of Congregations is proud to work with the Celebrat-ing Seniors Coalition and support its important work. Not only does the coalition celebrate seniors, it provides needed support to many seniors throughout the year. For all of this, we are grateful.

Community of Congregations supports the expansion of this wonderful program to communi-ties in the area as well as through-

out the state. It is an exciting initiative that has meaning and purpose everywhere.

We hope that you will participate in many of the scheduled activi-ties throughout Celebrating Se-niors Week, May 15 to May 22. We also hope you will continue to lift up seniors as an invaluable asset.

Community of Congregations is proud of our relationship with Celebrating Seniors as well as other initiatives it supports. In conjunction with the Oak Park River Forest Historical Society, we sponsor Sacred Spaces House of Worship Walk which provides the opportunity to experience the relationship between architecture and faith. We also sponsor the annual Interfaith Thanksgiving Service, which this year will be

held on November 23 at 7:00 pm. The Holiday Food and Gift Basket Program provides gifts, food, and financial support to those in need in our communities during the winter holidays.

The Community of Congrega-tions has a rich history of inter-faith service, helping to launch West Suburban PADS, The Oak Park River Forest Food Pantry, Cluster Tutoring, and Prevail (formerly known as The Walk-In Ministry). Since the fall of 2013 we have been hosting community meetings that offer all of us the opportunity to get to know our neighbors, discover the programs that are enjoying success through-out the city and suburbs, and find ways in which congregations and individuals can engage and orga-

nizations can collaborate.

If you would like more informa-tion about Community of Con-gregations, please contact Katie Avalos, Administrative Secretary at [email protected] or at P. O. Box 3365, Oak Park, IL 60303-3365.

Join us as we Celebrate Seniors and build relationships with the wider community.

Blessings, SallyRev. Sally Iberg, PresidentOak Park River Forest Community of CongregationsSenior Pastor,Pilgrim Congregational Church708 848 [email protected]

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Medical equipment & Supplies .. 44

Hospitals ................................... 45

Housing ..................................... 45

Mental Health Centers ............... 46

Pet Care ..................................... 48

Professional Services ................. 49

Public libraries .......................... 52

recreational activities ............... 52

Social Security ........................... 54

Social Services ........................... 54

Specialty Shops.......................... 55

transportation ........................... 57

Veterans Services ....................... 57

Volunteer opportunities ............ 57

emergency information ............. 60

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Please join us for the Celebrating Seniors Week Closing

Luncheon. We are delighted to present Harry Porterfield as our keynote speaker.

• Thursday, May 22nd - 12:30pm

• Concordia University, River Forest

• Tickets: $20

• Reservations required.

• RSVP to Lori, 630-505-8375

At 85, Mr. Porterfield is a longtime television broadcaster who anchors the 11 a.m. newscast of CBS 2 in Chicago. Mr. Porterfield embodies the vibrant spirit that is at the heart of our organization and is truly “Someone You Should Know”.

Porterfield has won numerous awards over the course of his television career, including 10 Emmy Awards, the Columbia DuPont Journalism Award, the Studs Terkel Award and the Operation PUSH Media Fairness Award. He is a member of the Jazz Institute of Chicago and plays violin in the Chicago Bar Association Orchestra-he earned a J.D. in 1993 from DePaul University School of Law. He and his wife, Marianita, have four children.

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Enough is EnoughReporting suspected abuse of older adults and persons with disabilities in Illinois

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Adult Protective Services, administered through the Illinois Department on Aging, is here to help. Adult Protective Services is responsible for investigating suspected cases of abuse (physical, sexual, emotional), neglect (passive, willful, confinement) or financial exploitation of adults 60 years of age or older, and adults 18-59 with a disability who reside in a domestic setting. Illinois currently has limited mandated reporting requirements in

regards to reporting suspected abuse.

The law requires certain persons providing services to older adults or persons with disabilities including health professionals, law enforcement, social workers, educators, and others, must report suspicion of abuse if the individual, because of dysfunction, cannot report for themselves. Individuals are encouraged to report voluntarily and the law provides immunity from liability for anyone making report in good faith.

Learn more at: www.state.il.us/aging • www.oakparktownship.org • www.riverforesttownship.org

MORNING MIDDAY LATE AFTERNOON EVENINGFree Dental Exams for Seniors and Free Medicare Review9:00 am to 1:00 pmA great opportunity for seniors to get a free dental exam right in the community, as well as a free Medicare Health Care review to determine if you are paying too much for your health care. Must call to schedule; times and space limited. Presenter: Dr. Monica, 708-771-8101 and Elenore Weber.

Sun Star Dental

How Big Is Your Retirement Shortfall?10:00 amA lot is written on the subject, but how much do you really need to retire in the style you prefer? What resources do you have? How can you best prepare to achieve your retirement dreams? Presenter: Chris Everett

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Free Passport Photos1:00 pm to 4:00 pmMB Financial Bank will once again provide free passport photos for seniors at their River Forest location.MB Financial Bank7727 Lake St, River Forest, IL(708) 771-2500

How Energy Efficient Is Your Home?7:00 pm to 9:00 pmSkyler Larrimore of Elevate Energy will be presenting a hands-on analysis of the energy efficiency of a River Forest home. Elevate Energy is a non for profit that helps consumers implement efficiency programs that lower costs, protect the environment, and ensures that the benefits of energy efficiency reaches those who need them most.Refreshments will be served. This event is sponsored by Bentron Financial Group, Inc. and reservations are required. Please call Lori @ 630-505-8375 to RSVP.

This event will be at the home of Ms. Carol Cox, 720 N. Ashland Ave., River Forest

FridAY May 16Celebrating Seniors WeekCalendar of Events See Venue Key on Page 6

Florence: The Cradle of the Renaissance10:30 amForty percent of all the art in Europe is found in Italy and 40% of all Italian art is found in just one city—Florence. “Travel” there without leaving the library during this informative and fun slide-show and lecture presentation. Presenters: Al and Gail Popowits.River Forest Public Library

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A Walk Through Forest Park History 2:00 pmJoin the Forest Park Historical Society and Forest Park National Bank for a look at significant developments in the history of the town. Presenters: Don Offerman and Diane Hansen Grah. Forest Park National Bank 7348 Madison St, Forest Park, IL 60130(708) 222-2800


MORNING MIDDAY LATE AFTERNOONAge Smart Skin Care Seminar11:00 am to 12:00 pmThis interactive skin care seminar will focus on promoting healthy skin for the aging community. Introduce professional treatments that are available for those with aging skin concerns. Demonstrate proper in-home skin care and how to select appropriate products based on skin type.Product samples will be provided and refreshments will be served. Raffles and special discounts will also be provided. Participants must RSVP by calling 708-318-0333.Monica's Skincare Boutique a

Under The Ginko Tree Anniversary Celebration11:30 am to 2:00 pmCome to a party to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of Gloria Onischuk’s Bed and Breakfast—Under the Ginko Tree. Live music, refreshments and free gift bags for first 100 people.

Under the Ginko Tree

Old Master Show and Artist Reception2:00 am to 4:00 pmBe sure to see what the talented members of Nancy Fong’s art class in the SCC/Lifelong Learning Center and their invited friends have created in this closing reception for the “Old Master Show.”

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Music Machines Galore!Noon to 4:00 pmStop in for the open house featuring all sorts of music machines—wind-up music boxes, and things you never knew existed. Meet the collectors and hear their stories about how all the items were used in times past. Co-sponsored by the Pleasant Home and Sanfilippo Foundations, the Musical Box Society and the Automatic Musical Instrument Collectors Assn.Pleasant Home h

The Chicago Music Scene: 1960s and 1970s 3:30 pmListen to author/musician Dean Milano as he shares stories and pictures of this vibrant period in urban and suburban music scenes. Milano has been making music—playing bass and singing—with various bands and shows in the area since 1966. Sponsored by Friends of the Library.

Forest Park Public Library

MORNING MIDDAY LATE AFTERNOONRepair Café10:00 am - 2:00 pmVolunteers will be on hand to help you learn to make simple repairs of your broken or torn items. We’ve seen everything from chainsaws to woolen socks, from venetian blinds to lamps. Call ahead to let us know what you’ll be bringing. Presenters: Marcia Palazzoo and Nancy Grayson, 708-848-5251.SCC/Lifelong Learning Center

The Upside of Downsizing11:30 amHow can you prepare to downsize, sell your home and otherwise accommodate a new senior lifestyle? Helpful hints and practical solutions. Presenter: Roz Byrne.Oak Park Arms Senior Community s

Who's Targeting Us?2:00 pmJoin a panel of local experts to talk about internet safety, identity and home protection and some of the scams that particularly target older adults. River Forest Public Library k

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How Big Is Your Retirement Shortfall?11:00 amA lot is written on the subject, but how much do you really need to retire in the style you prefer? What resources do you have? How can you best prepare to achieve your retirement dreams? Presenter: Chris Everett. Everett Wealth Solutions r


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LATE AFTERNOON EVENINGVeterans Benefits, The Basics1:00 pmThis presentation is to educate people on benefits available to veterans and their dependents through the Veterans Administration (VA). Find out about eligibility, enrollment for medical care, disability ratings, VA pensions, burial and memorial benefits, and the local resources available to assist in accessing these benefits. Presenter: Andrew Balafas from VITAS Innovative Hospice.

Forest Park Public Library, Austin Room

Engaging With Aging7:00 pm to 8:30 pmA lively, informative presentation on important questions we all need to ask/answer in order to plan and control how aging will affect us and our loved ones. Topics include downsizing, senior housing/care options, necessary legal documents, in-home options and info for caregivers. Presenters: Meredith Moris, Robert Stelletello, Eleanor Weber and Heather Lindstrom.

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Zentangle3:00 pmZentangle is a new and innovative way to increase focus and creativity through drawing beautiful images using repetitive patterns. No previous art or drawing experience needed! Presenter: Anna Vanche.

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Pursue Your Passions Workshop8:00 pmExplore what REALLY matters to you and then brainstorm how to spend more time doing it. This fun, hands-on workshop brings self-reflection and creativity to life. For those age 50+. Pre-register at 708-771-4099.

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MORNING MIDDAY LATE AFTERNOON EVENINGSecretary Of State Super Senior Event9:30 am to 2:00 pmRenew your or receive your State of Illinois ID or driver’s license. Road test NOT given. Event includes a Rules of the Road class. Please pre-register at 708-383-8060.River Forest Community Center j

Engaging With Aging 2:00 pmLearn what services and assistance is available to help you maintain in-home safety as you grow older. Then enjoy a light lunch provided by our chef Denise Murray, along with an easy recipe you can take home and enjoy another day. Transportation available by appointment. Other presenters: Meredith Morris, Robert Stelletello, Eleanore Weber, Jason Johns and Kathryn Beedle. Register at 708-771-7737.Howard Mohr Community Center

Mystical Union of Christ & Church3:00 pmJoin Gene Wesoloowski from the Catholic Theological Union for a thought-provoking discussion as part of Ascension Church’s Fr. Barron’s Series. Bring a snack. For more details call Carole at 708-848-9254.Ascension School q

Chef's Demo3:00 pmBrookdale Senior Living celebrates world cuisines! The focus will be on Cuban foods and includes a discussion, cooking demonstration and tasting. Delight your senses with a fabulous Cuban recipe.

Holley Court Terrace Your Life, Your Legacy: Plan To Make It Right3:00 pm Informative, no obligation program to discuss candid views on funeral planning. What’s involved and why do people choose to do it? How do they and their family members feel about it? Is it the right thing for you? Limited space. Register at 708-442-8500.Woodlawn Funeral Home

Unity Temple Tour & Tea2:00 pm to 4:00 pmUnity Temple Unitarian Universalist Congregation invites you to tour Frank Lloyd Wright's historic Unity Temple and enjoy a refreshing cup of tea and a short presentation. Pre-registration at 708-848-9254. Unity Temple

Building Your Investment Income Foundation 5:30 pm to 7:30 pmRetirement can be an incredible time in your life—and it can last 20+ years! Will your retirement income last as long? Class will focus on generating retirement income. You’ll explore why an income stream is important and how to use different types of income to build sustainable and predictable income streams. Light refreshments. Presenter: Terri Romes. AAMS. Pre-register by Monday, May 19 to Karen Stille, 708-366-6660 ext. 105 or [email protected]

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Wednesday May 21Celebrating Seniors WeekCalendar of Events See Venue Key on Page 6

MIDDAY LATE AFTERNOON LATE AFTERNOONComedian Magician Show1:00 pmDennis DeBondt, a 6 foot 7 inch entertainer will stroll throughout the lunch meal, filling the room with laughter and amazement.

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The Great American Song Book3:00 pmEnjoy old-time sing-alongs with Dr. Burton Fischman and listen to music and stories about George Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Carmen Miranda, Judy Garland, Nat King Cole and others. Play “name that tune” and “name that movie star.” Music and fun for all ages!

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Protecting Your Financial Security4:00 pmThe theft of your financial information is a serious crime. It can disrupt your finances, credit history and reputation and it takes time, money and patience to resolve the problem. We’ll show you how to avoid fraud and maintain your financial security. Presenters: Community Bank professionals.Community Bank of Oak Park River Forest w

Mortages For Seniors3:00 pmWe’ll give you the facts about reverse mortgages and discuss other types of financing available to seniors looking for a way to pay for home repairs or other expenses. Come prepared with any questions you have about managing your finances. Presenters: Forest Park National Bank professionals.


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“Your Life. Your Legacy. Plan To Make It Right.” At this informative, no obligation presentation, you’ll hear people like you talk about their candid views of funeral planning. You’ll hear why so many have made the wise decision to plan ahead. Why their loved ones have a sense of relief. And why they just feel good about knowing they’ve done the right thing for their families.

Join us on Tuesday May 20th at 2:00PM, in theChapel of Woodlawn Funeral Home.

Space is limited, so please RSVP today at 708-442-8500 to reserve seats for yourself, your family and your friends.

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Join us for these special programs during Celebrating Seniors Week ... because we love

to celebrate our seniors.

5/16, 10:30 AM: Florence: Travel and Art

5/17, 1PM: Who’s Targeting Us: Scams

5/19, 1 PM: Zentangle: Creative Drawing

5/21, 7PM: Engaging with Aging

5/22, 2 PM: Writing from Life Workshop


Free Passport Photos!Friday, May 16 from 1 - 4pmPlease join us.

A rep from AAA will be here to talk to you about current benefits with AAA.

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Wednesday May 21Celebrating Seniors WeekCalendar of Events See Venue Key on Page 6

EVENINGBocce Social5:00 pm to 6:30 pmCelebrate Seniors Week with an introductory course on bocce play! This ancient game closely resembles bowling, requiring strategy and some luck. River Forest Park District staff and volunteers will be on hand to teach the game, followed by open play. Light refreshments. Bring a lawn chair. RSVP by Monday, May 19 to 708-366-6660 ext. 104 or [email protected] Parkway Bocce Courts

Senior Resource Fair5:00 pm to 7:00 pmJoin members of the OP/RF Chamber of Commerce in helping Lock-UP Self-Storage celebrate its 1st anniversary in Galewood. The large, beautiful facility will be your one-stop resource for information on retirement, consulting, right-sizing, health and wellness. If it’s a service that can help you age your way, chances are you’ll find it here. Light refreshments.Lock-UP Self-Storage

Can You Afford To Retire?8:00 pmEvaluate your readiness for retirement. Learn the 10 most important questions you must answer if you are going to retire. We’ll also discuss basic retirement planning. Presenter: Jim Flanagan.


Engaging With Aging 8:00 pmA lively, informative presentation on important questions we all need to ask/answer in order to plan and control how aging will affect us and our loved ones. Topics include downsizing, senior housing/care options, necessary legal documents, in-home options and info for caregivers. Presenters: Meredith Morris, Robert Stelletello, Eleanor Weber and Kathryn Beedle.


We’re offering FREE Dental exams and Medicare Awareness Support

Join Us for Celebrating Seniors Week!

