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Community partners work to make Uptown, Andersonville, Rogers Park, and Edgewater more welcoming for people living with dementia and their care partners CHICAGO, Ill., Aug. 13, 2026 — Hartwell Place, the […]

We are pleased to welcome Dr. Erin K. Zahradnik as the new Medical Director for our Memory Care program at Hartwell Place. Dr. Zahradnik is a psychiatrist affiliated with the University of […]

On an otherwise quiet Tuesday in Andersonville, laughter was pouring out of Hartwell Place. Hartwell was hosting author, educator, and former actress Karen Stobbe who was leading a group of […]

Music has a unique ability to meet us where we are. A familiar melody can transport us to a memory, lift our mood, or help us feel more connected—sometimes instantly. […]

Even as spring approaches, March weather in the Chicagoland area and the nearby suburbs can stay cold, icy, and unpredictable. Older adults are more sensitive to temperature changes, making cold-weather […]

National Caregivers Day is a time to honor the millions of people who support aging loved ones every day. As the population ages, the need for caregiving continues to grow. […]

Visiting someone who is living with dementia can be one of the most meaningful things you do — but it can also feel confusing or challenging at times. These seven […]

Meet Hallie (84) and Leigh (59) who have been matched in the Senior Connections program for a year and a half. Leigh has spent a lot of time connecting with […]

Each year, Hartwell Place surveys residents and family members to understand their satisfaction with our community. This year, Hartwell Place has been recognized for our admirable resident and family member […]

Drew Wright, Senior Connections Member and Hartwell Place Volunteer CMSS offers an array of programs and services to older adults and their families. We are proud to say that some […]

Bruce Myers, LGBT+ Program Participant & Senior Center Participant CMSS offers an array of programs and services to older adults and their families. We are proud to say that some […]

Darryl R., Affordable Senior Housing Resident and Senior Connections Member CMSS offers an array of programs and services to older adults and their families. We are proud to say that […]

Yolanda Deen Friend of Hartwell Place Resident and SASI Home Care Client CMSS offers an array of programs and services to older adults and their families. We are proud to […]

The CMSS community sincerely thanks Dr. Meena Kudalkar and Poornima (Nima) Krodel for their steadfast support of Hartwell Place over many years. Meena and Nima’s generosity has helped Hartwell Place […]

Happy Intern Appreciation Day to all CMSS interns! We’re excited to introduce Senior Connections intern Lily Miner, who has been working with us since January. Lily is a Masters student […]

The Illinois Assistive Technology Program (IATP) is a non-partisan 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Since 1989, they have provided Illinoisans of all ages with access to assistive technology (AT) devices and services, […]

 Chicago and surrounding areas have a heat warning for the next couple of days, July 23 and July 24. During times like these, it is important that everyone take precautions […]

Chicago Methodist Senior Services (CMSS) is thrilled to announce that the Uptown, Andersonville, Rogers Park, and Edgewater (UARE) area has been nationally recognized as a Dementia Friendly Community! These four […]

Nancy (73) and Addie (22) have been matched in the Senior Connections program for more than a year. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Nancy moved from shared housing into an apartment […]

CMSS is proud to introduce Board Member Christina I. Collins, CFP ®, CPWA ®, CLU ®, ChFC ®, CASL ®, RICP ®, CPFA ®, a Private Wealth Advisor affiliated with […]