Alzheimer's/Dementia
Resource and Support Group at The Hartwell
Our Alzheimer's and dementia support group offers those who
have a loved one with Alzheimer's or another dementia a forum for
sharing information, insights and strategies. We frequently
host guest speakers to share new perspectives and
information.
This free support group meets at The
Hartwell (5520 N Paulina St, Chicago) from 5:00 to
6:00 pm on the first Wednesday of every month. Refreshments are
served and a free dinner and respite for your loved one is
provided. All are welcome.
Upcoming meetings:
March 7th
April 4th: Guest Speaker on Effective and Compassionate
Communication
May 2nd
To learn more about our Alzheimer's/Dementia Support Group or to
RSVP your attendance, please call (773) 275-2400.
1415 Club at Wesley
Place
Our 1415 Club offers quarterly social, cultural
and educational programs and performances for older adults in
Chicago's neighborhoods. This successful event brings a variety of
offerings from theater, musical performances, humor, poetry
readings, monologues and vocals.
The 1415 Club meets quarterly in the Living
Room of Wesley Place from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
A modest fee of $5.00 includes the program of the day and
buffet.
To learn more about our 1415
Club please call Nancy Greenway at (773) 769-5500.
Area Resources
When it comes to talking about big stuff like selling the house
or giving up the car, many otherwise-articulate adults don't know
where to start. And they don't know where to go for help.
Having the Conversation brings it all together. Whether you want
to talk to your spouse or to your mom or dad, the site will help
you get started.
Visit the site: www.HavingTheConversation.com
Use it as your one-stop resource. Create the conversational
atmosphere that will generate productive decisions. On the site
you'll find:
- Video on how to get started
- Expert counsel on a variety of conversations ranging from
making family decisions to giving up the car
- How to scale a stonewalled conversation
- Agencies and resources that can help
- Spiritual insight on aging
Be sure to check out our News & Events
page for current events related to the above resources.