SunStar Dental will be providing free dental exams for seniors Eleonore Weber from Your Life Security will also be at the SunStar Dental office doing

a Medicare Review to help seniors better understand the benefits they are entitled to.

Friday, May 16, 2014 • 10am - 2pm. • 7765 W. North Ave, River Forest RSVP: Call to reserve your complimentary Dental Exam

and Medicare Healthcare Review TODAY - availability limited!

Dr. Monica Reyna-VukotichSunStar Dental

7765 W. North AvenueRiver Forest, IL 60305

www.sunstardental.com 708-771-8101

Eleonore WeberLicensed Independent Broker

Your Life Securitywww.yourlifesecurity.com

312-952-1706


MORNING MIDDAY EVENINGHealthy Brain, Healthy Memory11:00 amWould you like to keep your brain working as long as possible? Learn more about it and activities which can help you maintain and even improve brain function. Learn how memory works, age-related memory changes and strategies for improving retention and recall. Presenter: Dr. Linda Sasser.

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Closing Luncheon with Harry Porterfield12:30 pm to 2:00 pm$20 ticket required. See page 6 for event description. Call 630-505-8375 to reserve a seat today!

Concordia University, River Forest

Writing From Life1:00 pmCandace George Thompson, author of “Still Having Fun, a Portrait of a Military Marriage,” an award-winning family saga, will share ideas for engaging your entire family in discovering and documenting family memories.


Paddle Tennis Social 5:00 pm to 6:30 pmTry out the Midwest’s fast-growing new sport! Adapted from tennis, paddle tennis uses a smaller court, no doubles lanes and a lower net. It’s played with a solid paddle rather than a racquet and uses a depressurized tennis ball along with an underhand serve. Wear sturdy gym shoes and comfortable clothes. Equipment available; light refreshments served. RSVP by Tuesday, May 20 to 708-366-6660 ext. 104 or mkenny@rfparks.

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ThursdayThursday May 22Celebrating Seniors WeekCalendar of Events See Venue Key on Page 6

MORNING MIDDAY LATE AFTERNOON EVENINGOpen House/Flower Making Workshop/Spring Craft Fair10:00 am to 2:00 pmCome celebrate SCC/Lifelong Learning Center’s 60th year. See the classes and activities it offers and learn to make a festive paper flower while visiting the Spring Craft Fair. Presenters: Marcia Palazzolo and Nancy Grayson, 708-848-5251. SCC/Lifelong Learning Center

Treasure or Trinket?11:30 am to 2:30 pmGuests are encouraged to bring up to three (3) items to be valued by local appraisers. Jewelry, artwork, furniture (photos rather than item please) objects of art (ceramics, etc.). A modest donation requested for evaluation. (Monies support local seniors in need.) Guests will receive a boxed lunch; registrations recommended. Call 708-383-8060. Presented by: Senior Citizen Services Coordinating Council - Pat Koko and Heather Lindstrom, hostesses.

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The Best Exotic Marigold Hotel2:00 pmJoin in the viewing of this film about the wild adventures of a group of British retirees who decide to “outsource” their retirement to less expensive and seemingly exotic India. Then join in the discussion of the film declared one of 2011’s best for older adults. Presenter: Doug Deuchler, film historian.Oak Park Public Library d

An Evening of Chamber Music6:30 to 8:00 pmEnjoy classical chamber pieces performed by this Emi Murata & Friends, featuring piano, cello and violin played by children and adults. Pleasant Home tours available before and after. Refreshments served.Pleasant Home h

Understanding Social Security: A Look at the Bigger Picture8:00 PMLearn how to maximize social security benefits. When should you take them—sooner or later? Are benefits taxed? What are the implications for benefits if you continue working? Presenter: Jim Flanagan.


Medical ID & Video With Finger Print Card10:00 am to 2:00 pmYou’ve done it for your children—finger prints, photos, medical information and items people would need to help find them if they wandered away. This is your opportunity to do the same for yourself and your loved ones. Presenter: Terry Zachata.

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Al-Mart Bedding7045 W. North Ave.Oak Park, IL 60302708-383-590925% off any purchase and free local delivery all month!

Alioto’s Gift Shop1118 Chicago Ave.Oak Park, IL 60302708-763-080830% off Vera Bradley new collection; 50% off Vera Bradley retired collection

Bead In Hand145 Harrison St.Oak Park, IL 60304708-848-176110% off all purchases by seniors during Celebrating Seniors Week

Brown Cow7347 Madison St.Forest Park, IL 60130708-366-797010% off any purchase for 60+ during Celebrating Seniors Week

Eastgate Cafe102 Harrison St.Oak Park, IL 60304708-660-909115% off during lunch and 10% off for dinner to seniors during Celebrating Seniors Week

Jinny Cleaners321 W. Chicago Ave.Oak Park, IL 60302708-524-975710% off cleaning for 65+ during Celebrating Seniors Week

KSKJ Life/Bentron Financial Group, Inc.6601 W. North Ave., Suite 2Oak Park, IL 60302708-386-3100KSKJ Life has teamed up with Bentron Financial Group for the “We Care Program”. KSKJ Life and Bentron Financial Group will each donate $25 to the Celebrating Seniors Coalition for every Life or Annuity Application written during the month of May! Secure your family’s fi nancial future and help support Celebrating Seniors.

MB Financial Bank7727 W. Lake St.River Forest, IL 60305888-422-6562Free Passport Photos to Seniors on Friday, May 16 from 1 to 4 pm

Starship Restaurant7918 Madison St.Forest Park, IL 60130708-771-30161 cent discount for every birthday you’ve celebrated! Valid until June 30th

Sugar Fixe Patisserie119 N. Marion St.Oak Park, IL 60301708-948-7720

10% off during Celebrating Seniors Week May 16-22) to all those that come in and mention Celebrating Seniors Week

SunStar Dental7765 W. North Ave.River Forest, IL 60305708-771-8101Free Dental Exams on Friday May 16 to the fi rst 25 seniors who call to register. Also, free Medicare Healthcare review that day.

Todd & Holland Tea Merchants7311 W. Madison St.Forest Park, IL 60130708-488-1136Celebrate Senior’s Week at Todd and Holland Tea Merchants. Stop in for a free package of tea.

Wells Street Popcorn1119 Lake St.Oak Park, IL 60301888-576-726715% off any purchase for those 60 and older during Celebrating Seniors Week

Wonder Works Children’s Museum6645 W. North Ave.Oak Park, IL 60302708-383-4815Free Admission to those 55 and older with a child during the month of May. Each additional child is $6.00

Year Long PromotionsAT&T MobileSenior Nation 200 Plan - $29.99/mo to anyone 65+

Baker’s Square10% off for Seniors

Boston Market10% off to anyone 60+

Burger King10% off drinks and coffee to anyone 60+

Cinemark/Century Theaters$9 tickets to anyone 62+ (normally $11)

Classic TheatersUp to 30% off to anyone 55+

Denny’s10% off, 20% to all AARP members (55+)

Dunkin Donuts10% off or free coffee (55+)

IHOP10% off anyone 55+

Jitterbug Cell Phone$10/month cell phone to anyone 50+

KFC10% off anyone 55+

Kohl’s15% off to anyone 60+ on Wednesday May 23rd

McDonald’s$0.82 coffee or soda

The Salvation Army Thrift StoreUp to 50% off to anyone 55+

Verizon WirelessVerizon Nationwide 65 Plus Plan - $29.99/mo to anyone 65+

Wendy’s10% off coffee or soda to anyone 55+

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Jay Champelli, 71“See what needs to be done. If you can do it, volunteer. If not, find a volunteer.”Ascension Eucharistic minister,

20-year Frank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio Interpreter, former GALA fireworks president, Village Managers Assn., Board Member of Hemingway Foundation, O.P. Regional Housing Center, West Suburban Hospital Volunteer.

Meet more than 60 citizens selected by the Celebrating Seniors Coalition, in recognition of their commitment to community and the service of others.

Bill Cragg, 70 “Do it NOW.”

Math Tutor at St. Catherine’s & St. Lucy’s, CROP Walk recruiter, former High School Dist. 200 Board Member,

OP/RF Community Foundation, sports coach and all-around

volunteer.

John Dwyer, 81“Let yourself be loved.”Community Minister of Care at

Ascension Church, PADS volunteer, former chair of O.P. Community

Relations Commission.

Patricia Eichenwold, 67 “There’s no time like the

present.”Coordinator for CROP

Hunger Walk.

Clare Faherty, 77“A pebble cast into a pond causes ripples that spread in all directions. Each one of our thoughts, words and

deeds is like that.” -Dorothy Day

Minister of care for several hospitals, reader at week-day Mass at St.

Luke’s, engaged in prison ministry with husband Paul. Tutor at the

Learning Center in Lawndale.

DeeDee Farmer, 62 “I love my job because I get

to play everyday.”Driving force behind Oak Park’s

Preschool for All Program for decades. Tireless advocae for children, especially those with

diabilities and learning difficulties.

Carol Frank, 76“Unless someone like you cares an awful lot, nothing

is going to get better.”Active in St. Cathrine/St. Lucy Event Committees, helped to start the Irving

Fun Fair, and active particpant in grandchildren’s sports and school.

60Over 60

Deacon Paul Faherty, 80 “Whatever you do will be insignificant but it is very important that you do it.”

- GandhiDeacon at St. Luke’s Parrish in River Forest, works with a half-

way program for released inmates, helping them transition to life outside prison, involved with wife, Clare, in a prison ministry, active in parish Peace and Justice organization.

Tom Frank, 76“Rocking chairs are

non-productive.”Active member of St. Catherine/St. Lucy Parish, Softball coach,

retiree of Illinios Bell, former on-call fireman in Forest Park and educator

at Triton College.

Sally Felichio, 74

“If it wasn’t for our veterans we wouldn’t be

where we are now.”Retired Veterans Administration

Therapist, specialties include working with veterans with dual diagnosis, HIV/AIDS awareness

and advocate of Veterans and their families.

William Furey, 65“There’s nothing more

gratifying then lending a helping hand to those who

need it.”Oak Park Township Senior

Services Home Delivered Meal Program Volunteer, Shriner’s

HospitalVolunteer. Worked as an attorney, established the Elder

Justice Center of the Circuit Court of Cook County where older adults can

receive legal aid.


Mrs. Marge Gockel, 80“Oak Park makes it easy

to be ingaged in the community and it’s a win-

win for everybody.”Founder of the Oak Park Farmers

Market, Board member of the Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio,

Wright-Plus Volunteer, works with the League of Women Voters.

Betty Goeb, 79“Service.”

Lived on her Oak Park Block for 56 years, volunteered in schools,

scouts, St. Catherine-St. Lucy parish , working with Shem- a center for

Interfaith spirituality in Oak Park.

Barbara Furlong, 82“I hope that people will

recognize and appreciate all the hard work that went

into making Oak Park what it is today.”

Past Village of Oak Park President, former Oak Park Village Trustee,

has served on numerous committees.Honoree chose not to be pictured

Bob Gamboney, 63 “Do the right thing.”

Funeral Diector, activbe volunteer and site coordinationr for

Misericordia Candy Days (daughter Michelle is a residetn there) PADS overnite shelter volunteer, active

parishioner at Ascension Parish.

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Come to one of Roz’s two upcoming seminars for retirees:

Sat. May 17 at 10:30am at The Oak Park Arms or Wed. June 18 at 10:30am at Presence Resurrection

HAVE YOU LIVED IN YOUR HOME FOR 30 YEARS OR MORE?Would you like to get moving and take advantage of the rebounding real estate market? Retiree’s real estate specialist Roz Byrne of RE/MAX In The Village sold an impressive 54 homes last year, and over half of them were the homes of long-time owners.

“I’ve held the rare Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES) designation since 2006,” says Roz Byrne, “My favorite group of people to serve are retirees and their families.”

Call Roz Byrne from RE/MAX In The Village to RSVP, or for a free consultation at 708-370-7444.

60 Over 60

Luna Ghosh, 73

“We all have one home, one place, one earth, respect one

another, love one another and maintain the peace.”

Retired University of Illinios Professor of pathology, Director of Surgical

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Joyce Gradel, 70To Be of Use by Marge Piercy, “Hopi vases that

held corn are put in museums but you know

they were made to be used. The pitcher cries for water to carry and a person for

work that is real.”Real estate attorney who volunteers

in the Illinois Volunteer Money Management Program, helping to make a difference in seniors lives

by assisting with bill payment and acting as a resource to a targeted

aging population.

60 Over 60

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Annette Hughes“Always be the best

you can.”Volunteer at IVMPP Senior Program

& Friends of Oak Park Public Library.

Rev. Sally Iberg, 68 I am a fan of the Beatles: ‘All you need is love.’ I am a fan of Jesus: ‘Love your

enemies.’Senior Pastor: Pilgrim

Congregational Church and President: Community of

Congregations.Jim Hargadon, 71“It is important to be a companion to people in

their life journeys.”Pastoral Assoc. at St. Catherine’s/

St. Lucy’s.

Mary B. Hollander, 66 “Walk with God: wait for

His calling.”Volunteer at St. John’s Lutheran & Friend of Forest Park Public

Library.

Sandra Y. Jackson“I consider it a privilege

to honor and serve others. When we are blessed, we

should be a blessing to others.”

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Senior Housing, Admissions and Discharges

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Janna Dutton Kathryn C. Casey

Full-time clinical social worker and certifi ed care manager on staff.


Ruth Laux, 83 Psalm 23: “The Lord is

my shepherd; I shall not be in want. He makes me

lie down in green pastures and leads me beside still waters. He revives my

soul.”Retired from District 97. Helped to

raise her 3 granddaughters.

Brother Joseph Kilikevice“My religion is kindness.”

- the Dalai LamaDirector of Shem Center for

Interfaith Spirituality.

Janet Kelenson, Over 60“Listen to your community

& keep an open mind.”Oak Park Public Library Board

Trustee.

Sue Kehoe, 66“Do the best you can: be

kind and helpful whenever possible.”

Oak Park Township Senior Volunteer.

Dr. Terry R. Light, 66“Respect the past as you

embrace the future.”Chair of The Department

of Orthopedic Surgery and Rehabilitation at Loyola Univerisity

Hospital, Surgeon at the Shriners Hospital for Children – Chicago Unit.

“Interpreter” for many years at the then Frank Lloyd Wright Home and

Studio.

60 Over 60

Zeno Jacquat, Past 80 “Teaching is accelerated

learning.”Volunteer at Large, Lifelong Teacher.

Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation

1049 Lake Street, Suite 204Oak Park, Illinois 60301

708-848-1560 www.oprfcf.org

When you make a bequest in your will to the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation, you can achieve your charitable goals and provide a lasting gift to your community at the same time.

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An outright bequest to the Oak Park-River Forest Community Foundation is fully deductible for estate tax purposes.

We invite you to have a conversation about bequests with our Donor and Grants Officer, Rhea Yap. Call her at 708-848-1560.


Joseph May, 80“A good film like a good book is worth seeing or

experiencing twice.”Hosts Foreign Film series at River

Forest Public Library.

Jim Madigan, 63“You may say I’m a

dreamer but I’m not the only one, I hope some day

you’ll join us and the world will be as one.”

- John Lennon/ImagineAssistant Director for Administrative

Services at the OP Public Library.

Jennie McClellan, 80“Stay active, stay healthy,

be helpful to others.”Registered Nurse, volunteered at Berkshire NH and served as secretary for Forest Park Senior

Group at Community Center.

Gene McCormack, 73

60 Over 60

Terry Meffley, 66“True joy is knowing that

God is in control.”Terry is the Senior Trip Coordinator for the “Howard Mohr Community

Center”. She volunteers for “As Good As Gold” for golden retrievers, fostering dogs and is very active in

Vineyard Church.

Bill Merrill, 73

“Treat everyone the way you would like to be treated.”

Currently a docent for Frank Lloyd Wright

Home and Studio since 1985.

“I like to live by the best definition of happiness—choosing what you have. And for extreme happiness, choose to

winter in Puerto Vallarta!”Long time Oak Park Planner who helped with the creation of the comprehensive plan, zoning

issues and much more. Chair of the Community Development Citizen’s Advisory Committee.

