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Chicago Methodist Senior Services (CMSS) is a non-sectarian and inclusive non-profit organization that provides residences and care to older adults and their families. Some people are surprised to hear us call ourselves “non-sectarian,” while the word “Methodist” clearly appears in our name. The explanation for what may seem like a contradiction, lies in our founding 125 years ago.

For older adults living with dementia, music therapy can enhance quality of life. Nancy Swanson of Northshore Music Therapy, Inc. is a Board-Certified Music Therapist who works with CMSS residents. She spoke with us about her work and approaches.

Chicago Methodist Senior Services was recently invited to shed light on the importance of providing inclusive and compassionate care to older LGBT+ adults on live radio. Talkshow hostess, Lisa Dent, welcomed Katie Fasullo, Director of Population Health and Health Equity at CMSS, to an enlightening interview that aired amid Pride Month celebrations.

CMSS is dedicated to providing a continuum of care that is inclusive to all older adults. This effort was recently recognized by the Long-Term Care Equality Index.

CMSS is thrilled to offer our community complimentary access to CARES® Dementia Training for families. This program will help you reduce stress and feel confident in caring for your loved one.

Last week, we celebrated multiple cultures represented at CMSS through one thing that unites all people--food! Learn more about our Taste of CMSS festivities.

Experiencing shingles? If you're around the grandchildren, they could get chicken pox! Learn more about prevention measures to protect your loved ones now.

Movies have the power to move us, and perhaps inspire something new to think about with our lives. We have curated a list of great films that older adults may enjoy. From drama to comedy and almost everything in between, we may just have something for you.

Bringing Art to Life Learn About Our Art-Based Memory Program In 2016, CMSS has partnered with Bringing Art to Life, a program founded by Dr. Daniel C Potts in Alabama […]

Maintaining a Culture of Person-Directed Care at the 2022 Pioneer Network Conference Jeanne Heid-Grubman, CMSS’ Corporate Director of Memory Care, recently attended the ‘Pioneering a New Culture of Aging 2022 […]

Where is the ‘Q’ in LGBT+? When referencing lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and other sexual and gender minorities, you may have seen a lot of letters to represent the community, […]

2022 Honoring Excellence Community Impact Award Chicago Methodist Senior Service had the honor of being one of two recipients of the ‘2022 Honoring Excellence Community Impact Award’ by the Leading […]

National Volunteer Month: Jackie Criswell April is National Volunteer Month. We are so grateful to all the people who donate their time and help make our community a better place! Today […]

National Volunteer Month: Katie Tucker April is National Volunteer Month. We are so grateful to all the people who donate their time and help make our community a better place!  […]

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