Building Social Connections to Combat Loneliness

As an organization that focuses on serving and supporting older adults, including LGBT+ older adults, the risks of social isolation and loneliness concern us deeply. Learn more about the impact of both…

Why We Call Ourselves “Non-Sectarian”

This letter from 1900 was written by Pastor Emory D. Hull from the Grace Methodist Episcopal Church. He was writing to the Superintendent at the time, Mrs. Isabelle Reeves, to recommend a member of the congregation to become a resident at CMSS. (Then called the Methodist Episcopal Old People’s Home).

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.

Caring for Older LGBT+ Adults: An Insightful Media Interview on WGN Radio

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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.

Memory Care Training

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.

Taste of CMSS: A Culinary Celebration

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.

National Volunteer Month: Jackie Criswell

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

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!  […]

Partnership Spotlight: Eversound

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Many of us take what we hear for granted, whether it be the sound of birds chirping in the morning, the church bells ringing on a Sunday, or our favorite […]

Respect Your Elders: Grandmaster Flash

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#RespectYourElders: Joseph Saddler, known by his stage name Grandmaster Flash, is an American DJ and record producer. He’s considered to be one of the founding fathers of hip hop and […]

Respect Your Elders: John Wooden

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#RespectYourElders: The late John Wooden is considered the greatest NCAA basketball coach of all time. He coached the University of California at Los Angeles’ Bruins for 27 years, brought the […]

Partnership Spotlight: Parasol Alliance

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Amidst a challenging year, CMSS’s partnerships with incredible organizations have been instrumental in keeping our communities safe, entertained and communicating. Parasol Alliance, our technology partner, has been foundational in helping […]

Respect Your Elders: King Harald V

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#RespectYourElders: Harald V, 83, is the King of Norway. He is the formal head of the Church of Norway and the Norwegian Armed Forces. Harald V was born in 1937; […]

Respect Your Elders: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

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#RespectYourElders: Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, 73, is a retired professional basketball player who played 20 seasons with the Milwaukee Bucks and Los Angeles Lakers. Outside of being one of the best basketball […]

Respect Your Elders: Sir Captain Tom Moore

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#RespectYourElders, Sir Captain Tom Moore was a British Army officer in WWII who raised almost £33 million in aid of NHS Charities Together, a group of charities supporting first-responders and […]

Respect Your Elders: Mary Robinson

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#RespectYourElders: Mary Robinson, is an Irish politician who served as the seventh president of Ireland in the ‘90s — the first woman to hold the position. She later served as […]

Respect Your Elders: Diane von Furstenberg

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#RespectYourElders: Diane von Fürstenberg is a Belgian fashion designer and philanthropist. Her popular fashion company, Diane von Fürstenberg (DVF), is in over 70 countries and she is widely considered the […]

Respect Your Elders: Robert L. Johnson

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#RespectYourElders: Robert L. Johnson, 74, is an American entrepreneur, media tycoon, philanthropist and investor. He’s a co-founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET) and founder of RLJ Companies. Johnson was the […]

Respect Your Elders: Danny Trejo

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#RespectYourElders, Danny Trejo, 76, is a Mexican-American actor and entrepreneur. He’s acted in popular movies like “Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy” and “Machete,” as well as famous shows such as […]

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