Former Board Member of the Oak Park Regional Housing Center and has also volunteered with

OPALGA.

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Susan Roberts “Surround yourself with honest, loving people who work hard to make life a

positive adventure.”Served as a member of the Oak Park Festival Theater, past member of the

Oak Park Planning Commission, active on the 19th Century Charitable

Assoc. as chair of the marketing/branding committee and Member

of the Board of Directors of the Ten Thousand Villages of Oak Park.

Teresa Powell, 65 “We do not inherit the

earth form our ancestors. We borrow it from our

children.” - Attributed to Chief Seattle

Village Clerk of the Village of Oak Park, involved with the League of

Women’s Voters, OPRF Chamber of Commerce and Celebrating Seniors Coalition, proud grandmother of a

grandson.

Janet Phillips, 71 “Enjoy what you are

doing.”Works in the AARP tax aid program, Volunteers in the Illinois Volunteers

Money Management Program.

William Peterman, 71 “Pray for the dead and fight

like hell for the living.”Professor of Geography Emeritus- Chicago State University. Former

President and current board member of the Oak Park Regional Housing Center. Sings in the choir at Good

Shepherd Lutheran Church. Proud Grandfather of two.

Dixie Paugh“Enjoy and appreciate your friends and family, they are your precious treasures.”

Dixie was owner of “Quitsch Florists” in Forest Park, it was a

family business for 80 years, when she retired it was closed. She was

the Chairman of the “Forest Park Mainstreet Development Promotions

Committee.”

Marty Noll, 71“Life is lengthy and often difficult. If you work or volunteer, make sure you

do what makes you happy.”Chairman of Community Bank of

Oak Park and River Forest.

Delores Newell, 77“Find something you love and do it, it will keep you

happy.”Retired from District 97 as a

Teacher’s Aide & a Certified Nursing Assistant for 10 years. A long time volunteer at the Oak Park Arms,

motivating residents to participate in the activities. Also a liaison between

the Oak Park Arms and United Methodist Church.

Tom Michael“I live the impossible

dream, a loving wife and seven children.”

Tom is a retired Sales Representative, former Cub Scout leader, current Kiwanis and River Forest Club

Member, “daily” charity work in food distribution in our community.

His hobby is “Curling” & “Lawn Bowling” next to the Museum of

Science and Industry.

Gloria Merrill, 69 “Even one person can

make a difference.”Advocate of fair and open housing in Oak Park, served on Liquor Control Commission, Community Relations

Commission, Plan Commission, Village Manager’s Association

and Oak Park Area Lesbian and Gay Association (OPALGA), active in historic preservation of Ernest Hemmingway and Frank Lloyd

Wright Home and Studio.

60 Over 60

Georga Parchem, 69

“Begin and end each day with gratitude, be kind, passionate, love and laugh a lot.”

Retired teacher, life long activist and volunteer in education and arts. Currently, Board Legal Chair for the Nineteenth

Century Charitable Association. Volunteer & Board work for First United Church, Oak Park Arts Council, Whittier School

PTO, Macalester.


Gary Schwab, 63“Facts do not cease to exist because they are ignored.”

-Aldous HuxleyFormerly a consultant, computer

scientist, and information systems manager for government agencies and manufacturers. Help found

the Citizens for Community Conversation; member of the Chicago

Suburban Alliance; Board member of the Historical Society of OPRF.

Allyn Rothbard, 87 “Keep moving; keep

learning; keep smiling.”Project Linus participant at the Oak

Park Arms, crochets blankets for charity and residents in need of a “hug” with a homemade blanket.

Sister Philip Mary Reilly, 83

“Begin each day with a smile and share it

liberally.”Retired Associate Professor of

Spanish at Dominican University.

60 Over 60

Rev. Dr. Marti Scott, 61 “To whom much is given,

much is expected.”Made the choice to serve as pastor

in Oak Park demonstrating interest in being part of an inclusive

community. Keeps the bar high for caring for the earth; for global

community; and for any and all who have less then they need. Also has a

“wicked” sense of humor.

Ron Sherman, 62

“Start every day by asking yourself “What can I do better today?”

And be grateful you woke up.”

Chair, River Forest Citizen Corps Council, Community Emergency

Response Team Leader, Brookfield Zoo Volunteer Docent.

Mike Sookikian, 78

“If you can’t control it, don’t let it bother you.”

Volunteer in the Illinois Volunteer Money Management Program since 2006 helping seniors with

managing their finances.


Althelia Strong, 65Longtime volunteer for the IL

Volunteer Money Management Program for seniors; volunteer for

Cluster Tutoring Program.

Mary Strudeman, 85 “Live life to the fullest with joy and gratitude.

God given gifts are ours to share. Be an explorer.”

Fundraiser and walker for C.R.O.P, “Reading Grandma” at Irving

School;Volunteer at Belmont Village and Ascension Parrish; Watercolor

painter; yoga student and loving friend to many.

Aggie Stempniak, 68“I most often find that

happiness is right where I planted it.”

Former Director of the Oak Park Regional Housing Center; former

Personnel and Community Relations Director for Village of Oak Park.

Maurie Stern, 61 “Mark the minutes, count

your blessings.”Chair-Ozerim Family Services

Group, Oak Park Temple.

60 Over 60

Jeanne R. Stein, 90“The most important trip you take in life is meeting

people halfway.”Longtime volunteer for the

19th Century Club Scholarship Committee; West Suburban Hospital

Surgical Loungs; Economy Shop; FLW Home and Studio; Infant

Welfare and others.

John G. Stanger, 74“To lead a life of

unselfishness, perseverance and

commitment.”Retired professor of English,

nostalgia columnist for Wednesday Journal, active member of Grace

Lutheran Church and member of the Romans at Grace Lutheran Church.

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Louise Taylor“God blesses us so that we may be a blessing to

others.”All around Senior Citizen Volunteer.

Nile Wendorf, 64“Making big changes, take

lots of small steps.”Volunteer, PADS; member, OP Diversity Task Force; member,

Legal and Building and Grounds Committees, 19th Century Charitable

Association; founder REDCOOP (Responsible Economic Development Citizens of Oak Park); founder, OP

Independent Voters (Citizens for Change Party).

Jim Winikates, 72 “Enjoy life--you only get

one chance.”Former President of OPRF

Community Foundation;Former Trustee of Village of River Forest

60 Over 60

Lynn Winikates “It is better to light one candle than to curse the

darkness.”Community Volunteer with OPRF Community Associates of the Art

Institute of Chicago; Infant Welfare; Circle 31;Women in Philanthropy group of the OPRF Community

Foundation;Garden Club.

Leonard Wolfkiel, 79“Time to give back.”

Longtime volunteer for the Low Income Heating Energy Assistance Program of Oak Park Township

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Christine Worny, 73“Do not regret growing

older, it is a privilege denied to many.”

Longtime volunteer with Oak Park Township Senior Services Money

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ARTS AND CuLTuREENTERTAINMENTChicago a Cappella2936 N. Southport Ave., 2nd fl r., Chicago (773) 281-7820(773) 755-1628 box offi cewww.chicagoacappella.org/A Premier fl exible subscrip-tion for four tickets to the 2014-15 season is $105, with General Section seating for Seniors (62+).

Chicago Sinfonietta(312) 236-3681www.chicagosinfonietta.org

Concordia University Artists of Concordia Theatre7400 W. Augusta St., River Forest (708) 488-4106

Dominican University Performing Arts Center7900 W. Division St., River Forest (708) 488-5000http://events.dom.edu$5 off ticket. Small amount of tickets are at box offi ce under “Pay What You Can”.

FitzGerald’s Nightclub6615 W. Roosevelt Rd., Berwyn (708) 788-2118

Heritage Chorale828 N. Harvey Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-9066www.heritagechorale.com/Tickets for seniors are $15.

Lake Theater1022 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 848-9088Ticket price $6 all day for Seniors (60+)

Momenta605 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 848-2329

Oak Park Concert Chorale924 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-4742

Oak Park Festival Theatre (708) 445-4440http://oakparkfestival.com/

Open Door Repertory Company902 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park (708) 342-0810www.opendoorrep.org

Symphony of Oak Park- River ForestP.O. Box 3564, Oak Park (708) 218-2648http://symphonyoprf.com/

Wentz Concert Hall North Central College171 E. Chicago Ave., Naperville http://fi nearts.northcentral-college.eduSenior discounts are provid-ed on a show-by-show basis.

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Wednesday Journal &Forest Park Review141 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park(708) 524-8300www.oakpark.comwww.riverforest.comwww.forestparkreview.com

MuSEuMSErnest Hemingway Foundation Of Oak Parkhttp://www.ehfop.org

MuseumThe Arts Center200 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 524-5383The Birthplace Home339 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-2222Hours: Sun-Fri 1pm-5pmSat 10am-5pmAdmission: $8 for seniors (65+); price includes muse-um and birthplace tour.

Forest Park Historical SocietyIn St. Peter’s Evangelical Lutheran Church500 Hannah Ave., Forest Park(708) 232-3747www.forestparkhistory.org

Frank Lloyd Wright Trustwww.fl wright.orgFrank Lloyd Wright Home & Studio

951 Chicago Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-1976Hours: 10am-5pm daily Closed on all major holidaysAdmission: Guided tour $12 for seniors (65+)

unity Temple875 Lake St., Oak Park (312) 994-4000Hours: Mon, Wed-Sat 9am Self-guided Tour $10 for seniors (65+) 9:30am - 2pm Guided Tour$12 for seniors (65+)

Historical Society of Oak Park-River Forest Located in Pleasant Home217 Home Ave., 2nd Flr., Oak Park (708) 848-6755www.oprfhistory.orgHours: Thurs-Sun Guided ToursDec-Feb 12:30pm & 1:30pmMar-Nov 12:30pm, 1:30pm 2:30pmAdmission: Seniors $8

Trailside Museum738 Thatcher Ave., River Forest (708) 366-6530Nature Center Hours: Mar 1-last Sat in Oct 8am-5pmLast Sun in Oct-Feb 288am-4pmNature Center Exhibit build-ing open at 9am daily except Fridays, and major holidays.

Visit Oak Park (Visitor’s Center)1010 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 848-1500www.visitoakpark.comHours: Daily 8am-5pmProvides information about local attractions, events, tours, accommodations and more in Oak Park, River Forest and 20 other western suburbs

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Wonder Works Children’s Museum6445 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-4815www.wonder-works.orgHours: Mon, Wed-Sat 10am-5pm Sun Noon-5pmAdmission: $6; members free.

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Oak Park Citgo333 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 761-6456(708) 386-9642www.oakparkcitgo.com

Oak Park & North Auto6801 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-3344

Oil Express6644 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 386-6080www.oilexpress.com

Pete’s Auto Service7600 Madison St., River Forest (708) 366-1115

Russo’s Auto Service945 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-9455(708) 443-4879http://autoservice-oakpark.com

Stelton Motors639 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 386-3392

Suburban Automotive826 North Blvd., Oak Park (708) 771-4500

BoDY SHoPSBC Body Craft Collision Center 7050 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 658-4929708) 848-3400bcbodycraft.com

Bump City Auto Body Inc.32 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 524-9777www.bumpcityauto.com

Consolidated Auto Service1045 S. Des Plaines Ave., Forest Park (708) 771-9000www.casci.com

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CAR WASH AND DETAILINGHarlem Randolph Car Wash161 Harlem Ave., Forest Park (708) 366-2014

Minit Car Wash7 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 383-0050

Motor City Car Wash - Detail Center516 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 383-4208

Premier Car Wash901 Harlem Ave., Forest Park (708) 366-6833www.premiercarwash.net

Spotless Car Wash7802 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-2727www.spotlessautowash.com

Super Wash7343 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 771-2945

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Hawk Chrysler Dodge Jeep7911 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 366-1001www.hawkchryslerdodgejeep.com

Volvo of Oak Park1140 Garfield St., Oak Park (708) 848-5800www.volvooakpark.com(708) 786-6582

TIRE CARE AND REPAIRCassidy Tire7227 W. North Ave., River Forest (708) 463-4686www.cassidytire.com

Elite Tire35 S. Harlem Ave., Forest Park (708) 366-4032www.elitetireandautoservice.com

Firestone Complete Auto Care226 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 386-8241(708) 406-6421www.firestonecompleteauto-care.com

ToWINGH&R Towing805 Hannah Ave., Forest Park (708) 771-6900 • hrtowing.com

Lincoln Towing4601 W. Armitage Ave., Chicago (773) 237-0006

Luna’s Towing Service1012 Marengo Ave., Forest Park (708) 669-6364

Nobs Towing7211 Franklin St., Forest Park (708) 488-8300

S&S Towing4699 W. Lake St., Melrose Park (847) 530-0220 • (708) 538-0220

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BANKINGCommunity Bank of Oak Park and River Forest1001 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 660-1000www.cboprf.com

Forest Park National Bank & Trust Co.7348 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 771-3700(708) 222-2800www.forestparkbank.com

MB Financial Bank7727 W. Lake St., River Forest (888) 422-6562www.mbfinancial.com

CoNGREGATIoNSFAITH-BASED SENIoR GRouPSCommunity of CongregationsP.O. Box 3365, Oak Parkwww.communityofcongrega-tions.orgOrganization of faith-based communities that hosts general meetings throughout the year in order to foster fellowship and to work together on community-recognized problems.

Ascension Church808 S. East Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-2703www.ascensionchurch.comSenior group, New Horizons, meets several times a year.

Calvary Memorial Church931 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 386-3900www.calvarymemorial.comSenior Bible study class meets on Sundays.

Euclid Avenue United Methodist Church405 S. Euclid Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-7360euclidavenueumc.orgMinistry with Oak Park Arms holds various church meetings.

Fair Oaks Presbyterian744 Fair Oaks Ave., Oak Park(708) 386-4920www.fairoakspres.org

First Baptist Church of Oak Park820 Ontario St., Oak Park(708) 848-4070firstbaptistchurchofoakpark.com

First Presbyterian Church of River Forest 7551 Quick Ave., River Forest (708) 366-5822www.firstpresrf.org

First United Church of Christ1000 Elgin Ave., Forest Park (708) 771-8456http://firstunitedchurchofchrist.comHas a Women’s club and Bible study for seniors.

First United Church of Oak Park848 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 386-5215www.firstunitedoakpark.comPrime Time, a senior fellowship group for men and women over 60. Group has various social events throughout the year.

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First United Methodist Church324 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-4983fi rstumcoakpark.orgVarious church events are held at Oak Park Arms.

Forest Park Baptist Church133 Harlem Ave., Forest Park (708) 366-5091www.forestparkbaptist.comOffers senior Christian fellowship.

Good Shepherd Lutheran Church611 W. Randolph St., Oak Park(708) 848-4741www.goodshepherdlc.org

Grace Episcopal Church924 Lake St., Oak Park(708) 386-8036www.graceop.org

Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church & School7300 Division St., River Forest 708) 366-6900www.graceriverforest.orgSenior Bible study group meets Wednesday mornings and has monthly group meet-ings for seniors.

Oak Park Temple B’Nai Abraham Zion1235 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-3937www.oakparktemple.com/Suburban Thursday After-noon Retirees (STAR) meets weekly at West Suburban Temple to share lectures and information.

Pilgrim Congregational Church460 Lake St., Oak Park(708) 848-5860www.pilgrimoakpark.com

River Forest United Methodist Church7970 W. Lake St., River Forest(708) 771-3668www.rfumchurch.org

St. Bernardine Catholic Church7246 W. Harrison St., Forest Park(708) 366-0839www.stbern.com

St. Catherine and St. Lucy Catholic Church38 N. Austin Blvd., Oak Park (708) 386-8077www.stcatherinestlucy.orgPeriodic group meetings and seminars for seniors.

St. Edmund Catholic Church188 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park(708) 848-4417www.stedmund.org

St. Giles Catholic Church1025 Columbian Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-3430www.stgilesparish.orgSenior fellowship group meets for various social events.

