Partnership Spotlight: Eversound
Many of us take what we hear for granted, whether it be the sound of birds chirping in the morning,
Respect Your Elders: Grandmaster Flash
#RespectYourElders: Joseph Saddler, known by his stage name Grandmaster Flash, is an American DJ and record producer. He's considered to
Respect Your Elders: John Wooden
#RespectYourElders: The late John Wooden is considered the greatest NCAA basketball coach of all time. He coached the University of
Partnership Spotlight: Parasol Alliance
Amidst a challenging year, CMSS's partnerships with incredible organizations have been instrumental in keeping our communities safe, entertained and communicating.
Respect Your Elders: King Harald V
#RespectYourElders: Harald V, 83, is the King of Norway. He is the formal head of the Church of Norway and
Respect Your Elders: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
#RespectYourElders: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 73, is a retired professional basketball player who played 20 seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks and Los
Partnership Spotlight: Living Proof Exhibit
Many of us have a personal experience with cancer, whether we're living with it or have seen a friend or
Respect Your Elders: Sir Captain Tom Moore
#RespectYourElders, Sir Captain Tom Moore was a British Army officer in WWII who raised almost £33 million in aid of
The Resilient Tree and the Formidable Community
Everyone can agree that the holidays were different this year. Old traditions were disrupted and new ones were formed. People
What Older Adults Should Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine
Chicago Methodist Senior services is incredibly fortunate to have received our first round of COVID-19 vaccinations. A significant portion of
Respect Your Elders: Mary Robinson
#RespectYourElders: Mary Robinson, is an Irish politician who served as the seventh president of Ireland in the ‘90s — the
Respect Your Elders: Diane von Furstenberg
#RespectYourElders: Diane von Fürstenberg is a Belgian fashion designer and philanthropist. Her popular fashion company, Diane von Fürstenberg (DVF), is
Respect Your Elders: Robert L. Johnson
#RespectYourElders: Robert L. Johnson, 74, is an American entrepreneur, media tycoon, philanthropist and investor. He’s a co-founder of Black Entertainment
Reflecting on 2020 and Looking Towards the Future
As we round out what’s been a challenging year for all, I’d like to take a moment to reflect. This
Partnership Spotlight: Lyric Opera Stage Artists
Chicago Methodist Senior Services prides itself on the opportunities we provide for staff and residents to experience the joy of
Respect Your Elders: Danny Trejo
#RespectYourElders, Danny Trejo, 76, is a Mexican-American actor and entrepreneur. He’s acted in popular movies like “Anchorman: The Legend of
How Older Adults Can Celebrate the Holiday Season
‘Tis the season where snow falls, holiday lights go up and friends and family fret over gifts for each other.
Respect Your Elders: Alex Trebek
Alex Trebek was a Canadian-American TV personality and game show host. He’s known by most for being the face of
How Older Adults Can Practice Gratefulness Ahead of Thanksgiving
2020 brought significant challenges for most of us, but as we approach Thanksgiving, it's important to take a step back
Respect Your Elders: Jeff Koons
#RespectYourElders: Jeff Koons, 65, is one of the most successful living American sculptors, illustrators and painters in the art world.
Partnership Spotlight: The Honeycomb Project
Building and growing communities is an important part of the work CMSS and its partners do. Fostering relationships, giving people
Socially Distanced Fall Activities for Older Adults
The changing of the seasons always brings its fair share of excitement. The transition from summer to fall is accompanied
Celebrating LGBTQ History Month at CMSS
Chicago Methodist Senior Services joins SAGE (Services and Advocacy for LGBTQ Elders) in celebrating LGBTQ History Month. Since bringing West
Respect Your Elders: Erwin Helfer
Erwin Helfer, 84, a Chicago boogie-woogie, blues and jazz pianist and teacher. He's well known across Chicago for his intimate
Three Ways CMSS Senior Connections is Making an Impact in Communities
Serving Adults. Supporting Independence. (SASI) has long been a staple of Chicago's North Shore communities. CMSS Senior Connections volunteer program