St. Luke Catholic Church528 Lathrop Ave., River Forest(708) 771-8250www.stlukeparish.orgA senior group called PrimeTimers meets second and fourth Mondays of each month. They enjoy monthly fi eld trips.

St. Vincent Ferrer Church1530 Jackson Ave., River Forest (708) 366-7090www.svfparish.orgSenior group meets once a month.

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United Lutheran Church409 Greenfield St., Oak Park (708) 386-1576www.unitedlutheranchurch.orgWeekly meeting of Creative Needlers Guild for crochet-ing and knitting and other needlework.

Unity Church of Oak Park405 N. Euclid Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-0960www.unityoakpark.orgVarious events, meetings and lunches

Unity Temple Unitarian Universalist Congregation875 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 848-6225www.unitytemple.orgSenor luncheons are held twice each year to honor seniors and celebrate their contributions to Unity Temple and to the community.

West Suburban Temple Har Zion1040 N. Harlem Ave., River Forest (708) 366-9000http://wsthz.orgSTAR senior group meets Thursdays from 1-3 pm with Oak Park Temple to share lectures and information.

DINING oPTIoNSCoNGREGATE DININGOak Park and River Forest Township130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-8060www.riverforesttownship.org/seniorservices.aspOffers a well-balanced lunch meal, the opportunity to meet new friends and a vari-ety of educational and recre-ational activities to keep you active and healthy. www.oakparktownship.org or

DINE ouT oPTIoNSSeniors (62+) can register at the Oak Park-River Forest Nutrition Center and can purchase “Dine Out” coupons to be used when dining at Robinson’s #1 Ribs or Cozy Corner. Contact Celeste Duignan at (708) 383-8060 for help.

FooD PANTRIESOak Park-River Forest Food Pantryin First United Church of Oak Park 848 Lake Street (basement), Oak Park (708) 386-1324www.oprffoodpantry.orgHours: First Wed. of the month 7-8:30pmAll other Weds., 3:30-5pmEvery Saturday 9am-Noon

New Life Christian Fellowship6235 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-2441www.newlifeoakpark.comHours: Thursdays 5 to 7pm

RESTAuRANTS Al’s Grill1100 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 386-4190www.alsgrillop.comDaily specials

#1 Chop Suey242 Chicago Ave., Oak Park (708) 445-1177Free egg roll when you spend $20 or more

Agora by Papaspiros728 Lake St., Oak Park 708) 358-170010% off for seniors

The following questionnaire can help you determine the housing or personal care that’s best for you or your loved one. From each category please select the one choice that best describes the situation of the person in need of housing or care. Check only one choice per category. When finished, add all the points up and refer to the Scoring box at the end.

Dressing• Can dress independently with clothing

appropriate to climate, etc. +1 pt• Requires assistance or reminders with

shoelaces, zippers, garments, hooks, etc. +4 pts

• Dependent on others for dressing. +5 pts

Hygiene• Can perform all bathing, shaving, and

dressing activities without assistance. +1 pt• Requires assistance or reminders with daily

hygiene. +4 pts• Most or all personal hygiene activities require

assistance. +6 pts

Mobility• Can move independently. Can inquire about

directions and follow them. In case of an emergency, can handle the proper evacuation procedures. +1 pt

• Relies on cane, walker, or wheel chair, but needs help in case of emergency. +2 pts

• Mobile, but may require assistance due to physical problems or confusion. +4 pts

• Needs occasional assistance to move about, but can usually get around independently. +3 pts

• Requires assistance transferring from chair, toilet, or bed. +5 pts

• Requires full transfer and transport assistance, including turning in bed and wheelchair. +6 pts

Toilet Needs• Completely continent and independent.

+1 pt• Has incontinence, a colostomy, or catheter

but can take care of themselves. +2 pts• Occasional problems or requires assistance.

+4 pts• Uncontrollable incontinence and inability to

communicate needs. +6 pts

Nutrition• Able to prepare and eat meals without

assistance. +1 pt• Can perform some meal preparation, but

main meal must be prepared by others. +3 pts

• All meals need to be prepared and served by others. +4 pts.

• Requires assistance when eating (i.e. pouring, cutting, opening packages). +5 pts

• Totally dependent on others for nourishment, including reminders and assistance. +6 pts

Housekeeping• Can perform housekeeping functions (i.e.

bed-making, vacuuming, cleaning and laundry) +1 pt

• Needs assistance with housekeeping. +2 pts• Laundry and housekeeping services must be

provided by others +3 pts

Medications• Can handle the self-administration of

medications. +1 pt• Can handle self administration, but needs

reminders or monitoring. +3 pts• A medication administration system has been

arranged with reminders and monitoring. +5 pts

Mental Awareness• Able to reason. Memory is OK, but has

occasional bouts of forgetfulness. +1 pt• Requires guidance to get around. Has

occasional bouts of confusion and disorientation. +3 pts

• Requires orientation assistance and reminders due to poor judgment skills. +5 pts

• Unable to follow directions. Orientation, memory, and judgment skills are severely impaired. +6 pts

Behavior• Performs well in a social setting. Emotions are

under control. 1 pt• Requires periodic assistance with coping with

stress or other emotional issues. +2 pts.• Requires regular assistance with coping with

stress or other emotional issues. +5 pts• Poses potential for physical injury to self or

others. Requires monitoring at all times. +6 pts

Find the point range below that holds your score and correlating suggested care levels.0-18 pts Independent Living, Companion

Care, and Home Modifications19-23 pts Assisted, Independent Living,

Personal Care24-33 pts Assisted Living, Home Health

Care, Personal Care34-40 pts Assisted Living, Nursing Home,

Home Health Care, Rehabilitative Care, Personal Care

41-50 pts Nursing Home or Personal Care and Medication Administration

Home Care & Hospice Providers options are found on page 36. Housing options listings start on page 45. The assessment above is intended as an estimated guidance only. For a genuine assessment, please consult with a health-care professional.

Assessing Care Solutions Questionnaire


Amelia’s Contemporary Cuisine7330 W. Harrison St., Forest Park (708) 366-6633www.ameliasforestpark.com

Andrea’s Restaurant 7427 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 771-1969Offers daily discounts to seniors

Boston Market7211 W. Lake St., River Forest (708) 771-0455Offers a senior citizens card that provides special discounts.

Barclay’s American Grille1120 Pleasant St., Oak Park (708) 848-4250www.barclaysamericangrille.com

Bar Louie 1122 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 725-3300www.barlouieamerica.com

Buona in Oak Park7025 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-1800www.buona.com/oak_park.phpOffers free medium beverage

Chicken and Waffl es 543 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 524-3300chicagoshomeofchickenand-waffl es.com15% off for seniors before 5pm.

Cozy Corner 138 N. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 383-1750Offers “Dine out” option.

Cuzzo’s Pasta, Pizza, Panini & more330 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 386-8200

Delia’s Kitchen1034 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 358-1300deliaskitchen.net

Denny’s711 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-6964locations.dennys.comOffers senior menu items.

Erik’s Deli & Catering107 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-8805www.eriks-deli.com10% off for seniors

Eastgate Cafe 102 Harrison St., Oak Park (708) 660-9091www.eastgatecafe.net

Grandma Sally’s7301 W. North Ave., River Forest (708) 771-2047

Giordano’s1115 Chicago Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-2223giordanos.com/location/oak-park

Golden Steer 7635 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 771-7798www.goldensteersteakhouse.com

Grape Leaves129 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-5555www.grapeleaves.us

George’s145 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-4949www.georgesoakpark.com

Happiness Restaurant6222 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 383-226610% off for seniors.www.happinesschineserestau-rant.com

J & J Fish319 Harlem Ave., Forest Park (708) 209-1515

IHOP6501 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-1199www.ihoplocator.com10% off for seniorsOrder from regular menu.

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KFC316 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 386-4770www.kfc.comDaily specials.

Khyber Pass1031 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 445-9032khyberpasschicago.com15% discount for seniors.

King & I Thai restaurant105 N. Marion St., Oak Park 708) 383-2975www.kingandioakpark.com10% off for seniors.

Klay Oven Restaurant734 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 386-3999www.klayoven.net

La Majada Express7601 Lake St., River Forest (708) 771-5720www.lamajadaexpress.com10% off for seniors.

Leona’s Pizzeria848 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 445-0101www.leonas.com

Maya Del Sol144 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 358-9800www.mayadelsol.com

Mancini’s Pizza, Pasta, Café1111 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 445-9700www.mancinispizzapastacafe.com10% off for seniors

Mickey’s Gyros Restaurant525 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-3333

Panera Bread7349 Lake St., River Forest (708) 714-3140www.panerabread.comOffers a discount rewards card toward meals.

Penny’s Noodles Oak Park1130 Chicago Ave., Oak Park (708) 660-1300pennysnoodleshopoakpark.com

Popeye’s610 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 524-1022popeyes.com

Shanahan’s 7353 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-0775www.shanahanscreole.com

Robinson’s No. 1 Ribs940 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 383-8452www.rib1.comOffers Dine Out Option

SkrineChops7230 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 771-7230skrinechops.com

Smokin M’s Barbeque7507 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 488-01236814 W. North Ave., Chicago(773) 309-8083smokinms.com

Starship Subs7618 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 771-3016www.starshiprestaurant.com

EDuCATIoNConcordia University 7400 Augusta St., River Forest (708) 771-8300 www.CUChicago.eduOffers: Reduced tuition for seniors (60+) at $33 per semester hour.


Dominican University7900 W. Division St., River Forest (708) 366-2490www.dom.eduOffers: $5 discount to performing arts center.

Triton College 2000 N. 5th Ave., River Grove (708) 456-0300 www.triton.eduOffers: Reduced tuition for seniors at $6 per semester hour and social classes for retired senior citizens (60+).

HEALTH AND WELLNESSADuLT DAY CAREDefi nitionAdult Day Care is a planned program of activities designed to offer both mental and social stimula-tion to older adults who can no longer manage indepen-dently or who feel isolated

and lonely. Nutritious meals and snacks are provided as appropriate and medication reminders can be incorporat-ed in the program. Activities may include: arts and crafts; musical entertainment and sing-alongs; stretching or gentle exercise; Wii games or other hand/eye coordina-tion and more. All of these activities are offered in a safe and secure environment to ease the concerns of their family members.

Accolade Adult Day Service112 S. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park (708) 445-1300

Gottlieb Adult Day Care701 W. North Ave., Melrose Park (708) 681-7700

Oak Park Arms Adult Day Care408 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park(708) 948-7270

West Suburban Senior Services439 Bohland Ave., Bellwood (708) 547-5600www.wsseniors.org

AuDIoLoGISTSCAA The Hearing Place6905 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 445-7171www.savehearing.com

Newport Audiology Centers7611 Lake St., River Forest IL, (800) 238-1922

Sound Care Hearing610 S. Maple Ave., Suite 5300, Oak Park (708) 660-2350www.soundcarehearing.com

FALL PREVENTIoNFall Prevention Clinics of AmericaHobson Medical Campus1220 Hobson Rd., Suite 132,Naperville(630) 305-0403www.fallpreventionclinics.com

FITNESS CENTERSDahn Yoga: Oak ParkBody & Brain Fitness Center904 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 434-5798www.bodynbrain.com/Oak%20ParkOffer: Senior Discount—10% off group memberships

D K W Fitness7517 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 771-8730

Trusted and experienced caregivers providing:

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Thursday, May 15th at 6:30 pm at Pleasant Home

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Evolution Fitness Club711 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 660-1400

FFC Oak Park1114 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 383-1114 http://ff c.com/oakpark

Gottlieb Center for Fitness701 W. North Ave., Melrose Park (708) 450-5790www.gottliebfi tness.orgMembership for seniors is $51 per month.

Loyola Center for Fitness2160 S. 1st Ave., Maywood (708) 327-2348www.loyolafi tness.orgMembership is $62 per month for individual seniors. Must come 9am–3pm. No time restrictions on weekends.

Midtown Athletic Club1135 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-5200www.midtown.com

Oak Park Tennis Center544 N. Harlem Avenue (at Lake St.), River Forest (708) 366-9652www.oakparktennis.com

Tennis and Fitness Centre of Oak Park and River Forest301 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 386-2175http://tenandfi t.com

West Cook YMCA255 S. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 383-5200www.westcookymca.orgOffers: Silver Sneakers fi tness program. Reduced monthly fees for individu-als 62+ years of age. Some Medigap plans cover monthly membership.Call to fi nd out if your plan covers cost.

HoME CAREDefi nitionsHOME CARE AGENCIES allow seniors to receive personal care and main-tain independence while remaining in their own home. These services can be a viable alternative to outside the home treatment including rehabilitative care, respite care, & skilled nurs-ing. There are three types of Home Care Agencies:Companion Care, Licensed Home Care, & Licensed Medical Care.COMPANION CARE AGENCIES can offer:Companionship / Personal Shopping / Light House-keeping / Meal Preparation / Transportation / Errand Running, etc.LICENSED HOME CARE AGENCIES can offer:All Companion Care Servic-es Assist with Bathing / Incontinence Care / Mobil-ity Assistance / Dressing &

Grooming / Transferring & Positioning / Oral Hygiene / FeedingHOME MEDICAL CARE AGENCIES can offer:All Personal Care Services / In-Home CNA’s / Physi-cal Therapy / Occupational Therapy / Administration of Medication / Other Medi-cal Care Approved by your DoctorWhat to ask when interviewing a Home Care Agency1. What type of Home Care

do you offer?2. Are you licensed by the

state DHHS?3. Does your agency have

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4. How is your staff trained?5. Are your aides bonded?6. Do you carry Workmen’s

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Addus10330 W. Roosevelt Rd., Suite 206, Westchester (708) 216-1470Homemaker/personal care.

All-Care Agency4955 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago (773) 736-7900Homemaker/personal care.

ARIS at Home329 Harrison St., Unit B, Oak Park (708) 934-4676arisathome.comHomemaker / companion and personal care.

Assisting Hands200 E. 5th Ave., Naperville (630) 305-9100www.assistinghands.com/chicagoland-napervilleHomemaker / personal care.

Best Care Home Health600 Hunter Dr., Oak Brook(630) 645-9600bestcarehh.comHomemaker / companion and personal care.

Caring Home Care Services 1881 Commerce Drive, #107, Elk Grove Village (847) 439-7030Homemaker / companion and personal care.

Catholic Home Care721 N. LaSalle St., 5th fl r., Chicago (312) 655-7415Homemaker / companion and personal care.

ComeForcare Home Care1030 S. La Grange Rd., #29, La Grange(708) 261-0080www.chicagowest.comforcare.comHomemaker / companion and personal care.

Comfort Keepers185 Hansen Ct., Suite 120, Wood Dale (630) 834-8366http://wooddale-219.comfort-keepers.com/Homemaker / companion / personal care / bathing.

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Community Care Systems1440 W. North Ave., Suite 310Melrose Park (708) 343-3944Homemaker/personal care.

Complete Care715 E. Golf Rd., Schaumburg (847) 885-8151Homemaker/personal care.

ELC Healthcare6555 W. North Ave., #106, Oak Park (708) 383-2191Homemaker/personal care.

Elder Bridge2500 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 1005,Hoff man Estates (847) 882-5201Homemaker / companion and personal care.

Golden Heart Senior Care Chicago2738 N. Pine Grove Ave., Chicago(773) 697-3829www.goldenheartseniorcare.com

Good Shepherd Healthcare3144 W. Montrose Avenue, 2nd fl r., Chicago (773) 478-1784www.goodshepherdhealth-carechicago.com

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708-763-0580

After working for a large podiatric group practice on the far South Side of Chicago for the last eight

years, I have always longed to work in my own community of Oak Park (ten years and counting). After the birth of my daughter last year, I realized I had the perfect opportunity to decrease my commute; so I opened my podiatry practice at North and Woodbine in June of 2009.

I came to podiatry as a result of competitive figure skating. Skaters typically wear a size, sometimes two, smaller than their conventional shoes. As you can imagine, that means the skater’s foot, specifically the toes, suffer. I trained as a competitive figure skater for nineteen years, and the result has been several surgical procedures, most recently three years ago while working as a Podiatrist.

A fellow Podiatrist performed the procedure on a Friday and the following Monday I was back at work, wearing a surgical boot and treating patients who were more than a little amused that the doctor was also a patient. But their amusement aside, the additional benefit to my patients is that I know what it is like to have serious foot problems, and more importantly, how to effectively and compassionately help my patients heal comfortably with or without surgery and recover with minimal disruption to their everyday lives.

My dream of opening a business in my community is now a reality, and I could not be more excited and eager to showcase my skills and services to the people in my community. The feet are truly the foundation to the entire body, and happy feet lead to happy people!

Do you wake up with Heel Pain? I can help!

This may be a condition called Plantar

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• Injuries

• Tendonitis

• Arthritis

• Bunions

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• Digital X-Ray

• On-site Physical Therapy

• Evening Hours

• Convenient Parking

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708.763.0580

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Griswold Home Care102 W. Burlington Ave., La Grange(708) 579-2868www.griswoldhomecare.comHomemaker / companion and personal care.

Home Helpers7115 W. North Ave., Oak Park (630) 362-2241Homemaker / companion and personal care.

Home Instead Senior Care6901 W. North Ave., Suite 3,Oak Park (708) 524-9814Homemaker / companion and personal care.

Home Sweet Home Care72 S. La Grange Rd., Suite 5,La Grange (708) 469-7117Private-duty caregiver.

Interim Health Care 188 Industrial Drive, #124, Elmhurst (630) 359-6660Homemaker / companion and personal care.

Lifecare Innovations, Inc.8330 S. Madison St., Suite 90, Burr Ridge IL(630) 953-2154Companion.

Lifestyle Options, Inc.1501 E. Woodfield Rd., Suite 201N,Schaumburg (888) 342-4636Homemaker / companion and personal care.

Maxim Health Care1049 Lake St., Suite 201Oak Park (708) 386-0201Homemakers / personal care.

New Creation Home Care Services651 W. Gladys Ave., Elmhurst (630) 530-5170Homemaker / companion and personal care.

New Life Health Services297 E. North Ave., Villa Park IL.(630) 530-5170Homemakers / personal care.

Nightingale of Oak Park210 Harrison St., Oak Park (708) 848-1495Homemakers.

Right at Home Oak Park / Chicago7000 W. North Ave., Oak Park(773) 237-2275Homemaker / companion and personal care.

Shay Healthcare Services5730 W. 159th St., Oak Forest(708) 535-4300www.shayhealthcare.comHomemaker / companion and personal care.

Wisdom Elder Care323 N. York St., Elmhurst (630) 530-2868Homemaker / companion and personal care.

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A-Abiding Care, Inc.233 N. Northwest Highway, #2, Park Ridge (847) 698-1400aabidingcare.com Skilled nursing, Certified Nurse’s Aide.

Bright Star Healthcare1415 W. 22nd St., Tower Floor, Oak Brook (630) 571-5555www.brightstarcare.comFull service.

Catholic Home Care721 N. LaSalle St., 5th flr., Chicago (312) 655-7415catholiccharities.netCertified Nurses Aide.

Interim Health Care 188 Industrial Drive, #124, Elmhurst (630) 359-6660ihcofchicago.comCertified Nurse’s Aide.

Prime Care Resource1420 Renaissance Drive, #410, Park Ridge(847) 827-4448

Unlimited Health Services(773) 725-7881Skilled nursing/homemaker.

HoSPICE CAREDefinitionConsidered to be the model for quality, compassion-ate care at the end of life, hospice care involves a team-oriented approach of expert medical care, pain management, and emotional and spiritual support expressly tailored to the patient’s wishes. Emotional and spiritual support also is extended to the family and loved ones. Generally, this care is provided in the patient’s home or in a home-like setting operated by a hospice program. Medicare, private health insurance, and Medicaid in most states cover hospice care for patients who meet certain criteria.

A Touch of Grace Hospice8250 S. Cicero Ave., Burbank (312) 912-2678Special focus is on assisting minority groups, especially African American, Latino, etc.

Gentiva Hospice85 N. Algonquin Rd., Ste. 100, Arlington Heights(773) 318-2197 www.gentiva.com

Heartland Hospice Service1010 Executive Dr., Westmont (630) 323-0119(866) 216-5708www.heartlandhospice.com/Hillside

Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care408 S. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 5,Oak Park 1550 Bishop Ct., Mt. Prospect(847) 685-9900 x2156www.rainbowhospice.org Exceptional clinical care for patients facing seri-ous illness or life-limiting diseases.

VITAS Innovative Hospice Care Chicagoland Central 1340 S. Damen Ave., Ste. 200A, 2nd Floor, Chicago (312) 997-7200Chicagoland NW580 Waters Edge Dr., Ste. 100, Lombard (630) 495-8484www.vitas.com/illinoisOffers a collaborative approach to meet specific needs of the terminally ill and their families.

LIVE-IN CAREGIVERSA-Abiding Care, Inc.233 N. Northwest Hwy., Park Ridge (847) 698-1400

All-Care Agency4955 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago (773) 736-7900

Best Care Services600 22nd St., Ste. 301, Oak Brook (630) 645-1700

Comfort Keepers221 E. Lake St., Ste. 212, Addison (630) 834-8366(847) 577-5780(708) 488-1808

Home Care Assistance133 E. Ogden Ave., Ste. 201, Hinsdale(630) 243-5886http://homecareassistance.com

Home Instead Senior Care6901 W. North Ave., Ste. 3, Oak Park (708) 524-9814


Home Sweet Home Care72 S. La Grange Rd., La Grange(708) 469-7117

Interim Health Care 188 Industrial Drive, #124, Elmhurst (630) 359-6660

Right at Home Oak Park / Chicago7000 W. North Ave., Oak Park(773) 237-2275

PHYSICAL THERAPYAccelerated Rehab Centers1000 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 763-0564

AthletiCo1145 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-2086

ATI Physical Therapy800 Des Plaines Ave., Forest Park (708) 366-2442

Integrity Physical Therapy605 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 763-8597

Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago420 Thatcher Ave., River Forest (708) 427-3650

PHYSICIANS WHo MAKE HouSE CALLSDoctor At HomeNeal Footle (630) [email protected]

Home Physicians(877) 663-1333Provides compassionate physician services in the comfort of your own home.

Mobile Doctors(800) 362-2968Provides compassionate physician services in the comfort of your own home.

PoDIATRISTSAcorn Podiatry Center Ltd.William Finn, DPM1144 Lake St., Ste. 202, Oak Park (708) 848-8014

DiSomma Foot and Ankle ClinicDr. Mary DiSommaDr. Ruth A. Songco-Chi1100 Lake St., Ste. 248, Oak Park (708) 383-5554www.disomma.com

Dr. Maria Chon414 S. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 27, Oak Park (708) 848-7334

Forest Foot CareDr. Lori Lipkin7503 Madison Street, #1, Forest Park (708) 366-3770

Instep Foot and Ankle ClinicDr. Brian A. King6142 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 848-0021

Mercado Foot and Ankle Clinic6545 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-6800

Midwest Podiatry610 S. Maple Avenue, #2550, Oak Park (708) 660-6100

Oak Park Podiatrists1142 Chicago Ave., Oak Park (708) 660-0889

River Forest Foot ClinicDr. Linda S. Lambert7351 W. Lake St., River Forest (708) 366-FOOT (3668)

STAFFINGSocial Work, p.r.n.1101 Lake St., Ste. 401, Oak Park (708) 383-2251socialworkprn.comFull service staffing service with RN, CNA, LPN, etc.Also provides CEUs.

VISIoN CAREAmerica’s Best Contacts and Eyeglasses7610 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 366-9278www.americasbest.com

Michal J Bowker960 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-1717

Compass Eye Care603 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 383-2150

Eyes RiteDr. Nancy Prybylo821 Garfield St., Oak Park (708) 386 -1554www.eyesriteltd.com

For Eyes Optical409 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 358-2000www.foreyes.com

Forest Park Eye Care7417 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-3551

Dennis H. Ireland7777 W. Lake St., Oak Park (708) 771-0500

Kirk Eye Center7427 Lake St., River Forest (708) 771-3334

Lens CraftersRiver Forest Town Center7345 Lake St., River Forest (708) 771-0769

Professional Eye Center1116 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 383-7240

Weiner Optical1100 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 848-4040

HEALTH CARE ADDITIoNAL RESouRCESRESouRCES FoR THE VISuALLY IMPAIRED oR BLINDBlind Service Association17 N. State Street, #1050, Chicago (312) 236-0808

The Chicago LighthouseFoundation1850 W. Roosevelt Rd., Chicago (312) 666-1331

Spectrios Institute for Low Vision219 E. Cole Ave., Wheaton(630)690-7115

Department of Human Services(773) 292-4424

Lions of Illinois Foundation2814 DeKalb Ave., Sycamore

RESouRCES FoR THE HEARING IMPAIRED Chicago Hearing Society2001 N. Clybourn Ave., Chicago (773) 248-9121TTY: (773) 248-9174

Hitec Group International, Inc.1743 Quincy Ave., Naperville(630) 321-2324www.hitec.com

Illinois Department of Human Services & Rehabilitation Services2215 Enterprise Dr., Ste. 1502, Westchester (708) 409-8800

Progress Center for Independent Living7521 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 209-1500


SERVICES FoR THE DEVELoPMENTALLY DISABLEDProgress Center for Independent Living7521 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 209-1500Provides disability services and acts as an advocacy organization for people with disabilities. Serves people throughout Suburban Cook county.

UCP-Seguin Services, Inc.3100 S. Central Ave., Cicero (708) 863-3803Provides residential, voca-tional and educational services supports for adults and children with develop-mental disabilities, enabling them to be productive, valued members of society.

HoME DELIVERYGRoCERY SToRES THAT DELIVERFair Share Finer Foods6226 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 386-6288http://fairsharefoods.com

Pan’s Food Center824 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-1340

Oak Park and River Forest Township130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-8060Home-delivered meals. Provides one balanced meal weekdays to eligible home-bound Oak Park and River Forest residents age sixty and over.

PHARMACIES THAT DELIVERMedicine Stop Pharmacy7756 Madison St., River Forest (708) 771-6363Free delivery Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-6pm Saturday, 9am-1pm

Sears Pharmacy1003 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 386-6304Free delivery in Oak Park and River Forest.Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-7pm Saturday, 9am-2pm

Segreti Pharmacy6144 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 383-6757Free delivery within greater Oak Park/River Forest/Forest Park area.Hours: Monday-Friday, 9:30am-6pm Saturday, 9am-4pm

Peterson’s Pharmacy 715 Lake Street, #1, Oak Park (708) 848-5020Delivery within Oak Park, River Forest, and Forest Park: $2 fee with insurance; free for those without insur-ance or with purchases over $20.Hours: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30am-7pm Wednesday and Friday, 9:30am-6pmSaturday, 9:30am-3pm

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HoME IMPRoVEMENTSCLEANING SERVICESExpress MaidOak Park (708) 386-3850

Mary’s House Cleaning ServiceOak Park (708) 383-2770

Molly MaidBerwyn (708) 386-6655

Service Master of Oak Park-River ForestWest Chicago(630) 562-0600

ELECTRICIANSA M & L Electric, Inc.951 Garfield St., Oak Park (708) 524-1133

All Pro Electric312 N. Taylor Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-6341

J&J Electric1000 Ferdinand Ave., Forest Park (708) 771-0066

PJHForest Park (708) 366-320910% off for seniors.

R&L Maintenance528 N. Lombard Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-7110

HANDYMAN SERVICESMr Handyman 1523 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 613-2233Interior-exterior services (attics, bathrooms, carpentry, decorative, door installation, electrical, plumbing, floor-ing, garages, kitchens, paint-ing, windows, etc.). 5% discount for seniors.

Hometown Handyman801 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 358-7800Bathroom remodeling, decks and fences, installation and repairs, painting, electrical, problems and much more.

HEATING AND CooLING All-Year Comfort2247 N. 72nd Ct., Elmwood Park (708) 452-1580Residential heating and cool-ing. Free estimates.

House of Heat336 Harrison St., Oak Park (708) 848-3291Installs and repairs heat-ing and cooling systems for residential and light commercial buildings, stores and restaurants.

HoME MoDIFICATIoNSAll High Work209 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 445-9271Contractor and builder.

Circle F Properties1408 Elgin Ave., Forest Park (708) 310-9954Master carpenter and home modification specialist10% senior discount.

Edward Cross & Son, Inc.518 N. Lombard Ave., Oak Park(708) 848-8631Contractor and builder.

Extended Home Living Services555 North Wolf Rd., Wheeling (847) 215-9490Home adaptation and modi-fication for independent living.

Ramp Now2225 Tanglewood Dr., Aurora (630) 892-7267Ramps, lifts, vehicle solu-tions and more.

Service Master of Oak Park/River Forest(630) 562-0600Fire and flood restoration, heavy duty work and floor stripping.

HoME oRGANIZATIoNLifecare Innovations, Inc.8330 S. Madison St., Ste. 90, Burr Ridge(630) 953-2154Specializes in clear-out and home improvement.

Mind Over Matter OrganizingOak Park(708) 790-0520

Organize ChicagoOak Park(312) 371-9526Certified professional orga-nizer.

StuffBustersPatty WolfLa Grange (708) 828-6652Home organizing service. Will clear and organize extreme situations with the utmost compassion.

Susan Gray Un-ClutteredElmwood Park (708) 452-6720Helps to un-clutter homes and offices; also helps people in rightsizing their living space.

LoCKSMITHSArrow Locksmith Service321 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 386-5500Lockout services

PHS Locksmith6810 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 386-3334Lock rekeying, lock repair, safe sales, safe repair, lost key replacement, key dupli-cation, door opening, door repair and new lock installa-tion. Free, honest estimates.

PAINTERSA and T Painting Inc.410 Elgin Ave., Forest Park (708) 689-0006(708) 383-2800

Anthony’s Remodeling414 S. Maple Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-353510 to 20% total bill for seniors.

Circle F Properties, Inc.1408 S. Elgin Ave., Forest Park (708) 310-995415% off total bill for seniors.

Don’s Restoration321 N. Elmwood Ave., Oak Park (708) 220-102215% off total bill for seniors.

Merit Team Painters Oak Park(708) 445-120010% off total bill for seniors

Oak Park Decorating Co.3425 Maple Ave., Berwyn (708) 386-0531

Peacock Decorators7433 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park 60130(708) 771-0160

Raul Gonzalez Painting(773) 968-257915-20% off total bill for seniors.

Reliable Decorating1182 Home Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-969815% off total bill for seniors.

Ronbo’s Fine Painting715 S. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park(708) 848-021410% off total bill for seniors.

Thomas Restoration728 S. Scoville Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-0155$500 off complete paint jobs for seniors.

Vazquez Painting1010 S. Elmwood Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-750520% off total bill for seniors.


Serving Oak Park, Forest Park & Riverside/Brookfield – Since 1981

• 24-Hour Live-In Caregivers• Respite Care• Short & Long Term Available• Come & Go Service (8 hr. min.)

Competitive Rates • No ContractsLong Term Insurances Accepted

No obligation on-site interviews Licensed, bonded & insured Family-owned & operated

Call:708-535-4300 800-464-8070

Visit online: ShayHealthcare.com

Drechsler, Brown & Williams

Funeral Home

Since 1880

Family Owned & OperatedCharles Williams,

Owner/Funeral Director

203 S. Marion St. Oak Park 60302 708/383-3191


Westwork Painting533 N. Grove Ave., Oak Park(708) 848- 480010% off total bill for seniors.

PLuMBERSAll Suburban Plumbing & Sewer ServiceElmhurst(708) 343-2800Senior & veteran discounts.

Berwyn Western Plumbing & Heating Co. (708) 386-606510% off total bill for seniors.

Bryan Dwyer Plumbing(630) 825-944615% off total bill for seniors.

Ed’s Plumbing & Sewer Inc.(708) 652-144410% off total bill for seniors.

J.S. Plumbing Inc.(708) 628-401610% off total bill for seniors.

Roto-Rooter® Plumbing & Drain Service(708) 215-2240(708) 848-402715% off total bill for seniors.

Roto Rooter® - Oak Park(708) 848-331110% off labor for seniors.

RooFING CoNTRACToRSMader Roofi ng Co., Inc.210 Chicago Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-4500

Tuscher Roofi ng Company221 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 386-2500

Lindholm Roofi ng7115 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 524-1014

R. Eck & Son7221 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 771-3010

HoME MEDICAL EQuIPMENT AND SuPPLIESEMB Medical Supply5962 N. Elston Ave., Chicago (773) 774-2470(877) 530-5330Provides diabetic shoes and custom molded Inserts, focusing on the needs of at-risk diabetics. Makes house calls.

Fitzsimmons Home Medical Equipment8000 W. 18th St., Tinley Park (708) 532-1199(800) 972-8530Provides full range of medi-cal supplies such as wheel-chairs, walkers, lifts, oxygen, ulcer care supplies, trache-otomy supplies, etc. Works with Medicare and private insurance.

Home Helpers7115 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 434-0092Provides personal emergency response systems and auto-mated medication dispensers.

J-Care Home Medical Supplies8064 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles (847) 823-4747Provides a variety of durable medical equipment to help people stay in home environ-ment. Works with Medicare and Medicaid.

Oak Park Township Senior Services130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-8060Provides some medical supplies to residents of Oak Park and River Forest, such as walkers, canes, raised toilet seats, portable bedside commodes, shower chairs, etc.

Come Join Our Members We meet on the first Tuesday of each month at 1pm at the Oak Park Arms.

• Add your monthly share to our investment pool

• Be educated in fundamental principles and techniques of sound investment practices

• Cooperate with others to choose how dividends are reinvested

• Have a good time while building your assets

Mills Investors ClubPresident, Patricia Koko

[email protected]

Celebrating Seniors Coalition would like to thank our Rib’bon Fest Sponsors

Thank you for making Rib’bon Fest spectacular!


Walgreens7113 W. Cermak Rd., Berwyn (708) 795-1295Provides full range of medi-cal supplies: hospital beds, wheelchairs, walkers, wound care supplies, etc. Works with Medicare and private insurance. Open 24 hours.

HoSPITALSGottlieb Memorial Hospital701 W. North Ave., Melrose Park (708) 681-3200

Hines VA HospitalFifth Ave. & Roosevelt Rd., Maywood (708) 202-8387

Loyola University Medical Center2160 S. 1st Ave., Maywood (708) 216-9000

Rush Oak Park Hospital610 S. Maple Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-9300

Westlake1225 W. Lake St., Melrose Park IL(708) 681-3000

McNeal Hospital3249 S. Oak Park Ave., Berwyn (708) 783-9100

West Suburban Medical Center 3 Erie Ct., Oak Park (708) 383-6200

HouSINGSENIoR REAL ESTATE SPECIALISTSRe/Max in the VillageRoz Byrne189 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 370-7444www.homesinthevillage.com

Gloor Realty CompanyJerre Cusick(708) 790-5693 (cell)Lynn Taylor(708) 275-0736 (cell)114 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 524-1100www.gloor.com

APARTMENT SERVICES Elderwerks(847) 462-0885www.elderwerks.comPublishes a guide to senior housing in Chicagoland and the collar counties.

Oak Park Regional Housing Center1041 South Blvd., Oak Park (708) 848-7150www.liveinoakpark.com

Suburban Resource Guide for Seniors (312) 391-0616www.suburbanresourceguide.comPublishes a free guide of resources for seniors in Cook County.

ASSISTED LIVINGDefinitionAssisted Living communi-ties are for persons who need help with daily living activities but do not require nursing home care. Typi-cally they provide help with meals, bathing, dressing, housekeeping and other needs. Services are either included in the rent or provided at an extra charge. The Indiana Department of Health regulates and licenses assisted living facili-ties as “Residential Care” providers; however, many assisted living facilites are not licensed.

Arden Courts Alzheimer’s Assisted Living1940 Nerge Rd., Elk Grove Village (847) 534-8815 www.arden-courts.com/elkgrove

Welcome Home!It’s All At The Arms

Call today to schedule a tour - 708-386-4040

Oak Park Arms • 408 S. Oak Park Ave. • Oak Park, IL, 60302www.oakparkarms.com

Independent, Assisted Living, Short-Term Stay Rentals and Adult Daycare

Enjoy the warmth, security, comfortable surroundings.

Let us continue to care for your needs as we have for the last 37 years!

Welcome Home!It’s All At The Arms

Enjoy the warmth, security, comfortable surroundings.Let us continue to care for your needs as we have for the last 37 years!

Call today to schedule a tour - 708-386-4040Oak Park Arms • 408 S. Oak Park Ave. • Oak Park, IL, 60302

www.oakparkarms.com


Belmont Village of Oak Park1035 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 848-7200, ext. 107oakpark.belmontvillage.com

Cantata-Staying At Home8700 W. 31st St., Brookfield (708) 387-8199www.cantata.org

Central Baptist Village4747 N. Canfield Ave., Norridge (708) 583-8527http://cbvillage.org/

Eve Assisted Living10 N. Washington St., Hinsdale(630) 491-1001www.livingineve.com/

Greenview Senior Living Facility1501 W. Melrose St., Chicago (773) 525-1501

Holley Court Terrace1111 Ontario St., Oak Park (708) 383-2063

Oak Park Arms Retirement Community408 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-4040www.oakparkarms.com

Casa San Carlo Retirement Community420 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake (708) 562-0040

SENIoR LIVING CoMMuNITIESAltenheim In The Park7824 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-2206http://www.thealtenheim.com

Autumn Green at Wright Campus4239 N. Oak Park Ave., Chicago (773) 202-3388

Bethesda Home2833 N. Nordica Ave., Chicago (773) 622-6144www.bethesdahome.com

Cantata Adult Life and Senior Care Services8700 W. 31st St., Brookfield (708) 387-8199www.cantata.org

Holley Court Terrace1111 Ontario St., Oak Park (708) 383-2063

The Scottish Home2800 Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside (708) 447-5092www.thescottishhome.org

Victory Centre of Galewood2370 N. Newcastle Ave., Chicago(773) 385-5002www.pathwaysl.com

Victory Centre of River Woods1800 Riverwoods, Melrose Park (708) 547-5800 www.pathwaysl.com

SuBSIDIZED HouSINGHeritage House201 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 848-1800Management: Tommi Brown

OAK PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY

Mills Park Tower1025 Pleasant Pl., Oak Park (708) 386-7536Management: Melissa and BarbaraSocial Worker: Rosemary Serio

The Oaks114 S. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-5812Management: DeidraSocial Worker: Rosemary Serio

Ryan Farrelly Apartments435 S. Humphrey Ave., Oak Park Management: Deidra(708) 848-8744

Beautiful KitchensDream Bathrooms

Awesome BasementsStrong Porches & DecksNew Windows & Doors

CarpentryDry Wall-Taping

Tile-Ceramic & StoneAcoustical Ceiling

CountertopsTrim & Cabinetry

Special Projects Include:Closet Makeovers

Small Space SolutionsShelves, Cabinets & BookcasesMan Caves/Garage Makeovers

Circle F Properties Inc.“Your Local Source for Home Improvements”

Tim Flanagan, master carpenter and life-long resident ofOak Park, River Forest and Forest Park, is available to discussyour home improvement needs. Tim can fix it in a flash!

Expert advice from start to finish • Call today for your free estimate(708) 310-9954References available References available


LoyolaMedicine.org/Ortho (888) LUHS-888 / (888) 584-7888

Loyola’s Department of Orthopaedic Surgery & Rehabilitation provides

comprehensive carefor active seniors in our community.

Our top-ranked orthopaedic specialists care for illnesses and injuries of:

• shoulders

• elbows and hands

• spine

• hips

• knees

• ankles and feet


Oak Park Regional Housing Center(708) 848-7150www.liveinoakpark.com

Oak Park Housing Authority(708) 386-9322www.oakparkha.org

SKILLED NuRSING CARESKILLED NuRSING FACILITIESDefinitionNursing homes are facili-ties for people in need of 24-hour nursing care. They provide many of the same care options offered in other senior communities such as room and board, personal care, protection, supervision, and other types of therapy.

Alden Town Manor6120 W. Ogden Ave., Cicero (708) 863-0500

Berkeley Nursing & Rehab6909 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-1112

Berkshire Nursing and Rehab 8200 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 488-9850

Cedar Pointe Rehab & Nursing5825 W. Cermak Rd., Cicero (708) 656-9120

Court Yard Health Care3601 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn (708) 749-4160

Elmhurst Extended Care Center200 E. Lake St., Elmhurst (630) 516-5000

Elmwood Care7733 W. Grand Ave., Elmwood Park (708) 452-9200

Gross Pointe Manor6601 W. Touhy Ave., Niles (847) 647-9875

Norridge Health Care & Rehabilitation Center7001 W. Collom Ave., Norridge(708) 457-0700

Oak Park Healthcare Center625 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-5966

Presence Villa Scalabrini Nursing and Rehabilitation Center480 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake (708) 562-0040

The Grove of La Grange Park701 N. La Grange Rd., La Grange Park (708) 354-7300

The Scottish Home2800 Des Plaines Ave., North Riverside(708) 447-5092

Westchester Health & Rehabilitation Center2901 Wolf Rd., Westchester(708) 531-1441

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICESChild Adolescent & Adult Psychotherapy137 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-4008Marriage and family counselors, comprehensive mental health services and psychiatric social workers.

Gottlieb Memorial HospitalGeriatric Behavioral Health Unit701 W. North Ave., Melrose Park(708) 681-7893Medicare-certified service specializing in diagnosing and treating problems of older adults.

Institute for Positive Mental Health820 Ontario Street, #3, Oak Park (708) 358-8570Rehab (holistic), vocational/social skills training, basic support services

PillarsBerwyn and LaGrange Park(708) 745-5277www.pillarscommunity.orgCommunity mental health center providing psychothera-py, parenting groups, evalua-tions and crisis interventions.

Progress Center for Independent Living 7521 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 209-1500(708) 209-1826www.progresscil.orgProvides advocacy, peer counseling, personal assis-tance, deaf services, drop-in center and Latino outreach.

Psychological Consultation Services1103 Westgate St., Oak Park (708) 386-1761Marriage and family coun-selors, mental health special-ists and social workers.

Safe Harbor Christian Counseling(847) 223-2561www.safeharbor1.comTreatment for depression, mood disorder, anxiety, eating disorder, divorce, martial counseling, mental illness, grief and loss, substance abuse, anger, sexu-ality, personality disorder

Sage Neuropsychology Consultants137 N. Oak Park Avenue, #207A, Oak Park (708) 434-1264www.sageneuropsychology.com Board-certified clinical neuropsychologist provides evaluations for individuals aged 16+. Specialization in assessment of memory disor-ders in older adults.

Sanders & WarrenCounseling Center408 S. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 25, Oak Park (708) 386-4040www.sandersandwarren.com

Suburban Counseling Services1101 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 358-0758Counseling and therapy.

THRIVE Counseling Center120 S. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 383-7500www.thrivecc.orgBehavioral healthcare, crisis emergency, comprehensive youth, psychiatric reha-bilitation, group support, prevention and risk.

PET CAREA American Veterinary Hospital6042 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 386-6205http://aamericanveterinaryhos-pital.com

Camp Bow Wow6046 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 848-2267www.campbowwow.com/us/il/oakparkDog boarding and day care.

Carlson Animal Hospital414 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 383-3636www.carlsonanimalhospitals.com

The Cat Practice323 Chicago Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-5997http://catpracticeoakpark.com

Dave’s Pets N’ Stuff6632 W. Roosevelt Rd., Oak Park (708) 358-0877

Doggie Day Play1135 Chicago Ave., Oak Park(708) 358-2800http://doggiedayplay.com


Midwest Bird and Animal Hospital7510 W. North Ave., Elmwood Park (708) 453-8181www.midwestexotichospital.comHours: Monday-Friday, 8 am to 7 pm; Saturday, 8 am to 2 pm

Midwest Animal EMERGENCY Hospital7510 W North Ave., Elmwood Park (708) 453-4755www.midwestanimalemergency.comOpen whenever Bird Hospi-tal is closed—same building for emergency care.

My Best Friend Groom and Board7626 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-3900

Oak Park Animal Hospital242 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 383-5542www.oakparkanimalhospital.com

Oak Park Natural Pet and Fish23 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 660-9500

Out U Go7020 W. North Ave., Oak Park(708) 383-7905http://oakpark.outugo.comDog walking, housesitting

Pat’s Pet Emporium7638 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-0430www.patspetemporium.com

Petco7265 W. Lake St., River Forest (708) 366-7387www.petco.com

PetSmart 6655 W. Grand Ave., Chicago (773) 836-7578www.petsmart.com

PetVets Animal Hospital342 Harrison St., Oak Park (708) 445-9988http://petvets-oakpark.com

Prairie State Animal Hospital909 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 524-9720

River Forest Animal Hospital7515 Lake St., River Forest (708) 366-8370www.riverforestvet.com

Spike’s Boutique Hotel for Dogs725 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 386-9881www.spikeshotel.com

PRoFESSIoNAL SERVICESATToRNEYSThomas Clark Law, LLC 1041 Home Ave., Oak Park (708) 990-5374www.thomasclarklaw.comWills, trusts, special needs planning and estate and guardianship services.

Lyn C. Conniff Law Offi ces 746 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 763-0999http://conniffl aw.comFamily mediator.

Dutton & Casey, P.C.79 W. Monroe Street, #1320, Chicago (312) 899-0950www.duttonelderlaw.comEstate planning, probate, elder law and licensed clini-cal social worker/certifi ed care manager on staff.

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RBC Jewelry Design is named for and inspired by a classic woman – my Mother. Daily her ideals

encourage classic designs women can be proud to wear. Necklaces, earrings (both for pierced or non-pierced ears) and bracelets make special gifts. Also available are novelty items such as book marks, fan pulls, etc. Available at local art fairs or contact via [email protected]. Commissions are welcomed.

Next Art Fair will be Pleasant Home’s Wearable Arts Fair, May 2nd-4th

What’s Blooming on Harrison, May 17th

RBC Jewelry DesignPatricia Connery Koko • Owner/Designer


Sheryl E. Fuhr414 S. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 3, Oak Park (708) 848-8484(312) 263-1234www.fuhrlawfirm.comWills, trusts, estates, elder exploitation, probate and guardianship litigation.

Generation Law747 N. Church Rd., Ste. B4B, Elmhurst(630) 782-1766Generationlaw.comWills, trusts, estates, elder law, probate and guardian-ship litigation.

Goedert, Huntington & DeBoer1011 Lake St., Ste. 303, Oak Park (708) 848-6066www.ghdlaw.comCorporate, business, estate planning, probate, tax and real estate.

Law Offices of Jonathan D. Groll, Ltd.830 North Blvd., Ste. A, Oak Park (708) 358-8566www.groll-law.comEstate planning, real estate, probate, corporate and general law.

The Law Offices of Evelyn C. Gross410 Lake St., Oak Park IL, (708) 383-9659www.evelyngross.comEstate planning, estate administration and probate, trust, wills, elder law, estate, and guardianship.

Law Offices of Hoy & Sahlas, Ltd.2000 Spring Rd., Ste. 603, Oak Brook (630) 575-0400www.hoyweb.comTrusts, wills, estate planning,trust and probate administration.

Angelika Kuehn Law Offices171 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-0785www.kuehnlawoffice.comEstate planning, administra-tion, commercial law, land use and philanthropy.

Peter J. Latz & Associates, LLC104 N Oak Park Ave., Ste. 200, Oak Park (708) 524-2300www.peterlatzlaw.comEstate planning, wills, trusts, estate administration, guard-ianship and probate.

Lifecare Innovations, Inc.8330 S. Madison St., Ste. 90, Burr Ridge (630) 953-2154www.lcius.comGuardianship and life care management.

The Law Offices of Robert J. MondoRoselle(630) 215-3676http://lawrjm.com

Paul Sengpiehl, Attorney at Law727 N. Ridgeland Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-8859

Pellegrini & Cristiano6817 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 524-3610Family needs and small business.

INSuRANCEInsphere Insurance Solutions434 Clinton Pl., River Forest(708) 689-0206www.insphere.com

LoNG TERM CARE INSuRANCEGenworth1050 W. Byron St., Chicago(773) 391-5747www.genworthltc.com

RETIREMENT PLANNERS/FINANCIAL ADVISoRS AND DAILY MoNEY MANAGERSAmerican Family Insurance Elizabeth C. Axtell7206 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-2003http://insurance-agency.amfam.com/IL/elizabeth-axtell

Blazek Financial PlanningLaurie Blazek, CFP730 William St., River Forest (708) 366-4033

Bentron Financial Group, Inc.James L. Flanagan MBA, CEP, CEA, RFC 6601 W. North Ave., Ste. 2, Oak Park (708) 386-3100www.bentron.com

EDWARD JONES OFFICESJames Kingsley7001 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-1110

Dwight Atchley6429 W. North Ave., Ste. 105, Oak Park (708 ) 848-2692

Joel W. Foster7213 Madison St., Forest Park(708) 488-0575

Matt Grote 214 S. Marion Oak Park (708) 524-5424

Joe O’Krepky 316 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 524-6009

Everett Wealth Solutions, Inc.407 Marengo Ave., Forest Park(708) 771-7777www.everettwealthsolutions.com

Hadelrock Capital Management125 N. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 386-9100(312) 212-5982

Heartfelt Solutions for Seniors, Inc.Offices in Willow Springs and Oak Park(708) 467-0499(708) 848-0567www.heartfeltsolutions.net

The Karbin AgencyJan A. Karbin815 Dunlop Ave., Forest Park (708) 214-9508

Kelty Financial Services, Inc.John A. Kelty, CFP, CFS625 William St., River Forest (847) 724-8880https://keltyfinancial.com

Madden Funds ManagementMichael Madden1010 Lake St., Ste. 604, Oak Park Phone: (708) 848-3200www.maddenfunds.com

National Life GroupChristopher Garvey45 Thatcher Ave., River Forest (708) 209-8305

New Capital Management, LLCNicholas C. Mansour611 N. Euclid Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-7784www.newcapitalmanagement.com

Oak Park Township Senior ServicesSteven Smith, Money Management Specialist130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-8060www.oakparktownship.org

Royal Alliance 180 North Marion St., Oak Park (708) 524-2703www.royalalliance.com


HouSING oPTIoN CouNSELoRS AND GERIATRIC CARE MANAGERSAndrea Donovan Senior Living Advisors361 Nuttall Rd., Riverside (708) 442-7174chicagoseniorlivingadvisors.comAdvises families on range of living options for older individuals including senior housing placement and geri-atric care management.

Chicago Health Advocates, LLCRaquel Gabriel-Bennewicz10136 W. Parkview Dr., Palos Park (708) 872-7835www.chicagohealthadvocates.comPrivate RN providing health care advocacy and care management to families and older adults.

Caring Transitions436 S. Lombard Avenue, #1S, Oak Park(708) 406-6071(630) 853-0992www.estatemovelagrange.comProfessional resource for household relocations and liquidation of personal property.

In-Home Counseling for SeniorsAnn-Marie Crowe 6431 32nd Ave., Berwyn (312) 307-5191

Sanders & Warren799 Roosevelt Rd., Glen Ellyn(630) 858-6466408 S. Oak Park Ave., Ste. 25, Oak Park (708) 386-4040www.sandersandwarren.comGeriatric care management.

REVERSE MoRTGAGE SERVICES (for people 62+)

Standard Bank Mortgage Center708-341-0342866-499-2265 www.standardbanks.com

TAX PREPARATIoNBFG Tax Service, Inc.6601 W. North Ave., Ste. 2, Oak Park(708) 386-3100www.bentron.com

Golden Tax Services 803 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-0460

Nolan Income Tax Inc.811 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-1040

Oak Park Township Senior Services130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-8060www.oakparktownship.org/departments/seniors

Fred M. Power, Jr.1122 Westgate St., Oak Park (708) 386-4500

Frank L. Sassetti & Co.6611 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-1433www.sassetti.com

Young Accounting, Ltd.7777 Lake St., Ste. 200, River Forest (708) 366-6377

Zoller Swanson & Co.137 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-3296http://zollerswanson.com

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PuBLIC LIBRARIES Forest Park Public Library7555 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park (708) 366-7171www.fppl.orgHours: Monday-Thursday, 9am-9pm Friday, 9am-6pmSaturday, 9am-5pmSunday, 1pm-5pmFree services for seniors and persons with disabilities• Computer classes• Literacy Volunteers of Western Cook County (Diane Collins at 708-366-7171, ext.112)- Provides free tutoring services and literacy programs to adults in West-ern Chicago and suburban Cook County.

• Adult new reader collection offers easy-to-read materi-als for adult new readers or English as a second language (ESL).

• Services for the blind and visually impaired

• Readers to the blind (library has a list of volunteers)

• Brailler for in-library use• Kurzweil reading machine

(will scan printed text and read aloud)

• Telesensory (CCTV enlarg-er) for in library use or checkout

• Audio books• Large print materials• Low vision computer with

Zoom text program• Described DVD Collection

for patrons with difficulty seeing their TV screens (no special equipment needed)

• Homebound book delivery (Diane Collins, (708)-366-7171, ext. 112)

Oak Park Public Librarywww.oppl.org

Main Library 834 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 383-8200Hours: Monday-Thursday, 9am-9pmFriday, 9am-6pm Saturday, 9am-5pmSunday, 1pm-6pm

Dole Branch255 Augusta St., Oak Park (708) 386-9032Hours: Monday, closedTuesday-Thursday, 10am-9pmFriday, 10am-6pmSaturday, 10am-5pmSunday, 1pm-6pm

Maze Branch845 Gunderson Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-4751Monday-Thursday 10am-9pmFriday, closedSaturday 10am-5pmSunday, 1pm-6pmFree services for seniors and persons with disabilities

• Computer classes and Access (call (708) 452-3480 for more information)- Beginner, intermediate

and advanced classes • Mobility, vision and hearing

needs materials (call Jeanne Friedell, (708) 452-3471)

• Large-type books• Ebooks and audio books• Video magnifiers• Access to computers with JAWS, KURZWEIL or ZOOM (different types of computer programs that magnify or read aloud)

• Home-delivered books (Call Irene Balks, (708) 452-3473)

• Magazines• Music CDs, videos and DVDs

River Forest Public Library735 Lathrop Ave., River Forest (708) 366-5205www.riverforestlibrary.orgHours: Monday-Thursday, 9am to 9pmFriday & Saturday, 9am to 5pmSunday, 1pm to 5pm (Sept - May)Free services for seniors and persons with disabilities• Computer Classes

(708) 366-5205, ext. 316• Book groups

- Drop in- Books available at the

library one month prior to discussion

- Meets once a month- Afternoon groups meet

the 2nd Wednesday of the month at 1:30pm

- Evening groups meet 1st Wednesday of the month at 7:30pm

• Lyric Opera lectures- Lectures are split between

Oak Park and River Forest libraries

• Adult Programs Programs vary in topic Some examples are: - Mistakes people make

with their IRAs- Author talks- Visits from different chefs

demonstrating cooking and baking techniques

RECREATIoNAL ACTIVITIESCLuBS AND oRGANIZATIoNSActive Retired Citizens Clubs Collins Center at Triton CollegeRiver Grove (708) 456-0300, ext. 3603Meets: First and third Fridays from Noon to 2pm

Park District of Oak Park Senior Recreation Program218 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 383-0002www.pdop.org/programs/seniors/ Contact: Shari Wenzel

Senior Citizens’ Center of OPRFLifelong Learning Center414 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-5251http://sccoprf.orgHours: Mon-Fri, 9am-3pmAnnual membership is $50Offers: Access to hands-on and minds-on activities: art, painting, ceramics, lapidary, weaving, woodworking, needle point, bridge, hand-crafts, foreign languages and special classes and Repair Café every 3rd Saturday.

CoMMuNITY CENTERS Forest Park Community Center7640 Jackson Blvd., Forest Park (708) 771-7737www.rfcc.infoCommunity Center provides activities for all Village resi-dents while paying special attention to young children and seniors.Support services• Food pantry for temporary

emergency relief• Meals on Wheels for resi-

dents of any age, based on need

• Home base for day tripsSenior residents can take advantage of many free services offered by Proviso Township including: • Rides to medical appoint-

ments• Rides to area stores as well

as local malls on certain days, for shopping and recreation.

• Transportation services (708) 344-7430

• Handyman Program services-minor home repairs. Nominal fee. Call (708) 547-4001

• Free seminars. Call Senior Services, (708) 449-4307


River Forest Community Center 8020 Madison St., River Forest (708) 771-5820Social Club (dues are $20 for 1 year)• Monthly senior newsletter

details upcoming events and enables you to receive the discounted price on all senior functions

• Social Club meetings are on the 2nd Friday of each month in Room 206

• Prior to lunch (from 10:30-11:30am) Nurse Muriel takes blood pressure and moni-tors your weight

• Lunch varies from bring your own “brown bag” lunch to potluck, catered lunch or a formal lunch outside the community center

• After lunch a variety of entertainment is provided

• AARP 55 Alive Driving Class (708) 771-6159, ext. 200 Cost is $12 for members ($14 for non-members)

• Card Club, 1st and 3rd Thursdays between 12:30pm-3:30pm in the senior lounge

• Senior banquets (708) 771-6159

PARK DISTRICTSPark District of Forest Park7501 Harrison St., Forest Park (708) 366-7500www.pdofp.org/home.phpSpecial trips and outings for sports, theater and shopping.

Park District of Oak Park 218 W. Madison St., Oak Park (708) 383-0002www.pdop.orgActive Adult MembershipMembership is open to ages 50 & up at a cost of $40/resi-dent and $50/non-resident and is valid for one calendar year.• Member rates for trips,

events, programs, activities and certain Park District of Oak Park classes

• Out’n About newsletter for active adults is published every other month

• Membership card serves as a punch pass that earns rewards

Fitness Punch Pass-For Active Adults members, a fitness punch pass costs $67 for 10 classes, $122 for 20, and $200 for 30 classesPrograms• Exercise and Fitness

- Basic fitness for adults and seniors

- Strong & Long for adults and seniors

- Yoga, Tai Chi and Mind and Body fitness

- Adult Dance• Adult Special Interest

- Adult Chess and Learn-to-Play Bridge

- Dog obedience- Nature and gardening

workshops- Art classes- Painting, drawing and

print-making- Writing classes- Cooking classes

- Sewing classes• Adult Trips

- Museums- Arlington Race Track- Lake Geneva luncheon

and cruise- Shedd Aquarium- Senior Luncheon Event -

line dancing- Theater performances at

Drury LaneDrop-In Days Longfellow Center (meets every Tuesday, 10am-2:30pm, from Oct. 5 to Dec. 28)

• $2 for Active Adult Members

• Chess, Party Bridge, Scrab-ble, Pinochle and Mahjong

Bookworms Book Club$1 for Active Adult MembersSenior Advisory Committee (SAC)Contact Shari Wenzel at (708) 383-3143 This is a volunteer commit-tee which provides guidance and recommends direction regarding senior program-ming.


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7427 Lake Street • River Forest, IL 60305

When Experience Counts,We’re The Ones To See.

River Forest Park District401 Thatcher Ave., River Forest (708) 366-6660www.rfparks.comPrograms• Yoga for beginners• Chair yoga for active adults• Oil painting without drawing• Volunteer programs - assist

with special events and recreational programs

SERVICE CLuBSLions Club of Oak Park River ForestHolley Court Terrace1111 OntarioOak Park (708) 660-2300 Tina Gaddy, President(708) 386-2175 Steve Berggren, Social Service, Chairmanwww.oprfl ions.orgMeets: 2nd & 4th Thursday at 12pmOffers: Opportunity to assist visually and hearing impaired individuals

Optimist Club of Oak Park Holley Court Terrace1111 Ontario St., Oak Park (708) 383-1111 Meets: 1st & 3rd Tuesdays at noonDedicated to growth and development of area youth

Rotary Club of Oak Park and River ForestHolley Court Terrace1111 Ontario St., Oak Park (708) 383-1111http://oprfrotary.clubexpress.comMeets: Wednesdays at 12:15Offers: Opportunities for service both locally and world-wide. Works to eradi-cate polio in the world.

SoCIAL SECuRITYU.S. Social Security Administration7222 W. Cermak Road, #401, North Riverside (708) 447-0649www.ssa.gov

Social Security Offi ce for Forest Park, Oak Park, and River Forest230 N. Mannheim Rd., Hillside (800) 772-1213

SoCIAL SERVICESAgeOptions1048 Lake St., Ste. 300, Oak Park (708) 383-0258www.ageoptions.orgA nonprofi t organization connecting older adults and those who care for them with resources and service options for maintaining well-being and independence. The Area Agency on Aging of suburban Cook County since 1974, AgeOptions coordinates programs and services through a network of community-based organi-zations.

Berwyn and Cicero TownshipsSolutions for Care7222 W. Cermak Rd., Ste. 200, North Riverside (708) 447-2448www.solutionsforcare.orgAging Care Connections111 W. Harris Ave., La Grange (708) 354-1323www.agingcareconnections.orgProvides comprehensive social work services, educa-tion, and health and well-ness programs to adults 60 years of age and older in 22 communities within the west and southwest suburbs of Cook County.

Oak Park and River Forest Township Senior Services130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-8060www.riverforesttownship.org/seniorservices.asp

Proviso Township West Suburban Senior Services439 Bohland Ave., Bellwood (708) 547-5600www.wsseniors.org

Martin J. Halloran, CPATax preparation for individuals and businesses,

bookkeeping, payroll and consultingMember: AICPA and NCACPA

1-877-896-7055

Preparing tax returns for Bentron Financial Group, Inc. for over a decade

Thank you Celebrating Seniors Coalition!As a community we owe a special debt of thanks to all the

members of the Celebrating Seniors Coalition who have worked so diligently to make this wonderful celebration a success.

People are talking about aging in a healthy and positive way. Thanks for making this happen.


Celebrating the Golden Age Belmont Village residents enjoy exceptional hospitality, luxurious amenities and premier programs for health and well-being. It's no wonder they feel as good as they look!

SC Lic. 52068, 52084, 52076; AL Lic. 5102238 © 2013 Belmont Village, L.P.

Oak Park (708) 848-7200

Buffalo Grove (847) 537-5000Carol Stream (630) 510-1515

Glenview (847) 657-7100

belmontvillage.com

ASSISTED LIVING

Proudly saluting the Celebrating Seniors Coalition!

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Celebrating the Golden Age Belmont Village residents enjoy exceptional hospitality, luxurious amenities and premier programs for health and well-being. It's no wonder they feel as good as they look!

SC Lic. 52068, 52084, 52076; AL Lic. 5102238 © 2013 Belmont Village, L.P.

Oak Park (708) 848-7200

Buffalo Grove (847) 537-5000Carol Stream (630) 510-1515

Glenview (847) 657-7100

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SPECIALTY SHoPS Accents by Fred7519 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-9850Handmade jewelry.

AlMart Discount Bedding & Furniture7045 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-5909www.almartfurniture.com

Archery Custom Shop7240 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-4864www.archerycustomshop.comArchery range and supplies.

Alioto’s1118 Chicago Ave., Oak Park (708) 763-0808https://aliotosgiftshop.comGifts.

Bead in Hand 145 Harrison St., Oak Park (708) 848-1761http://beadinhand.com

Beads, gems and findings for creating jewelry. Classes offered.

Best Vacuum 148 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park708 660-9800www.bestvacuum.comHours: Monday-Saturday, 10 am-5 pm; Sunday, closed2646 N. Lincoln Ave., Chicago (773) 348-4500Vacuum cleaners.

Bramble115 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-6800http://bramble.bizGifts.

Careful Peach Boutique1024 North Blvd., Oak Park(708) 383-3066http://carefulpeach.com15% off any purchase during Celebrating Seniors Week.

Casa de Puro 7410 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 725-7180www.casadepuroscigars.comCigar shop and smoking lounge.

Cigar Oasis7619 Lake St., River Forest (708) 366-1290www.mycigaroasis.comCigar shop.

Class Plus Boutique130 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 445-8982

Divine Consign809 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 386-3366www.divineconsign.comFurniture and collectibles.

Fitzgerald’s Fine Stationary 1100 W. Lake St., Oak Park (708) 445-8077www.fitzgeraldsstationery.comStationery and gifts.

Forest Park Antiques7504 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-0232Antiques and collectibles.

Forest Park Emporium7345 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 488-1618http://forestparkemporium.comAntiques and collectibles.

Gallery Etcetera7349 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-2360www.galleryetcetera.comAntiques and collectibles.

Gold Hatpin Antiques125 N. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 445-0610Antiques and collectibles.

Grapevine Antiques7512 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 488-9545Antiques and collectibles.


Because life is fragile VITAS provides a gentle touch.

VITAS has a whole hospice team—physician, nurse, hospice aide, chaplain, social worker, bereavement specialist and volunteer—ready to focus on the patient and family.

VITAS brings hospice care right to patients, whether they’re in a private residence, nursing home or assisted living facility.

VITAS Intensive Comfort Care® program can provide hospice staff for up to 24-hours in the home, when medically necessary.

VITAS Telecare provides patients and families with direct access to clinical experts around-the-clock.

100% covered by Medicare & Medicaid, including medications, equipment & supplies related to hospice diagnosis.

Serving patients and families throughout

the Chicagoland area.

1.800.723.3233 • VITAS.com

Green Home Experts 811 South Blvd., Oak Park (708) 660-1443www.ghexperts.comEco-friendly supplies for the home.

Harlan J. Berk Rare Coins455 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-4260www.harlanjberk.comRare coins and stamps.

John Toomey Gallery818 North Blvd., Oak Park (708) 383-5234http://johntoomeygallery.comFine art and appraisals.

Knot Just Knits1107 Westgate St., Oak Park (708) 948-7943www.knotjustknits.comKnitting supplies.

Krenek’s Antiques7501 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-1242Antiques and collectibles.

Muse106 N. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 948-7052http://museoakpark.comWomen’s designer boutique.

Muse Piano Workshop425 Home Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-0195Piano tuning and repair.

Nora’s Shoes103 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 524-5740www.norasshoeshop.com

Oak Park Antiques125 N. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 386-9640Antiques and collectibles.

Oak Park Jewelers101 S. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 383-9695www.oakparkjewelers.com

Oak Park Women’s Exchange839 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-4693 www.opwe.org Handmade gifts.

Olive & Well133 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-4230www.oliveandwell.comExtra-virgin olive oils and balsamic vinegars from around the world.

Pumpkin Moon1028 North Blvd., Oak Park (708) 524-8144http://pumpkinmoon.comEclectic and whimsical toys and gifts.

RBC Jewelry Design(708) [email protected] handmade jewelry sold through local art fairs and at senior residences.

Scandinavian Handmade7627 W. Lake St., River Forest (708) 224-1315Apparel and crafts.

Schauer’s Hallmark7443 W Madison St., Forest Park (708) 771-7761Cards and gifts.

Schauer’s Hardware7349 W. Madison St., Forest Park (708) 366-1100http://schauershardware.comLocally owned hardware store, access to 65,000 home improvement products.

Sugar Cup Trading110 N. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 524-5336www.sugarcuptrading.comRecycled, eco-friendly and unique children’s toys, cloth-ing and gear.

Taylor’s Gifts and Bonsai105 N. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 524-2410www.taylors-gifts.comGifts.

Todd and Holland Tea Merchants7311 Madison St., Forest Park (708) 488-1136www.todd-holland.comSpecialty tea shop.


The Irish Shop100 N. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 445-1149theirishshopoakpark.comIrish gifts.

Wells Street Popcorn1119 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 383-1600www.wellsstreetpopcorn.comFresh popcorn.

TRANSPoRTATIoNBlue Cab7417 W. Roosevelt Rd., Forest Park (708) 583-6900http://bluecab.us

Oak Park and River Forest curb-to-curb Bus Service(708) 383-4806www.oakparktownship.org/services/transportation

Oak Park Township(708) 383-8005Taxi coupons for anyone over 60 years of age.

Pace Suburban Bus Line and Public Transportation(847) 364-7223www.pacebus.com

Proviso Township Transportation Assistance(708) 344-7430www.provisotownship.com/?page_id=13

RTA/ADA Paratransit(312) 663-4357

Red Cab811 N. Harlem Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-1010www.redcab.net

River Forest Township(708) 771-6159www.riverforesttownship.orgTaxi coupons for anyone 60+.

Special Needs Chicago, Inc.507 S. Naperville Rd., Wheaton(630) 668-9999Specialneedschicago.orgProvides wheelchair acces-sible transportation for seniors and people with mobility and cognitive chal-lenges. 24/7/365.

Village Cab123 Madison St., Oak Park (708) 848-1000

West Suburban Hospital Senior Transportation ProgramToll free: 1-855-771-RIDE (7433) 7:30 am to 4 pm weekdays. 48-hour advance reserva-tions required.Curb-to-curb service for $2 each way to those over 60 and living in program boundaries.

VETERANS SERVICESThe Vet Center1515 S. Harlem Ave., Forest Park (708) 383-3225Provides counseling to veterans of the United States Armed Forces for trauma due to combat or military sexual issues. Referral avail-able to other Veteran facili-ties and programs as well.

VoLuNTEER oPPoRTuNITIESAmerican Women and Men of Oak Park/River ForestJoie Pierce or Andi McFarland(708) 524-2415A non-profit community civics association.

Animal Care League 1011 Garfield St., Oak Park (708) 848-8155www.animalcareleague.orgA non-profit adoption shelter for cats and dogs. Volunteers help with dog walking (train-ing provided), clerical help, adoption events, etc.

CEDA-Hephzibah Head Start946 North Blvd., Oak Park (708) 649-7122 Provides daycare for low-income families, to empower families to achieve self-suffi-ciency and quality of life.

The Children’s Clinic320 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 848-0528www.childrenscliniciws.orgNon-profit clinic that provides dental, medical and social services to under-served children.

Economy Shop103 S. Grove Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-2449www.economyshop.orgLocal resale shop run by and for local charities.

Friends of the Oak Park Conservatory615 Garfield St., Oak Park (708) 725-2460http://fopcon.org

Friends of the Oak Park Public Library (708) 383-8200http://oppl.org/support/friends-libraryVolunteers are especially needed from mid-July to August 1st to sort, organize and staff the Annual Book Fair at OPRF High School.

Friends of the River Forest Public Library735 Lathrop Ave., River Forest (708) 366-5205

Grandparents ClubJoie Pierce or Andi McFarland(708) 524-2415

Hephzibah Children’s Association946 North Blvd., Oak Park (708) 649-7100www.hephzibahhome.orgChild welfare agency provid-ing child welfare assessment, crisis intervention, and foster care services as well as group homes.

Historical Society of Oak Park-River Forest217 Home Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-6755www.oprfhistory.orgVolunteers act as docents, do research, and more.

Literacy Volunteers of Western Cook County125 N. Marion, Suite 203Oak Park (708) 848-8499www.lvwcc.orgProvides free tutoring servic-es and literacy programs.

Prevail848 Lake St., Oak ParkFirst United Church of Oak ParkEnter office from parking lot behind building(708) 386-1946www.prevailon.orgProvides multiple services designed to minimize stress-es by offering solutions as well as referrals that address immediate basic needs

Oak Park-River Forest Food PantryLocated in the First United Church (basement)848 Lake St., Oak Park (708) 386-1324www.oprffoodpantry.orgA non-profit agency spon-sored by the Community of Congregations of Oak Park-River Forest.

Oak Park and River Forest Township Senior Services130 S. Oak Park Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-8060www.riverforesttownship.org/seniorservices.aspwww.oakparktownship.orgSenior committee; Money Management Program; Delivering meals to home-bound clients, and more.

Optimists Club of Oak Park(708) 848-5804www.oakpark.comDedicated to the growth and development of young people in Oak Park-River Forest.


For an appointment call:(708) 383-3100 • (630) [email protected]

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Parenthesis405 S. Euclid Ave., Oak Park (708) 848-2227www.parenthesis-info.orgNon-profi t family center offers parenting education and support services to fami-lies with young children.

Pillars6918 Windsor Ave., Berwyn (708) 386-2100www.pillarscommunity.org/volunteer/index.aspA non-profi t organization, which offers behavioral, health, educational and social services for families and individuals.

River Forest Citizen Corps400 Park Ave., River Forest (708) 366-8500vrf.us/residents/citizen-corpsVolunteers assist fi rst responders, help with emer-gency preparedness, and citi-zen safety. Volunteers with all types of backgrounds are needed.

Rush Oak Park Hospital520 S. Maple Ave., Oak Park (708) 660-5684http://roph.org/get_involved/volunteer.htmlA minimum of one four-hour shift per week for at least six months.

Sarah’s Inn5840 W. Madison St., Chicago (708) 386-3305www.sarahsinn.org/enProvides counseling services, court advocacy and abuse services for women and children who are victims of domestic violence.

Tripcom MRC400 Park Ave., River Forest (708) 366-8500tripcommrc.orgMedical reserve corps. Assist with emergency preparedness, for public service or for natural/man-made disasters. All types of volunteers are needed.

Triton College RSVP Volunteer Program2000 Fifth Ave., River Grove (708) 456-0300, ext. 3835www.triton.edu/rsvp.aspxNationwide volunteer program that encourages active adults to use their talents and experience to serve their community.

Vital Bridges4121 W. Lake St., Chicago (773) 445-9297www.heartlandalliance.org/vital/Provides food and housing assistance, nutrition counsel-ing, case management and educational services for those suffering with HIV and AIDS.

West Suburban PADS1851 S. 9th Ave., Maywood(708) 338-1724 or(888) 338-1744www.westsuburbanpads.orgOperates shelters for the homeless, transitional hous-

ing for families and a support center for fi nding jobs.

Ten Thousand Villages 121 N. Marion St., Oak Park (708) 848-4572www.tenthousandvillages.com/oakparkStaffed almost entirely by volunteers, 10,000 Villages is a fair-trade retailer that creates opportunities for artisans in developing coun-tries.

Wonder Works Children’s Museum 6445 W. North Ave., Oak Park (708) 383-4815www.wonder-works.orgA 6,400-square-foot museum featuring interactive and hands on exhibits for chil-dren.


The Law Offices ofRobert J. Mondo

A Properly Drafted and Funded Estate Plan• Completely avoids the problems and costs of probate.• Reduces costs.• Eliminates emotional distress for the beneficiariesin

having to deal with winding up your affairs.• Increases the Federal Estate Exemption.• Is private with no public recording or docket entry.• Provides for you if incapacitated.• Does not change your usage or ownership of your

assets.• Guarantees bequeathment (giving) to your named

beneficiaries.• Allows for specific gifts to named individuals.• Provides total control of gifts to minors.• Never has to be redone (assuming legislative

consistency).• Does not allow successor Trustee discretion through

simple listed powers.• Eliminates the concerns of successor Trustee mistakes

and dishonesty.

A Properly Drafted Living Will• Eliminates the emotional issues for your family

indetermining life support care.• Reinforces your life ending care decisions.• Should be updated and re-written every five

(5) years.

A Properly Drafted Medical Power of Attorney• Allows you to decide your life-ending care in advance.• Names another person to make your health-care

decisions when you cannot.• Should be updated and re-written every five

(5) years.

A Properly Drafted Durable Power of Attorney For Financial Affairs• Allows another to perform and make financial

decisions for you in times when you cannot.• Provides no discretion over your assets other than to

maintain, protect, insure and pay for.• Should be updated and re-written every five

(5) years.

A Properly Drafted Pour Over Will• Reinforces your intent to have all of your assets to be

held in the name of your Trust.• Helps completely eliminate probate for assets

purchased but not held in the name of your Trust.• Is not actually a will and has no named beneficiaries• Should be updated and re-written every five

(5) years.

A Properly Drafted Guardianship Appointment of Minor Children• Identifies who you want to raise your children

if you cannot.• Eliminates disputes over who will care for the

children.• Removes the decision as to who will care for the

children from the Courts.• Should be updated and re-written every five

(5) years.

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BENEFACTORS

PATRONS

SUPPORTERS

We proudly salute

our wonderful

Celebrating Seniors

Week sponsors: Oak Park Township

River Forest Township

We proudly

EMERGENCY INFoRMATIoN FoREST PARK oAK PARK RIVER FoRESTCrisis 911 911 911Police (708) 366-2425 (708) 386-3800 (708) 366-7125 Fire (708) 366-1234 (708) 445-3300 (708) 366-7629Poison Control (800) 222-1222 (800) 222-1222 (800) 222-1222Elder Abuse Hotline (866) 800-1409 (866) 800-1409 (866) 800-1409Senior Citizens Consumer Fraud Hotline (800) 243-5377 (800) 243-5377 (800) 243-5377Senior Helpline (800) 252- 8966 (800) 252- 8966 (800) 252- 8966Seniors Ride Free (800) 447- 4278 (800) 447- 4278 (800) 447- 4278Parking Permit Line (708) 366-7272 (708) 358-7275 (708) 366-8500Water Department Emergency (708)366-4876 (708) 386-3800 (708) 366-8500

• JIM FLANAGAN !• Oak Park, River Forest and Proviso Townships for their support.• Amanda Fucinato and Gretchen Powell, students from Concordia University’s Gerontology program who helped research the content of this guide. • Pat Koko who managed the ads and edited the content.

• Wednesday Journal, Inc and Oak Park.com for the exceptional expertise, guidance and support in the production of this guide especially Alicia, Marc, Andy, Maggie, Debbie, Phil, Dawn & Missy.• Village officials from Forest Park, Oak Park and River Forest for supporting this idea and signing the official proclamations.• The Community of Congregations for acting as our fiscal agent and especially Katie Avalos their Administrative Secretary / Bookkeeper, and President / Pastor Sally Iberg.

• Members of the Celebrating Seniors Coalition who have volunteered countless hours to help us honor and celebrate our wonderful seniors. • Harry Porterfield of CBS 2 Chicago who agreed to be the keynote speaker at the Celebrating Seniors week closing luncheon. He will share his insights and stories from his interviews over the years, and especially from his

“Someone You Should Know” segments

• Our Rib’bon Fest sponsors: 19th Century Founda-tion, Barclay’s American Grille, Mickey’s, Robinson’s #1 Ribs, Smokin M’s Barbecue, Skrine Chops, and Trader Joe’s.• Our sponsors and advertisers and those who hosted events for showing true community leadership.

• To Jill Wagner for chairing the 60 over 60 project and corralling all the names, titles, photos and quotes from our wonderful honorees.

A VERY SPECIAL THANK You The Celebrating Seniors Coalition would like to thank the following organizations/people for making this concept a reality.

We would like to thank:

Senior RideRideRideRideRide

• 48-hour advance reservation is required• Call 708-763-RIDE (7433)• Weekdays: 7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Pick-up and drop-off from your doorstep to the following locations are available:

West Suburban Medical Center3 Erie Court • Oak Park, IL 60302

Westlake Hospital1225 W. Lake Street • Melrose Park, IL 60610

River Forest Campus7411 W. Lake Street • River Forest, IL 60305

PCC Lake Street Family Health Center 14 W. Lake Street • Oak Park, IL 60302

PCC Austin Family Health Center 5425 W. Lake Street • Chicago, IL 60644

westsuburbanmc.com • wlhospital.com

Curb-to-curb service for those over 60 and living in the program boundaries.

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